Live at Sweet Basil is a live album by saxophonist Steve Lacy's Sextet, which was recorded in New York in 1991 and first released on the RCA Novus label in 1992.[1][2]

Live at Sweet Basil
Live album by Steve Lacy Sextet
Released	1992
Recorded	July 6 & 7, 1991
Venue	Sweet Basil, NYC
Genre	Jazz
Length	69:01
Label	RCA Novus PD90647
Producer	John Snyder
Steve Lacy chronology
Remains (1991) Live at Sweet Basil (1992) Spirit of Mingus (1992)

Reception

Professional ratings

Review scores
Source	Rating
Allmusic	[3]

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow stated "This live set is an excellent example of the group's unique music performed live. The versions of Lacy's five scalar originals are each at least ten minutes long and find the musicians playing with enthusiasm and consistent creativity. Their relaxed but adventurous solo and ensemble work make this a set worth several listens".[3]

Track listing

All compositions by Steve Lacy with lyrics as noted

1. "Prospectus" (words by Blaise Cendrars) – 10:48
2. "The Bath" – 12:38
3. "Morning Joy" (words by Bob Kaufman) – 16:11
4. "The Wane" – 14:55
5. "Blinks" – 14:29

Personnel

• Steve Lacy – soprano saxophone
• Steve Potts – alto saxophone, soprano saxophone
• Bobby Few – piano
• Irene Aebi – violin, voice
• Jean-Jacques Avenel – bass
• John Betsch – drums

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