Soprano saxophonist Dave Liebman is joined by bassist Dave Holland and drummer Jack DeJohnette for these adventurous studio sessions from 1988, in which the chordless format works to the trio's advantage. All of the pieces are Liebman originals, some, like "All the Things That...," inspired by a familiar standard (in this case, "All the Things You Are") and some not. Liebman has long been one of the top soprano players, while in Holland and DeJohnette he has a sympathetic rhythm section to accompany his flights. Among the highlights are the haunting "Return to Napanoch" and the humorous free jazz vehicle "It's Different Out There." Liebman's wife, oboist Caris Visentin, is a guest on several tracks, including the brooding "Master of the Obvious" and the intricate "While We're on the Subject." Currently out of print following the demise of the Owl label, this valuable CD is somewhat difficult to acquire. ~ Ken Dryden All songs written by David Liebman. Recorded at Sound Ideas Studio, New York on May 1 and 2, 1988. Includes liner notes by David Liebman. Personnel: David Liebman (soprano saxophone), Caris Visentin (oboe), Dave Holland (bass, cello), Jack DeJohnette (drums). Producers: Jean-Jacques Pussiau, Francois LeMaire (all tracks). Option - Some of the best work Liebman has done in years.
Tracks
01. All The Things That...
02. In The Mean Time
03. Return To Napanoch
04. it's Different Out There
05. Master Of The Ovious
06. Romp
07. While We're On The Subject
08. Burst
09. Ode For Leo (Prelude)
10. Gazelle
DAVE HOLLAND bass, cello
JACK DeJOHNETTE drums
CARIS VISENTIN oboe
DAVE LIBMAN soprano saxophone
All compositons by Dave Liebman
Recorded May 1 & 2, 1988 at Sound Idea Studios N.Y.C.
OWL Records - OWL 3800512