Live in Zurich (World Saxophone Quartet album)


Live in Zurich is an album by the jazz group the World Saxophone Quartet recorded in 1981 and released on the Italian Black Saint label.
The album features live performances by Hamiet Bluiett, Julius Hemphill, Oliver Lake and David Murray recorded in Zurich on November 6, 1981. The album features Julius Hemphill's compositions almost exclusively apart from opening and closing versions of the 'WSQ theme', "Hattie Wall".

Reception

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow awarded the album 4½ stars, stating, "By 1981, after four years of existence, it was obvious that the most talented writer in the World Saxophone Quartet was altoist Julius Hemphill. This Black Saint release finds Hemphill contributing six of the eight pieces, including the hard-swinging "Bordertown," the colorful "Steppin" and a vivid feature for David Murray's tenor on "My First Winter." A particularly strong release by a classic and innovative group.".

Track listing

  1. "Hattie Wall" – 1:40
  2. "Funny Paper" – 4:45
  3. "Touchic" – 5:21
  4. "My First Winter" – 6:54
  5. "Bordertown" – 7:30
  6. "Steppin'" – 7:15
  7. "Stick" – 5:18
  8. "Hattie Wall" – 1:30

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