An all-star quartet (pianist Martial Solal, altoist Lee Konitz, guitarist John Scofield and bassist Niels Pedersen) explores seven diverse Solal originals that range from chamberlike pieces to fairly free group improvising. The results are often exciting if cool in both tone and volume. Thoughtful yet unpredictable music. - Scott Yanow
Tracks
1. Brain Stream
2. Not Scheduled
3. Grapes
4. Retro Active
5. Energy
6. Satan
7. Four Keys
LEE KONITZ alto saxophone
NIELS-HENNING ØRSTED PEDERSEN bass
JOHN SCOFIELD guitar
MARTIAL SOLAL piano
Recorded May, 1979 in Villingen atMPS-Studio
MPS Records - ULS-6016