One of the finest
Sun Ra recordings from his final years, this effort is particularly recommended due to the many
Ra keyboard solos and
John Gilmore features, the latter of which include a tenor showcase on "Opus In Springtime." Trumpeters Michael Ray and
Ahmed Abdullah, altoist
Marshall Allen and singer
June Tyson also have their spots, and the repertoire consists of ten
Ra originals (including a remake of "El Is the Sound of Joy") and three standard ballads. Overall, this is a fine all-around studio set. Recommended. ~ Scott Yanow