| The Natural Seven | ||||
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| Released | 1955 | |||
| Recorded | February 3, 1955 | |||
| Studio | Webster Hall, New York City | |||
| Genre | Jazz | |||
| Length | 38:28 | |||
| Label | RCA Victor LPM 1116 | |||
| Producer | Jack Lewis | |||
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The Natural Seven is an album by saxophonist, composer and arranger Al Cohn recorded in 1955 for the RCA Victor label. [1]
| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic |   [2] |
| The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings | [3] |
In his review for AllMusic, Scott Yanow wrote, "Although originally associated with Woody Herman and cool jazz, Cohn always felt equally comfortable playing with swing-styled players. His "Natural Seven" looks toward the Kansas City Seven and includes two members of Count Basie's band". [2]
All compositions by Al Cohn except as indicated
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