Hello Goodbye 1992
    Frode Gjerstad (alto saxophone)
    John Stevens (percussion and mini trumpet)
    Derek Bailey (electric guitar)

Barry Witherden wrote about this recording, "Some improv you listen to because it's good for your soul, but this CD is a real pleasure."  One of the best places to jump in and discover these three wonderful musicians.  The music is a unique blend of inspiration, accessible, and challenging.  

Gjerstad worked with Stevens over a 13-year period and Stevens and Bailey had numerous groups dating back to their Spontaneous Music Ensemble days, but this is the first recording of all three together.

Comes with our highest recommendation.

Total time 79:15 minutes -- previously unissued

"The set is brilliant, filled with energy and that particular kind of listening level, interaction and camaraderie you get between Bailey and Stevens on a good evening." -- François Couture

"A good example of the ability of music to cross geographical and cultural lines, this recording deserves a wide circulation, and it should add to the reputations of one of Norway's finest performers." -- Steven Lowey

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If you missed this cd, you might also enjoy listening to:

Live At the Plough (Stevens, Osborne, Rogers)

The Ilya Tree (Greg Kelley, Paul Flaherty, John Voigt, Laurence Cook)