Mal Waldron – Left Alone "Left Alone" is a remarkable album by jazz pianist Mal Waldron. "Left Alone" was originally released in 1959 on the Bethlehem Records label. Since then it has been reissued several times on various labels, including Prestige Records and Inner City Records. The album features Mal Waldron's distinctive piano playing, characterised by his use of space, introspection and bluesy phrasing. It is often classified as post-bop or modal jazz and showcases Waldron's unique approach to composition and improvisation. The title track "Left Alone" is a standout composition on the album, showcasing Waldron's soulful playing and ability to convey deep emotion through music. The album features a stellar cast of musicians including Jackie McLean on alto saxophone, John Coltrane on tenor saxophone (on select tracks), Idrees Sulieman on trumpet, Julian Euell on bass and Al Dreares on drums. "Left Alone" received favourable reviews from critics and jazz fans, who praised Waldron's polished playing, the emotional depth of the music and the interplay between the musicians. The album is considered a classic in Mal Waldron's discography and in the field of jazz piano recordings. It demonstrates Waldron's ability to combine traditional jazz elements with more modern and introspective musical approaches. Overall, "Left Alone" is a must-listen for fans of jazz piano and for those interested in exploring the work of Mal Waldron, a highly respected and influential figure in the jazz world. Tracklist: A1 Left Alone A2 Catwalk A3 You Don't Know What Love Is B1 Minor Pulsation B2 Airegin B3 Mal Waldron: The Way He Remembers Billie Holiday Alto Saxophone – Jackie McLean (Titel: A1) Bass – Julian Euell Drums – Al Dreares Piano – Mal Waldron Matrix / Runout (Side A): MP-2150A B-2-2 Matrix / Runout (Side B): MP-2150B A-4-8 LP / VG+ to Near Mint (only fine, flat, thread scratches from the years without effect)wonderful OBI / Mn to Mint (wrinkles)wonderful Cover / Front and Back/ NM / inside the gatefold (wrinkles, light spts right) (the pictures and the description are an integral part of the state and the scope of the delivery of the LP or Single…) ★★★ A Must-Listen For Fans Of Jazz Piano In Collectors-Condition ★★★ ★★★ For every rare single & LP I add a new inner sleeve with acid-free plastic so that you can enjoy the singles & LPs for a long time ★★★ You will receive all of your valuable auctions in a special LP box so that nothing can happen to your LP during transport (see pictures) ★★★ Each LP/Single is washed again with a special record washing machine (see picture) before it is sent (this machine is of course not included in the scope of delivery) An offer exclusive from the seller : BLACKGOLD --- Memorabilia --- Thank´s for your interest. Check out my other rare items in current and future Auctions at Catawiki ★★★ Delivery to Lithuania,Romania, Bulgaria and Norway only by Express Post ★★★ The B/W picture of Bruce Springsteen is not included in the scope of delivery and are only used for documentation. ★★★ The BLACKGOLD --- Memorabilia --- Sticker is included in the delivery free of charge.