American Classical Music (Ahmad Jamal album)
American Classical Music is a 1994 studio album by American jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal. The album features Jamal on piano, accompanied by James Cammack on bass and Idris Muhammad on drums. It was released on the Chesky Records label.
The album showcases Jamal's distinctive piano style, characterized by his use of space, dynamics, and melodic improvisation. The repertoire includes both original compositions by Jamal and interpretations of standards from the Great American Songbook. Critics have noted the album's sophisticated arrangements and the interplay between the musicians. American Classical Music is considered a significant work in Jamal's discography and a representation of his continued evolution as a jazz artist.