's seventh CD as a leader is full of catchy themes in a Jazz Latino (as opposed to Latin jazz) setting, according to liner note writer . The pianist, who is well accompanied by flutist and Latin percussionist , starts off with his intense, driving Things cool with the hip, infectious with 's playful flute dancing over 's soulful Latin groove. The pianist's has a wistful air with switching to alto flute, while is a sauntering gem with its share of surprising twists. also engages each player in a duet. is his partner for a ridiculously fast romp through the standard as the pianist tears into the piece with a well-disguised improvised introduction. is on hand for the slow, rhapsodic treatment of 's signature tune, though the familiar rhythm is omitted, opting instead to emphasize the melody in a more free-form manner. However one labels the style of jazz featured in , there's no doubt that this CD will stand the test of time. ~ Ken Dryden