Altena, Maarten Quartet – “Rondedans” – [Claxon Records]

humana   7/4/2015   12-inch, Jazz

This is a gem from Amsterdam and contrabassist/composer Altena. The oboe of Maud Sauer shines through. The music is sometimes classical, but primarily like experimental jazz. The jaunty, happy feeling is especially found on Side B. These songs were recorded in 1984 in Bach Hall, Amsterdam.