Figure and Spirit

by Lee Konitz

Overview

Altoist Lee Konitz (who doubles on soprano) teams up with tenor saxophonist Ted Brown, pianist Albert Dailey, bassist Rufus Reid, and drummer Joe Chambers for this session. The six songs (originals based on standards by Konitz, Brown, and Lennie Tristano) were all performed in one take and although there are a few minor mistakes, the music is quite exciting and spontaneous. Brown was the best possible substitute for Wayne Marsh (Konitz's original choice for the record) and sounds in prime form. It's worth acquiring by fans of straight-ahead jazz, Lennie Tristano, and Lee Konitz. ~ Scott Yanow

Product Details

Release Date:	08/12/1994
Label:	Progressive
UPC:	0762247700326
Rank:	146603

Tracks

1. Figure and Spirit
2. Dream Stepper
3. Amog Eyes
4. April
5. Without You Man
6. Dig It
7. Feather Bed

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Lee Konitz   Primary Artist,Sax (Alto),Sax (Soprano)
Joe Chambers   Guest Artist
Albert Dailey   Guest Artist
Rufus Reid   Guest Artist
Ted Brown   Guest Artist

Technical Credits

Lee Konitz   Liner Notes,Composer
Lennie Tristano   Composer
Fred Miller   Engineer
K. Abe   Photography
Gus P. Statiras   Producer
Ted Brown   Composer