Work Time

by Scott YanowFor this LP-length CD reissue, tenor great Sonny Rollins plays five songs (including the unlikely "There's No Business Like Show Business") in a quartet with pianist Ray Bryant, bassist George Morrow, and his then-current employer, drummer Max Roach. Rollins was an original stylist from the start, and in late 1955 he was ready to take his place among the greats. The enjoyable outing (which is included in Rollins' huge Complete Prestige Recordings box set) may not be essential, but it is a strong effort.