Picture Perfect (Ahmad Jamal album)

Picture Perfect is a studio album by American jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal, released in 1996 by Birdology/Atlantic Records. The album features Jamal on piano, James Cammack on bass, and Idris Muhammad on drums. Picture Perfect represents a continuation of Jamal's signature style, blending bebop sensibilities with a focus on melody and space, and incorporating elements of impressionism. The album includes original compositions by Jamal as well as interpretations of standards. It showcases Jamal's distinctive use of dynamics and his improvisational skills, solidifying his position as an influential figure in jazz piano. Critics often note the album's cohesiveness and the interplay between the musicians.