Pittsburgh (album)
# Pittsburgh (album)

Pittsburgh is an album by the American jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal. It was recorded in 1989 and released on the Atlantic label. It is a tribute to Jamal's hometown. The album was recorded in Chicago.

## Critical reception

Professional ratings :

| Review scores ||
| - | - |
| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic | |
| Chicago Sun-Times | |
| Orlando Sentinel | |

The Sun-Sentinel wrote that, "where 'Cycles' runs right to the edge of being free jazz with its lack of structure, the next tune, 'Fly Away', is built on a straight-ahead, no- frills melody complete with a chorus line." The Orlando Sentinel determined that "Jamal does on Pittsburgh what he does best—experimenting with musical phrasing and cadence." The Omaha World-Herald concluded that "the tunes and arrangements also are done well, yet the result is merely pretty, lightweight stuff."

The AllMusic review stated: "This CD has captured both the character and the shaping hand of Jamal and the distinct sound of Evans, and they are a perfect match in this at-times-exquisite piece of work."

## Track listing

All compositions by Ahmad Jamal unless noted.

* "Pittsburgh" – 7:03
* "Bellows" – 8:50
* "Mellowdrama" (Jimmy Heath) – 6:38
* "Foolish Ways" – 3:35
* "Divertimento" – 5:18
* "Cycles" – 8:08
* "Fly Away" – 7:25
* "Apple Avenue" – 5:33

## Personnel

* Ahmad Jamal – piano
* James Cammack – bass
* David Bowler – drums
* Richard Evans – arranger
* Jazz portal
