Phil Woods was only 22 at the time of this program (reissued on CD), but he was already an explosive and very talented bop-oriented altoist. This obscure set, one of his earliest recordings, has seven group originals, plus the lone standard "Mad About the Boy," and is full of excitement.
Woods, trumpeter
Jon Eardley, pianist
George Syran, bassist
Teddy Kotick and drummer
Nick Stabulas all display both youthful energy and a strong knowledge of
Charlie Parker's innovations, making this an essential, if little-known acquisition for bop collectors.