The World Saxophone Quartet always believed in putting on a show, although without watering down its adventurous music. The nine numbers on this set are generally concise (only two songs exceed six minutes) and consist of originals by all four saxophonists: altoist Julius Hemphill (who contributed four of the nine pieces), baritonist Hamiet Bluiett, altoist Oliver Lake and tenor saxophonist David Murray. Sometimes quite rhythmic (and almost danceable) despite not having a rhythm section, the WSQ used melodies and rhythm for their own purposes, creating unpredictable music that always holds one's attention. This release is a good example of their talents.
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World Saxophone Quartet
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by Scott Yanow
Track Listing
| Title/Composer | Performer | Time | Stream | |||
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| 1 | World Saxophone Quartet | 08:00 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 2 | World Saxophone Quartet | 05:40 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 3 | World Saxophone Quartet | 03:41 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 4 | World Saxophone Quartet | 05:26 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 5 | World Saxophone Quartet | 03:23 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 6 | World Saxophone Quartet | 04:24 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 7 | World Saxophone Quartet | 04:21 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 8 | World Saxophone Quartet | 08:15 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 9 | World Saxophone Quartet | 01:03 | SpotifyAmazon |
