Random Abstract


Random Abstract is a jazz album by saxophonist Branford Marsalis recorded August 12–13, 1987, at Sound City Studios in Tokyo, Japan. It peaked at number 6 on the Top Jazz Albums chart. It was nominated for two Grammy Awards in 1988, Best Jazz Instrumental Performance, Soloist and Best Jazz Instrumental Performance, Group.
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow states, "Branford Marsalis and his 1987 quartet... stretch out on a wide repertoire during this generally fascinating set. Very much a chameleon for the date, Marsalis does close impressions of Wayne Shorter, John Coltrane, Ben Webster, Ornette Coleman, and Jan Garbarek. This is one of Branford Marsalis' most interesting recordings."

Track listing

  1. "Yes and No" - 6:46
  2. "Crescent City" - 11:05
  3. "Broadway Fools" - 9;56
  4. "Lonjellis" - 8:13
  5. "I Thought About You" - 5:42
  6. "Lonely Woman" - 16:25
  7. "Steep's Theme" - 0:34
  8. "Yesterdays" - 11:03
  9. "Crepuscule with Nellie" - 4:20
Tracks 8 & 9 on CD only.

Personnel

Production