Lee Ritenour – First Course (CD, Album, Reissue, Remastered, Epic / Legacy EK 46114)

Why This CD Matters
First Course launched Lee Ritenour’s solo recording career in 1976 with a blend of jazz fusion, funk, and melodic guitar work. The nine instrumental tracks feature a strong Los Angeles studio lineup, including Dave Grusin, Harvey Mason, Tom Scott, Chuck Rainey, and Patrice Rushen. “Fatback” rides a tight funk groove, while “Memories Past” gives Ritenour space for a brief classical-guitar interlude.

Collector Note
This 1990 US Epic/Legacy CD belongs to the Columbia Jazz Contemporary Masters series and carries catalog number EK 46114. Remastered by Vic Anesini, it presents the album’s original nine-track program.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
CD: VG+
Case: VG+
Booklet: VG+

Technical Details
Format: CD, Album, Reissue, Remastered
Label: Epic / Legacy – EK 46114
Country: US
Released: 1990
Genre: Jazz
Style: Fusion

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
A Little Bit Of This And A Little Bit Of That 6:16
Sweet Syncopation 4:47
Theme From "Three Days Of The Condor" 4:08
Fatback 4:18
Memories Past 1:51
Caterpillar 4:21
Canticle For The Universe 6:12
Wild Rice 5:32
Ohla Maria (Amparo) 3:50

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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