The Opener
The Opener is an album by American jazz trombonist Curtis Fuller, recorded on June 16, 1957 and released on Blue Note later that year—his debut for the label.
Reception
The AllMusic review by Stephen Thomas Erlewine states, "The Opener is trombonist Curtis Fuller's first album for Blue Note and it is a thoroughly impressive affair."Track listing
Side 1
- "A Lovely Way to Spend an Evening" – 6:52
- "Hugore" – 6:43
- "Oscalypso" – 5:40
Side 2
- "Here's to My Lady" – 6:43
- "Lizzy's Bounce" – 5:25
- "Soon" – 5:33
Personnel
Musicians
- Curtis Fuller – trombone
- Hank Mobley – tenor saxophone
- Bobby Timmons – piano
- Paul Chambers – bass
- Art Taylor – drums
Technical personnel
- Alfred Lion – producer
- Rudy Van Gelder – recording engineer
- Reid Miles – design
- Francis Wolff – photography
- Robert Levin – liner notes