was a multi-talented French horn player not shy to take chances in both his solos and his writing. On this CD reissue of two sessions for , performs his 17-and-a-half-minute three-part and four alternate takes with a nonet including altoist , trumpeter , and flutist . In addition, ' four-movement is played by with guest soloists taken from band (German musicians who have remained quite obscure). The lack of liner notes is unfortunate, for it would have been interesting to hear what ' goals were in writing this music. Overall, the performances hold one's attention, particularly the This CD is recommended to adventurous listeners. ~ Scott Yanow