Explores Ahmad Jamal

Boldly defined dynamics—juxtaposing light, swinging, at times minimalist lines with heavy, thunderous virtuosity—along with a departure from the conventional “head-in-solo-head-out”-format in favor of repeating hook-driven motifs throughout a tune, are among the signature trademarks of Pittsburgh native, the late Ahmad Jamal. Lionel Haas presents a curated selection of the legend’s original compositions, including Aftermath, Crossfire, and Excerpts of the Blues, alongside distinctive interpretations of standards such as Poinciana, Autumn Leaves, and Blue Moon.