At the Village Vanguard


At the Village Vanguard is a live album by jazz drummer Paul Motian recorded at the Village Vanguard and originally released on the German JMT label. Recorded in 1995 it features performances by Motian with Bill Frisell and Joe Lovano. The album was rereleased on the Winter & Winter label in 2005.

Reception

The Allmusic review by Thom Jurek awarded the album 3½ stars, stating: "This is a prime Motian date, not to be missed this time around".

Track listing

All compositions by Paul Motian except as indicated
  1. "You Took the Words Right Out of My Heart" - 7:58
  2. "Abacus" - 9:38
  3. "Folk Song for Rosie" - 10:19
  4. "The Owl of Cranston" - 8:30
  5. "5 Miles to Wrentham" - 4:46
  6. "Yahllah" - 14:16
  7. "The Sunflower" - 8:33
  8. "Circle Dance" - 5:04