Tetragon (album)

Tetragon
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Studio album by Joe Henderson
Released	1968
Recorded	September 27, 1967 (#4, 6-7) May 16, 1968 (#1-3, 5) Plaza Sound Studios, New York City
Genre	Jazz, Post-Bop
Length	40:58
Label	Milestone MSP 9017
Producer	Orrin Keepnews
Joe Henderson chronology
The Kicker (1967)The Kicker1967 Tetragon (1968) Four (1968)Four1968

Professional ratings
Review scores
Source	Rating
Allmusic
Jazz.com	91/100
The Rolling Stone Jazz Record Guide

Tetragon is the second album by jazz saxophonist Joe Henderson released on the Milestone label. It was recorded on September 27, 1967 and May 16, 1968 and features performances by Henderson with Don Friedman, Jack DeJohnette, Kenny Barron, Ron Carter and Louis Hayes. The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow states that "Highlights of this album include the title track, "I've Got You Under My Skin" and "Invitation."".

Track listing

All compositions by Joe Henderson except as indicated

1. "Invitation" (Kaper, Webster) - 6:18
2. "R.J." (Carter) - 5:38
3. "The Bead Game" (Henderson, Konitz) - 8:39
4. "Tetragon" - 5:40
5. "Waltz for Zweetie" (Bishop) - 4:29
6. "First Trip" (Carter) - 5:15
7. "I've Got You Under My Skin" (Porter) - 4:59

Personnel

• Joe Henderson: tenor saxophone
• Kenny Barron: piano (tracks 4, 6 & 7)
• Ron Carter: bass
• Louis Hayes: drums (tracks 4, 6 & 7)
• Don Friedman: piano (tracks 1-3 & 5)
• Jack DeJohnette: drums (tracks 1-3 & 5)