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People often have certain expectations when they are familiar with an artist's music.
Straying too far from the original work invites criticism, as does staying too close. Yet, when done correctly, playing the music of another artist can call attention to a performer whose work otherwise might not have received the proper recognition. The tribute album reminds us that great music is open to more than one interpretation. Most importantly in jazz, tributes help the music build its repertoire. These two albums make a strong case for adding tenor saxophonist Joe Henderson to the list of jazz composers whose songs stand up to reexamination by other artists.