SUMMARY: RUNNING TIME: 5:53 Min.
It’s the sixth track off The Harry Connick, Jr. Trio’s 1990 instrumental album, Lofty’s Roach Soufflé. With Connick, Jr. on piano, the trio consists of Benjamin Wolfe (bass) and Shannon Powell (drums). Connick, Jr. composed this tune.
REVIEW:
Gentle and low-key, “Mary Ruth” conveys less of a melancholic vibe than this same album’s “Little Dancing Girl.” Unlike the latter track, “Mary Ruth” is audible the entire time and doesn’t overstay its welcome. As a best guess, the track’s sound wistfully suggests youthful romance. Even in its downbeat turns, “Mary Ruth” is a classy delight for jazz enthusiasts.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 7 Stars
