Jazz Baltica '92 Live At The Kiel Opera (1993)

"This is a relatively little known album recorded live by a large assembly of Jazz musicians from several countries situated around the Baltic Sea, called JazzBaltica Ensemble, directed by American saxophonist / composer David Murray. The ensemble included some of the absolutely top-notch Jazz players from the Baltic countries. Another American taking part in the ensemble is tuba player Howard Johnson. The music is a wonderful example of a Big Band setting, which allows for a series of expanded improvisations by all the participants, either individually or in small groups, accompanied by the entire ensemble. Although clear melodic themes are stated periodically, most of the music is freely improvised and allows for a large degree of individual expression. The solos are all exceptional, which is not surprising considering the incredible level of the musicians involved." (Polish-Jazz).