This interesting set of duets features veteran avant-garde pianist
Muhal Richard Abrams and
Marty Ehrlich, who doubles on alto sax and clarinet. Together they perform two songs by
Abrams, three from
Ehrlich, and a five-minute freely improvised "Blues to You." The music is as unpredictable as one would expect, hinting now and then at the past but mostly being quite explorative. The two musicians listen closely to each other and react quickly to any ideas that the other might have.
Abrams' strong technique and knowledge of other styles and
Ehrlich's versatile playing prove to be a stimulating match. ~ Scott Yanow