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Although originally released in 1969, FIRST TAKE languished in obscurity until noted jazz fan Clint Eastwood chose Roberta Flack's haunting, minimalist reinterpretation of Scottish folkie Ewan MacColl's "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" to score a love scene in his 1972 film PLAY MISTY FOR ME. Latter-day fans of that single and Flack's later smooth soul hits might be surprised at the overall sound of FIRST TAKE.
Recorded with a small combo of jazz giants--guitarist John Pizzarelli, bassist Ron Carter, and drummer Ray Lucas, with Flack on piano--and produced by Atlantic's house eccentric Joel Dorn, FIRST TAKE is a jazz album with soul and pop influences. The recording has more in common with Nina Simone, or even Dorn's work with eclectic reedsman Rahsaan Roland Kirk, than mainstream soul divas of the 1970s. Flack's utterly controlled, elegant vocal style and her churchy piano chords root this album, which has a stately power and deliberate grace even at its most soulful--particularly on a call-and-response version of the spiritual "I Told Jesus" and the heartbreaking "Angelitos Negros."
Out of print in the U.S.! Import pressing of the 1969 debut album from the sophisticated Soul vocalist. Eight tracks. Warner.
All tracks have been digitally remastered.
Personnel: Roberta Flack (vocals, piano); John Pizzarelli, Bucky Pizzarelli (guitar); Gene Orloff, Emanuel Green (violin); Theodore Israel, Alfred Brown , Selwart Clarke (viola); Charles McCracken, George Ricci (cello); Frank Wess (saxophone, tenor saxophone); Seldon Powell (saxophone, baritone saxophone); Joe Newman , Jimmy Nottingham (trumpet); Benny Powell (trombone); Ray Lucas (drums).
Recording information: Atlantic Recording Studios, New York, NY.
Personnel includes: Roberta Flack (vocals, piano); Bucky Pizzarelli (guitar); Ron Carter (bass); Ray Lucas (drums).
Rolling Stone (10/29/70, pp.42-44) - "...Flack underplays everything with a quietness and gentleness. More than any singer I know, she can take a quiet, slow song...and infuse it with a brooding intensity that is at times almost unbearable..." First Take Music | List Price | $16.99 (You save $3.04) | | Category | Rock/Pop Albums, R&B CDs, Rap, Soul/R&B, Urban Soundtrack, Nostalgia, Pop, Vocal | | Label | Atlantic | | Orig Year | 1969 | | All Time Sales Rank |  6754  | | CD Universe Part number | 1097552 | | Catalog number | 8279299 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | May 19, 2009 | | Studio/Live | Studio | | Mono/Stereo | Stereo | | Producer | Joel Dorn | | Engineer | William Arit | | Personnel | Charles McCracken
Joe Newman
Frank Wess - saxophone, tenor saxophone
Gene Orloff
Roberta Flack - vocals, piano
Alfred Brown
Alfred Brown
George Ricci - cello
Benny Powell - trombone
Ray Lucas - drums
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Roberta Flack First Take Songs First Take Music Review Average Rating: (5 out of 5 stars)  Soul Stirring
I've owned the 33 vinyl of this album since the 70's and still love it. All the songs carry a deep, soul stirring message and are full of meaning. after all these years, I am still moved to tears every time I listen to "Angelitos Negros." The album was gifted to me from a jazz musician friend of mine.
Submitted by Kate (Scottsdale, AZ)
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i dont have a great deal to say about this album, except i played "compared to what" over and over and over, gives me goosebumps..... on that tune in particular ron carter, ray lucas and roberta flack make the vocal piano trio + oh so funky, its hard to compare this to anything, pardon the pun. the whole album is quite astounding, dues are paid in full. one of my favourites
Submitted by Felix (Australia, OZ, AUS)
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I've long been a fan of Roberta's fabulous voice,but somehow had never heard this album.....until recently. I now consider it one of her best,and was amazed at how much feel and emotion she injects into every song. Even by her standards,this is an exceptional,and very moving performance. Essential listening for anyone who enjoys good (no,make that "GREAT") singing.
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