The 1980 album "Contrasts" features Rivers in a classic quartet setting, showcasing his adventurous spirit within a structured framework. This release captures a mature Rivers engaging with both bebop traditions and his own exploratory tendencies.
- "Contrasts" was recorded in March 1979 at Oslo's Talent Studio with producer Manfred Eicher.
- The album features Rivers on tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone, and piano, accompanied by Dave Holland on bass, Anthony Braxton on alto saxophone and clarinet, and Barry Altschul on drums.
- All compositions on the album are by Sam Rivers.
Sam Rivers is a jazz musician, primarily known for his work in the avant-garde and hard bop scenes. In 1980, he was an established figure in jazz, exploring a range of styles from his earlier Blue Note work to his more recent explorations on ECM.
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