The quartet that went by the name "Quadrant" (guitarist
Joe Pass, vibraphonist
Milt Jackson, bassist
Ray Brown and drummer
Mickey Roker) recorded two albums for Pablo; this one has not been reissued on CD yet. For this project, the group plays nine
Duke Ellington compositions,
Billy Strayhorn's "Take the 'A' Train," and
Juan Tizol's "Caravan." The four masterful musicians play up to their potential; the interplay and blend between
Jackson and
Pass is appealing, and there are a fair share of exciting moments on the respectful and swinging set. Highlights include "Caravan," "Mood Indigo," "Main Stem" and "Rocks In My Bed." ~ Scott Yanow