Rahsaan Roland KIRK - Domino 1962

Rahsaan Roland KIRK - Domino 1962

Jazz

The expanding musical universe of Rahsaan Roland Kirk continues its orbit on Domino. While always true to his exceptional talents, Kirk's previous efforts are somewhat derivative when compared to his later and more aggressive sound. On Domino, the genesis of his more assertive presence is thoroughly evident. Additionally, this disc features several impressive originals, as well as the most distinctly branded cover tunes to date, including the intense bop of the title track. As evidenced throughout the album, Kirk's compositions are becoming denser and more involved. "Meeting on Termini's Corner" -- an ode to the legendary Five Spot club -- mimics the off-kilter rhythms of Thelonious Monk. The tenor sax solo that rises through his multi-instrumentation is stunning. The contrast between the lilting flute work, which bookends "Domino," and the stirring tenor sax solo at the center is yet again indicative of the boundaries Kirk would be approaching. However, it's the Latin-tinged "Rolando" that might best display the unmistakably singular sound that comes from the stritch -- a Kirk modified second generation B flat soprano sax -- and the tenor sax, when performed simultaneously. The warmth and clarity are at once unique and hypnotic. Another prime example of the multiplicity in Kirk's performance styles can be heard on "I Believe in You." The juxtaposition of the husky tenor with the spry manzello provides a false sense of balance as Kirk delays combining the two until the final chorus. This produces a surprising and memorable effect, as Kirk's arrangement does not anticipate the finale. Domino was the first album to feature Kirk's live band of Haynes, Andrew Hill (celeste/piano), and Henry Duncan (percussion) on several tracks.
By Lindsay Planer, All Music Guide.
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Vernon Martin- Bass
Henry Duncan , Roy Hayes- Drums -
Andrew Hill , Herbie Hancock , Wynton Kelly- Piano 
Roland Kirk- Tenor Sax, Saxophone [Manzello, Stritch], Flute, Flute [Nose Flute], Whistle [Siren Wistle], Voice 
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A1. Domino 
A2. Meeting On Termini's Corner 
A3. Time 
A4. Lament 
A5. A Stritch In Time 
B1. 3-In-1 Without The Oil 
B2. Get Out Of Town 
B3. Rolando 
B4. I Believe In You 
B5. E.D.
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