Frank-ly Speaking
# Frank-ly Speaking

Frank-ly Speaking is an album by American jazz pianist Horace Parlan featuring performances recorded in the U.S. in 1977 and released on the Danish-based SteepleChase label.

## Reception

The Allmusic review by Ken Dryden awarded the album 4 stars, stating that "the playing is inspired throughout the date by everyone involved".

Professional ratings :

| Review scores ||
| - | - |
| Source | Rating |
| Allmusic | |
| The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings | |

## Track listing

* "Frank-ly Speaking" (Horace Parlan) - 3:55
* "Quietude" (Thad Jones) - 4:28
* "Hit It" (Lisle Atkinson) - 6:29
* "Mirror Lake" (Idrees Sulieman) - 8:18
* "Chocolate Cadillac" (Sulieman) - 10:04
* "Misty Thursday" (Duke Jordan) - 6:39
* "U.A.I." (Sulieman) - 7:22
* "Veronica's Walk" (Tony Inzalaco) - 8:56

## Personnel

* Horace Parlan - piano
* Frank Strozier - alto saxophone
* Frank Foster - tenor saxophone
* Lisle Atkinson - bass
* Al Harewood - drums
