Abrams's 1987 outing "Colors in Thirty-Third" is a challenging, often dissonant session that pushes the boundaries of jazz expression. The album features a core quintet navigating complex compositions with ferocious energy.
- The album was recorded in Milan, Italy, during a period of intense international touring for Abrams.
- "Colors in Thirty-Third" was the third release on the Black Saint label to feature Abrams in a quintet format.
- Contemporary reviews noted the recording's dense arrangements and demanding improvisational passages.
Muhal Richard Abrams is a Chicago-founded pianist, composer, and bandleader associated with the AACM and avant-garde jazz. He was a prolific recording artist for the Black Saint label in the 1980s.
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