A Chip off the Old Block (album)

A Chip off the Old Block is an album by American jazz saxophonist Stanley Turrentine recorded on October 21, 1963 and released on Blue Note in August 1964, featuring songs written or played by bandleader Count Basie.

Recording
The album was originally planned as a septet, but after a recording session it was decided to re-record as a slimmed-down quintet, with organist Shirley Scott, trumpeter Blue Mitchell, bassist Earl May, and drummer Al Harewood.

Release history
The CD reissue includes two early septet takes, with trombonist Tom McIntosh and saxophonist Charles Davis, and Ben Dixon replacing Harewood on drums.

Reception
The AllMusic review by Michael G. Nastos states, "The spare approach of Basie is hard to ignore, and though not essential in Turrentine's discography, it is an interesting item that showcases his lighter side positively."

October 14, 1963

 * Stanley Turrentine – tenor saxophone
 * Charles Davis – baritone saxophone
 * Blue Mitchell – trumpet
 * Tom McIntosh – trombone


 * Shirley Scott – organ
 * Earl May – bass
 * Ben Dixon – drums

October 21, 1963

 * Stanley Turrentine – tenor saxophone
 * Blue Mitchell – trumpet


 * Shirley Scott – organ
 * Earl May – bass
 * Al Harewood – drums

Technical personnel

 * Alfred Lion – producer
 * Rudy Van Gelder – recording engineer
 * Reid Miles – cover design
 * Francis Wolff – photography
 * Leonard Feather – liner notes