A (Jimmy Raney album)

A is a 1954 jazz album by guitarist Jimmy Raney. It was released on the ABC-Paramount label (ABC-115). The album features Raney primarily in a quartet setting, showcasing his bebop-influenced playing style. The personnel includes John Wilson on trumpet, Hall Overton on piano, Red Mitchell on bass, and Osie Johnson on drums. The album's title is simply the first letter of the alphabet. The tracks include a mix of standards and original compositions. It is considered a notable example of Raney's early work and a solid representation of mid-1950s jazz guitar.