Hubert Laws - In The Beginning (1974) [2011 CTI Records 40th Anniversary]

This double album features flutist Hubert Laws at his finest. The music ranges from classical-oriented pieces to straight-ahead jazz with touches of '70s funk included in the mix. The supporting cast includes keyboardist Bob James on most tracks, guitarist Gene Bertoncini, bassist Ron Carter, drummer Steve Gadd, three strings, and Hubert's brother Ronnie on tenor (his solo on John Coltrane's "Moment's Notice" is arguably Ronnie's best ever on record). Whether it be works by Satie or Sonny Rollins, this recording is one of the most rewarding of Hubert Laws' career.

Tracks:

01. In The Beginning 6:54
02. Restoration 9:02
03. Gymnopedie #1 3:57
04. Come Ye Disconsolate 5:23
05. Airegin 5:34
06. Moment's Notice 6:59
07. Reconciliation 10:10
08. Mean Lene 15:31

Personnel:

Bass – Ron Carter
Cello – George Ricci
Drums – Steve Gadd
Engineer – Rudy Van Gelder
Flute – Hubert Laws
Guitar – Gene Bertoncini
Percussion – Airto*, Dave Friedman*
Piano – Bob James (tracks: A2, B1 to B3, C1, C2, D1), Clare Fischer (tracks: A1, D1), Rodgers Grant (tracks: D1)
Saxophone [Tenor] – Ronnie Laws
Viola – Emanuel Vardi
Violin – David Nadien