A reissue of Don Cherrys Relatively Suite, originally released in 1973. Finally, available again on vinyl. Recorded with the Jazz Composers Orchestra. At this time, Cherry was becoming increasingly interested in Middle Eastern and traditional African and Indian music, having traveled extensively and studied with Indian musician, Vasant Rai. This suite of songs was particularly influenced by the Indian Carnatic singing tradition, as can be heard from the very opening moments of the album. Featuring Carla Bley on piano, Charlie Haden on bass, and Ed Blackwell on drums, as well as an extended horn and string section, Cherry collaborated extensively with the Jazz Composers Orchestra throughout the early 70s.

Label: Klimt Records

UPC: 889397108212

PERSONNEL:

• Don Cherry trumpet, vocal
• Frank Lowe tenor sax
• Carlos Ward alto sax
• Charlie Haden bass
• Carla Blay piano
• Ed Blackwell drums

Recorded in New York, February 14, 1973

TRACKS:

• SIDE A
• 01. Tantra
• 02. Mali Doussngouni
• 03. Desireless

• SIDE B
• 01. The Queen Of Tung-Ting Lake
• 02. Trans-Love Airways
• 03. Infinite Gentleness
• 04. March Of The Hobbits