Hard Work is an album by American jazz saxophonist John Handy which was recorded in 1976 and originally released on the ABC/Impulse label.

Reception

The album reached number 4 on the Billboard jazz chart and number 43 on the Billboard 200. AllMusic awarded the album 4 stars stating "Hard Work became a surprise hit, and overall, the set is open to the influence of R&B, although there are some strong moments from Handy on both alto and tenor". A single, "Hard Work", did reach the bubbling under positions of the UK Top 50 in September 1976.

Track listing

All compositions by John Handy

Personnel