Chris Byars

The tenor of Chris Byars is nicely paired with the guitar of Pasquale Grasso here – in an album without any piano at all, which allows for even more freeplay between the two instruments! Things still swing nicely – thanks to the work of Ari Roland on bass and Keith Balla on drums – but Byars also penned some great original material that really fits the open spirit of the record – at a level that showcases the strong sense of color that Grasso has on his guitar, and that lean, almost raspy tone that can make Chris a very distinct player on tenor.

PERSONNEL:

• Chris Byars - (tenor saxophone)
• Pasquale Grasso - (guitar)
• Ari Roland - (bass)
• Keith Balla - (drums)

Recorded April 2022

TRACKS:

• 01.Times Square Lights
• 02.Melatonin'
• 03.Look Ahead
• 04.Endure And Remain
• 05.Bopthalmology
• 06.Little Quito
• 07.3D Flat
• 08.Four For Plov
• 09.Blessings For Giacomo
• 10.This Account Is Private