“1 + 1 + 1.” Kenny Barron....

“1 + 1 + 1.” Kenny Barron. Blackhawk BKH 50601. The title misleads. “ ‘Round Midnight” is a piano solo and the others are all duo cuts, with either Ron Carter or Michael Moore on bass. Both offer perfect support. Barron, truly a world-class pianist, has his own personal touch as well as an individual approach to such long-familiar works as “Giant Steps,” “Prelude to a Kiss” and “In Your Own Sweet Way.” A bonus is the inclusion of “Beautiful Love,” the too-seldom-heard Victor Young melody, with engaging exchanges between Barron and Carter. 4 stars.