Jazz / Contemporary Jazz; Fusion; Post-Bop; Crossover Jazz
Recorded: 1987, Power Station, New York, New York.
Michael Brecker - tenor saxophone, EWI
Jack DeJohnette - drums
Charlie Haden - bass
Kenny Kirkland - keyboards
Pat Metheny - guitar
More so than most other mortals, a musician can be measured by the company he keeps. In the case of this tenor saxophonist, that company has included such jazz and other musical greats as Chick Corea, Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, Bruce Springsteen, Frank Sinatra, John Lennon, Eric Clapton, Chaka Khan, Billy Joel - to name a few.
They were all inspired to require Michael Brecker's services because of his renowned virtuosity - as incandescent soloist, seamless ensemble player, and innovative composer. And now Brecker's gifts are being put on their most conspicuous and compelling display with the release of his first solo album, Michael Brecker.
(from the liner notes)
Includes liner notes by Steve Schneider. |
