By the late 1960s, Horace Silver had already cemented his legacy as one of hard bop's most distinctive voices, and Serenade to a Soul Sister finds him embracing a groovier, more soulful direction without losing his compositional sharpness. Recorded at the legendary Van Gelder Studio in 1968, the album features two different quintets across its two sides, with notable appearances from Stanley Turrentine, Charles Tolliver, Bennie Maupin, and a young Billy Cobham — delivering a set of Silver originals that range from the high-octane opener "Psychedelic Sally" to the tender closing ballad "Next Time I Fall In Love."
This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition brings Serenade to a Soul Sister back to life in stunning fidelity, mastered by Kevin Gray of Cohearent Audio directly from the original master tapes for a fully analog, stereo listening experience. Pressed on 180-gram vinyl at Optimal in Germany, this release is a worthy way to experience one of Silver's most adventurous late-'60s outings, whether you're a longtime fan rediscovering a classic or a newer listener exploring the Blue Note catalog.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Blue Note
- Genre: Jazz
- Release Date: 03/21/2025
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TRACKS
A1. Psychedelic Sally
A2. Serenade To A Soul Sister
A3. Rain Dance
B1. Jungle Juice
B2. Kindred Spirits
B3. Next Time I Fall In Love
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