The Charles Tyler Ensemble

Featuring Joel Friedman (cello), Grimes (bass), Ronald Jackson (drums), Charles Moffet (orchestra vibes). Recorded 2/4/66 in Indianapolis. Charles Tyler, from Albert Ayler's band, makes a startling statement on his debut solo record. His group, featuring an unusual instrumentation of cello, bass, drums, orchestra vibes, and saxophone, plays through his original compositions and showcases some heated solos. Although primarily known as a baritone sax player, Charles Tyler is featured on alto sax, yet his sound and concept are fully evident on this record. The session is rich with imagination, and added to the dimension of musicians who would become the roster of ESP-Disk. Remastered CD in digipack format.