Review by George Toma

Alone Together, an album by Benny Carter and his Strings with the Oscar Peterson Quartet, is a classic jazz album that showcases the talents of some of the most accomplished musicians of the genre. Released in 1959, the album features Benny Carter on alto saxophone and trumpet, backed by a string section and the Oscar Peterson Quartet, which includes Peterson on piano, Herb Ellis on guitar, Ray Brown on bass, and Louis Bellson on drums.

The album opens with the title track, "Alone Together," a beautiful ballad that sets the tone for the rest of the album. Carter's soaring saxophone lines are complemented by the lush strings and Peterson's sensitive piano playing. The album also features several original compositions by Carter, including "Blue Star," a mid-tempo blues number that showcases Ellis' guitar playing, and "Summer Serenade," a breezy tune that highlights Carter's trumpet.

One of the standout tracks on the album is the up-tempo "Doozy," which features some impressive solos from both Carter and Peterson. The string section also gets a chance to shine on "Gone with the Wind," where they provide a rich, cinematic backdrop for Carter's saxophone.

Summary by George Toma

Alone Together is a must-have album for any jazz fan. It's a masterful collaboration between two of the greatest musicians of the genre, and the addition of the string section adds an extra layer of depth and beauty to the music.