Loving Hank

It must be assumed that pianist Debbie Poryes has named her trio album as an homage to Hank Jones, as her compositions, as well as her interprations, display a similar gentility and regality as the famed bop icon. With Peter Barshay/b and David Rokeach/dr she produces a wistful "Both Sides Now" while creating sublime colors on "Autumn in New York." Even Charlie Parker's "Confirmation" is relaxed and elegant, while the title track dedicated to the maestro includes the glowing horn of Erik Jekabson to create an extra prism of light. Subtle and charming.