• Cedar Walton - (PRESALE 7/3/26) The Maestro - with Special Guest Abbey Lincoln (CD) | Mint (M) Mint (M) - JAZZ *NEW*
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Cedar Walton

Cedar Walton - (PRESALE 7/3/26) The Maestro - with Special Guest Abbey Lincoln (CD) | Mint (M) Mint (M)

Cedar Walton - (PRESALE 7/3/26) The Maestro - with Special Guest Abbey Lincoln (CD) | Mint (M) Mint (M)

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Description

 

    The Maestro (with Special Guest Abbey Lincoln)
    Artist: Cedar Walton Format: CD Release Date: 7/3/2026 

    Label: Squatty Roo Records
    Vendor: City Hall Records
    Distributor: AMPED
    UPC: 686647334403
    Genre: Jazz
    Release Date: 7/3/2026
    Product ID: SQRO3344.2
    Weight: .24 lb

CD 
Description

Following an extensive international tour, Cedar Walton and his quartet entered the studio in December 1980 at the height of their collective powers. The Maestro captures a band forged on the road-refined, intuitive, and deeply connected-delivering performances that balance precision with spontaneity. At the center is Walton's unmistakable voice as a composer and pianist, blending blues-rooted swing with harmonic depth and lyrical clarity. The program moves effortlessly between Walton originals and timeless standards, each rendered with elegance and purpose. A defining highlight is the presence of Abbey Lincoln, whose intimate and expressive vocal performances add a profound emotional dimension to the recording. Her collaboration with Walton elevates the title track into a poignant tribute that resonates beyond the moment. Featuring a masterful ensemble-Bob Berg (tenor saxophone), David Williams (bass), and Billy Higgins (drums)-The Maestro stands as a document of a working band at it's peak: cohesive, dynamic, and deeply rooted in the jazz tradition. Digitally remastered in 2026, this reissue restores a vital chapter in Cedar Walton's legacy with renewed clarity and presence.

    Tracks
    Credits

    1 The Maestro 4:58 (Cedar Walton)
    2 Rhythm-A-Ning 6:38 (Thelonious Monk)
    3 Not in Love 3:30 (Cedar Walton)
    4 Sabi 6:22 (Antonio Carlos Jobim, Chico Buarque)
    5 A Sentimental Mood 6:50 (Duke Ellington, Manny Kurtz, Irving Mills)
    6 Blue Monk 4:49 (Thelonious Monk)
    7 Castles 4:49 (Cedar Walton)
    8 On the Trail 3:40 (Ferde Grofe)

 

  • Sleeve Condition: Mint (M)
  • Media Condition: Mint (M)
  • Genre: JAZZ
  • Format Type: CD
  • Released: 07/03/2026

Condition Ratings & Details

NOTE: Every title includes condition ratings. The first rating pertains to the physical media, and the second grade pertains to the sleeve.

NOTE: Images may not be exact. Please refer to the description to determine whether the images are Actual Photos or Photos Not Actual. New records will likely use generic web photos to represent the product.

Condition Ratings

  • MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
  • Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
  • Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
  • Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
  • Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
  • Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.

Sleeve Details

  • PHOTOS ACTUAL: The photo is an original image of the exact item you will receive.
  • PHOTOS NOT ACTUAL: The photo is sourced from the web and may differ slightly from the actual item.
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