This recording celebrates the 35th anniversary of the unique / group . The group originals, which include a five-song (the final five selections), each contain their unpredictable moments and feature the four musicians both in interplay with each other and as the lead. , who is in particularly rewarding form, generally takes honors even though wrote the majority of the selections. Overall, this is an excellent effort, a worthy addition to 's rich discography. ~ Scott Yanow