Langston Hughes' short, sassy poem, "Advice," contains an irresistible combination of hard truth and deep love. This dynamic setting is packed with edgy jazz harmonies, straight-ahead rhythms, and soulful, blues-inflected lines.
Though challenging, the piano part is lies under the hands in a gratifying way, a showpiece for a strong player. A few single-line solos offer oppotunities for singers to offer up "a little lovin' in between."