Elmo Hope remains hard bop's essential secret—a brilliant pianist and composer whose influence runs deeper than his discography suggests. "The Final Sessions, Volume 2" captures Hope in his later years, displaying the subtle strength and harmonic sophistication that marked his entire career. His touch at the keyboard blends delicate lyricism with hard-swinging conviction. Alongside capable collaborators, Hope explores originals and standards with equal commitment. This P-Vine reissue returns long-unavailable music to circulation, essential for anyone serious about hard bop piano.

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