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World Saxophone Quartet: Requiem For Julius
ByThe general feel of the record is reflective and downtempo, making generous use of space, althoughas alwaysthere are exceptions. The title track, a David Murray composition, rings clear as the strongest on the record: it manages to reflect a contemplative mood, while making effective use of melody and a bluesy sound. Requiem certainly has few flaws, but it's hard to recommend this record as a must-have, given the amazing quantity and quality of WSQ material available. Look for two more WSQ releases upcoming on Justin Time: a studio performance and a live recording.
Track Listing
1) Ebony (Jack DeJohnette) 2) Free and Independent Thought (Hamiet Bluiett) 3) All Praise (John Purcell) 4) Requiem For Julius (David Murray) 5) Le Sport Suite (Oliver Lake) 6) Hurricane Floyd (David Murray) 7) Potato Vamp (Oliver Lake) 8) Tone Poem (Oliver Lake) 9) Blues (Bluiett - Murray - Lake - Purcell)
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Personnel
World Saxophone Quartet
band / ensemble / orchestraHamiet Bluiett; Baritone Saxophonist: Oliver Lake; Alto Saxophone: David Murray; Tenor Saxophone: John Purcell; Soprano Saxophone.
Album information
Title: Requiem For Julius | Year Released: 2000 | Record Label: Justin Time Records
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