is a high-powered tenor saxophonist whose style falls between hard bop and post-bop. On this set he splits his time between quartet numbers -- with pianist , bassist , and drummer -- and quintet pieces that co-star baritonist . Unfortunately, (74 at the time) sounds past his prime, displaying a weaker tone than he had previously although he tries his best during his three appearances (two originals plus ). (who brought in three originals of his own) sounds fine throughout and he helps to revitalize the straight-ahead tradition with his passionate playing. ~ Scott Yanow