This 1956 session, "Max Bennett Plays," showcases the bassist leading a quartet through a set of standards and originals. The album captures Bennett in a small-group setting, a format that allowed his melodic improvisations to take center stage.
- The album was recorded on March 12, 1956, atpx Bethlehem Records' studio in New York City.
- The session featured pianist Lou Levy, drummer Stan Levey, and alto saxophonist Herb Geller.
- This was one of the few occasions Bennett recorded as a leader during the 1950s.
Max Bennett is a bassist, composer, and arranger known for his work in cool jazz and hard bop. He played on numerous classic recordings throughout the 1950s and 60s.
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