There are some special moments on this set from multi-reedist Bill Easley, who is mostly heard here on clarinet and flute. With support from pianist Mulgrew Miller, bassist Victor Gaskin, and drummer Tony Reedus, Easley performs a particularly memorable set. Among the highlights are "Wind Inventions" (which has Easley overdubbed on a few clarinets and flutes), "Sticking" (a clarinet workout on "After You've Gone"), a rare uptempo version of "Come Sunday," Easley's fine clarinet on "All Too Soon," and a feature for his alto on "Waltz for the Ball," which is dedicated to Cannonball Adderley. Everything works and this date, Bill Easley's first as a leader, still ranks with his very best. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
Bill Easley (Clarinet), Bill Easley (Flute), Bill Easley (Sax (Alto)), Bill Easley (Main Performer), James Williams (Producer), Tony Reedus (Percussion), Tony Reedus (Drums), Victor Gaskin (Bass), Michael MacDonald (Engineer), Mulgrew Miller (Piano), Bob Porter (Liner Notes), A.T. Michael MacDonald (Engineer), Denise McGrath (Assistant Engineer), Francois Zalacain (Producer), Chris Drukker (Design), Art Zimmerman (Photography)
