Lee Konitz's 1979 SteepleChase recording with his nonet captures the alto saxophonist at a contemplative phase of his career. The session balances cool jazz's intellectualism with post-bop's expressive freedom and modal exploration. Konitz was a singular voice in jazz—his tone precise, his approach cerebral but never cold. Surrounded by a carefully selected ensemble, he explores compositional and harmonic territory that rewards close listening. This is sophisticated, listening-focused jazz for those who appreciate musicians interested in pushing boundaries within tradition. A valuable document of Konitz's musical thinking from the late 1970s.

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