A live recording of a tense and thrilling performance. The best interplay!
This is a rare recording of a legendary performance held at a Chicago club. This monumental recording, which combined cutting-edge interpretations of traditional jazz standards with the then-current sound, determined the future direction of jazz.
The opening trumpet sounds instantly build anticipation, making this one of the most important live albums in jazz history. The quintet's performances from this period strike an innovative balance, skillfully incorporating elements of free jazz while maintaining the structural beauty of hard bop. The saxophone, piano, bass, and drums are all completely independent, yet their interplay creates unpredictable results. Standards such as "If I Were a Bell" in particular showcase cutting-edge interpretations of the time. This album captures how familiar standards are transformed through improvisation into entirely new compositions.
