The great tenor saxophonist
Johnny Griffin is heard in top form on this near-classic quartet set. Assisted by pianist
Sonny Clark, bassist
Paul Chambers, and drummer
Kenny Dennis,
Griffin is exuberant on "The Congregation" (which is reminiscent of
Horace Silver's "The Preacher"), thoughtful on the ballads, and swinging throughout. It's recommended for bop collectors. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide