Starting in the early '80s, drummer Paul Motian led a series of fascinating bands, usually pianoless and featuring the highly original guitarist Bill Frisell. For this outing, Motian and Frisell are teamed with the tenors of Jim Pepper and Joe Lovano plus bassist Ed Schuller. The drummer's seven originals feature lots of variety in moods, ranging from witty to introspective and showcasing the colorful players at their best. Frisell (who is featured on "Lament") in particular sounds perfectly at home with Motian’s group. - Scott Yanow
Tracks
01. Jack Of Clubs
02. Cathedral Song
03. Split Decision
04. Hide And Go Seek
05. Lament
06 Tanner Street
07. Drum Street
PAUL MOTIAN drums
ED SCHULLER bass
BILL FRISELL guitar
JOE LOVANO tenor saxophone
JIM PEPPER - soprano saxophone
Music composed by Paul Motian
Recorded at Barigozzi Studio, Milano. March 26-28, 1984
Soul Note SN 1124