Although often reissued under
Eric Dolphy's name, this CD reissue gives the leadership back to pianist
Mal Waldron. The seven originals not only feature altoist
Dolphy (who makes a rare appearance on clarinet during "Warm Canto") but tenor-saxophonist
Booker Ervin,
Ron Carter (on cello) and
Waldron. With bassist
Joe Benjamin and drummer
Charlie Persip giving alert support, the complex music (which falls between hard bop and the avant-garde) is successfully interpreted. Worth checking out.