Chris Potter - Concentric Circles (1994)

Only 23 at the time of this Concord CD, Chris Potter shows a great deal of originality in his explorative styles on alto and soprano, while on tenor he alternates between sounding like John Coltrane (his "Dusk" is not all that different than "Naima") and Dewey Redman. All but two songs on this set are his originals and on some pieces Potter utilizes some overdubbing. Essentially a quintet session, this CD also contains some fine chance-taking solos from pianist Kenny Werner and guitarist John Hart, with the music ranging from modal to free bop.

Tracks:

01. El Morocco
02. Klee
03. Blues In Concentric Circles
04 .Dusk
05. Lonley Moon
06. You And The Night And The Music
07. Mortal Coils
08. n A Sentimental Mood
09. Aurora

Personnel:

Chris Potter - soprano, alto & tenor saxophones, alto flute, bass clarinet
Kenny Werner - piano
John Hart - guitar
Scott Colley - bass
Bill Stewart - drums