This modal style was an ingenious concept that required great musicians. That didn't prove to be a problem as Miles was always surrounded by great musicians who enabled him to execute his visions. These sessions were no exception. The sextet for this album was Miles on trumpet, Julian 'Cannonball' Adderly on alto sax, John Coltrane on tenor sax, Bill Evans on piano, Paul Chambers on bass and James Cobb on drums. This is now a jazz standard that continues to inspire young players.
Miles playing achieves a piercing precision here.
The remaining three tracks continue with great verve. This spontaneous jazz became a landmark. Coltrane and Adderly provide a remarkable impetus to scaling new heights. They sustain the mood with great skill. Paul Chambers and James Cobb lend a splendid rhythm backdrop to the music.