Dorothy Ashby

• Limited Edition of 300 Clear COLORED Vinyl

Originally released in 1958. Born in Detroit in 1932, Dorothy Ashby can be easily recognized as the woman who gave the harp a jazz voice. In her hands, the harp, an originally classical instrument which seemed to just scare people, became a highly versatile swinging voice able to drive a whole jazz rhythm section. Recorded in 1958 by master Rudy Van Gelder and originally released on the Prestige label, Hip Harp is a perfect example of Ashby's artistry. At the head of a fine quartet featuring the great Frank Wess on flute, Herman Wright on bass, and master Art Taylor on drums, Ashby creates a unique combination of deeply jazz elements expressed through a totally new sound.

PERSONNEL:

• Dorothty Ashby - harp
• Frank Wess - flute
• Herman Wrigth - bass
• Art Taylor - drums
• Roy Haynes - drums

New Jersey, 1958

TRACKS:

• SIDE A
• 01. Pawkey
• 02. Moonlight in Vermont
• 03. Back Talk

• SIDE B
• 01. Dancing in thr Dark
• 02. Charmaine
• 03. Jollity
• 04. There's A Small Hotel