Triology is the sixth studio album by American jazz saxophonist Kenny Garrett, released by Warner Bros. Records in 1995. It features a trio setting with Garrett on alto saxophone, either Charnett Moffett or Kiyoshi Kitagawa on bass, and Brian Blade on drums.
The album was made in dedication to saxophonists Sonny Rollins and Joe Henderson.
Reception
The AllMusic review stated, "The trio format forces the enterprising saxophonist to create all the harmonic and melodic tension by himself. And with his tart throaty tone, cutting attack, bluesy contours and harmonic fluidity, Garrett is more than able to sustain interest." Steve Wyzard of Jazz Music Archives was positive of the album: "Triology does without the melodic 'oomph' of keyboards, guitar, or another horn. ... There are no weak links and no showing off, nor is there any hint of 'hushed reverence'. Triology is the work of a true virtuoso who knows who he is, and where he wants to go."
Track listing
Personnel Musicians
Kenny Garrett – alto saxophone Charnett Moffett (2, 4, 7), Kiyoshi Kitagawa (1, 3, 5, 6, 8–10) – double bass Brian Blade – drums
Technical
Matt Pierson – executive producer Donald Brown – producer Bibi Green – production coordinator Robin Burgess – management Eric Calvi – recording engineer Dan Wojanar – assistant recording engineer James Farber – mixing Robin Lynch – art direction Lisa Peardon – photography Emilio Lyons – saxophone technician
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