One of the most distinctive voices in sixties jazz finally gets his due.
That’s a big statement. But when you consider how much was happening from 1963 to 1966, the years covered by this collection, and contemplate how many different looks he provided through that time period, you can’t ignore his significance as a saxophonist and as someone central to the music’s development.
In fact, not long ago, one critic compiled a list of the Top 50 Blue Note albums of all time. Joe Henderson led two: Page One and Mode for Joe. Those contributions are here, as are two dates led by

Kenny Dorham
trumpet1924 - 1972