What types of jazz setups has Coryell not tried so far? One of them is playing with Hammond organ in a jazz trio. So he assembled younger drummer and Hammond organ player who offer a set of relaxing jazz numbers containing elements of blues, soul and rock. Playing is exquisite and tasty, colour and style preferred to hitting hundreds of notes. Music is often playful, miles away from academic jazz. Sometimes, the chords follow the typical blues pattern. My favourite track is the title number (composed by Coltrane) with a lot of good improvisations by all three players, this track also has a good velocity. "Full moon over Istanbul" stands out by its tonality and tenderness. A nice effort. - Stanley sgtpepper / allmusic.com
Tracks
1. Very Early (Bill Evans)
2. Stowaway (Larry Coryell)
3. Come Rain Or Come Shine (Harold Arlen)
4. Embraceable You (George Gershwin/Ira Gershwin)
5. Cariba (John L. Montgomery)
6. Impressions (John Coltrane)
7. Szabodar (Larry Coryell)
8. Full Moon Over Istanbul (Paul Wertico)
9. Centerpiece (Jon Hendricks)
LARRY CORYELL guitar
PAUL WERTICO drums
SAM YAHEL organ
Recorded at St. Peter's Episcopal Church
Chesky Records – SACD337