Pittsburgh (album)

Pittsburgh is an album by the American jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal. It was recorded in 1989 and released on the Atlantic label. It is a tribute to Jamal's hometown. The album was recorded in Chicago.

Critical reception
The Sun-Sentinel wrote that, "where 'Cycles' runs right to the edge of being free jazz with its lack of structure, the next tune, 'Fly Away', is built on a straight-ahead, no- frills melody complete with a chorus line." The Orlando Sentinel determined that "Jamal does on Pittsburgh what he does best—experimenting with musical phrasing and cadence." The Omaha World-Herald concluded that "the tunes and arrangements also are done well, yet the result is merely pretty, lightweight stuff."

The AllMusic review stated: "This CD has captured both the character and the shaping hand of Jamal and the distinct sound of Evans, and they are a perfect match in this at-times-exquisite piece of work."

Track listing
All compositions by Ahmad Jamal unless noted.
 * 1) "Pittsburgh" – 7:03
 * 2) "Bellows" – 8:50
 * 3) "Mellowdrama" (Jimmy Heath) – 6:38
 * 4) "Foolish Ways" – 3:35
 * 5) "Divertimento" – 5:18
 * 6) "Cycles" – 8:08
 * 7) "Fly Away" – 7:25
 * 8) "Apple Avenue" – 5:33

Personnel

 * Ahmad Jamal – piano
 * James Cammack – bass
 * David Bowler – drums
 * Richard Evans – arranger