Time is suspended on these haunting, extended tunes by this brilliant guitarist with the aid of an all-star cast. Unique in Green’s discography for its relaxed, lengthy performances and almost dream-like lyricism, this classic could well be calledBallads for the Ages.

Originally released in 1963.

Bob Cranshaw, bass
Grant Green, guitar
Al Harewood, drums
Joe Henderson, sax (tenor)
Bobby Hutcherson, vibraphone
Duke Pearson, piano