This superior reissue combines together two sessions led by vibraphonist . Actually, although is in fine form (and contributed four of the seven selections), he is often overshadowed by rather inspired solos from his sidemen. The first side of , which features a nine-piece group, is highlighted by the contributions of the exuberant altoist , while the flip side has a sextet that is not hurt by the solos of tenor-saxophonist . With pianist helping out on both sessions, these all-star dates still sound fresh and enthusiastic decades later. ~ Scott Yanow