STEVE LACY — The Straight Horn of Steve Lacy (1962-1987) FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

Some of soprano saxophonist Steve Lacy's most interesting recordings are his earliest ones. After spending periods of time playing with Dixieland groups and then with Cecil Taylor (which was quite a jump), Lacy made several recordings that displayed his love of Thelonious Monk's music plus his varied experiences. On this particular set, Lacy's soprano contrasts well with Charles Davis' baritone (they are backed by bassist John Ore and drummer Roy Haynes) on three of the most difficult Monk tunes ("Introspection," "Played Twice," and "Criss Cross") plus two Cecil Taylor compositions and Charlie Parker's "Donna Lee." Scott Yanow

Tracklist :
1.    Louise 5:16
Written-By – Cecil Taylor
2.    Introspection 5:20
Written-By – Thelonious Monk
3.    Donna Lee 7:41
Written-By – Charlie Parker
4.    Played Twice 5:44
Written-By – Thelonious Monk
5.    Air 6:27
Written-By – Cecil Taylor
6.    Criss Cross 5:37
Written-By – Thelonious Monk
Credits :
Baritone Saxophone – Charles Davis 
Bass – John Ore
Drums – Roy Haynes
Soprano Saxophone – Steve Lacy