This 1997 release captures Eric Dolphy's quartet at New York's Five Spot in 1961, showcasing his adventurous improvisational style. The album features unreleased material from the legendary engagement.
- The album was recorded live at the Five Spot Cafe in New York City on September 6, 1961. The recording captures Dolphy alongside trumpeter Booker Little, pianist Jaki Byard, and drummer Ed Blackwell. It was originally released on the Prestige label in 1997, long after Dolphy's death.
- The engagement at the Five Spot was one of the few occasions Dolphy recorded extensively with trumpeter Booker Little. Their interplay is a key feature of the album's sound.
- This live set is often cited as a prime example of Dolphy's unique approach to improvisation, blending bebop dexterity with free jazz exploration.
Eric Dolphy was an American jazz saxophonist, flautist, and composer. He was a prominent figure in the avant-garde jazz movement of the 1960s.
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