Trombonist
J.J. Johnson, 64 at the time of
Quintergy, is heard in top form on this Live at the Village Vanguard set. His quintet, which includes
Ralph Moore on tenor and soprano, pianist
Stanley Cowell, bassist
Rufus Reid and drummer
Victor Lewis, is perfectly suited to interpret the spirited set of advanced bop. Highlights include
Johnson's feature on "You've Changed," "Coppin' the \Bop," "Lament" and his unaccompanied playing on "It's All Right with Me." Excellent music. Another Antilles CD,
Standards, comes from the same sessions. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide