The Jazz Harpist is the debut studio album by American jazz harpist Dorothy Ashby, released in 1957 by the Regent label. This album features Ashby’s innovative approach to the harp, blending it seamlessly into a jazz context. The tracklist includes both original compositions and jazz standards, such as “Thou Swell,” “Stella by Starlight,” and “Dancing on the Ceiling.” Ashby is accompanied by notable musicians, including Frank Wess on flute, Ed Thigpen on drums, and either Eddie Jones or Wendell Marshall on bass, depending on the track. The album was recorded in August 1956 at Van Gelder Studio in Hackensack, New Jersey, and produced by Ozzie Cadena. The Jazz Harpist is celebrated for its soulful sound and Ashby’s skillful integration of the harp into jazz music.
- Genre: Jazz
- Format: Vinyl
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