Sonny Rollins

• Super High Material CD WITH OBI

• 4 1/2 stars all music guide

Tenor saxophonist Sonny Rollins loaned his flair for the dramatic to the score for the film Alfie, accompanying the story of what the liner notes describe as "the involuntary education of a hipster." Arranged by Oliver Nelson, the soundtrack follows the character's evolution from the carefree, rakish Lothario of "Alfie's Theme" to the contemplative, somewhat broken man reflected in "Alfie's Theme Differently." Rollins attempts to capture the textures of life through his incisive and energetic playing, his coherent improvisations, and variations on musical themes. While "Alfie's Theme" and its variants make the most lasting impression, "He's Younger Than You Are" is touching, laced with regret. And the sensual, relaxed "On Impulse" has a nice sense of immediacy. - All Music Guide

PERSONNEL:

• Phil Woods (alto saxophone)
• Oliver Nelson (arranged, conductor)
• Danny Bank (baritone Saxophone)
• Walter Booker (bass)
• Frankie Dunlop (drums)
• Kenny Burrel (guitar)
• Roger Kellaway (piano)
• Bob Ashton (tenor saxophone)
• Sonny Rollins (tenor saxophone)
• J.J. Johnson, Jimmy Cleveland (trombone)

Recorded January 26, 1966

TRACKS:

• 01. Alfie's Theme
• 02. He's Younger Than You
• 03. Street Runner With Child
• 04. Transition Theme For Minor Blues Or Little Malcolm Loves His Dad
• 05. On Impulse
• 06. Alfie's Theme Differently