The emphasis is on the blues and very basic chord changes on this relaxed jam session. With trombonist
Bennie Green leading an octet that also includes the tenors of
Gene Ammons and
Frank Foster, trumpeter
Nat Adderley,
Frank Wess on tenor and flute and a rhythm section led by pianist
Tommy Flanagan, everyone has plenty of opportunities to solo. Due to the similarity of the material plus three alternate takes that have been added to augment the original program, it is advisable to listen to this CD in small doses.