Murray's Steps is an album by David Murray released on the Italian Black Saint label in 1982. It feature his Octet consisting of Murray, Henry Threadgill, Bobby Bradford, Lawrence "Butch" Morris, Craig Harris, Curtis Clark, Wilber Morris and Steve McCall.[1]

Murray's Steps
Studio album by David Murray Octet
Released	1982
Recorded	July 14, 15 & 19 1982
Genre	Jazz
Length	39:45
Label	Black Saint
Producer	Giancarlo Barigozzi
David Murray Octet chronology
Home (1982) Murray's Steps (1982) Morning Song (1982)

Reception

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow awarded the album 5 stars, stating, "The octet is perfect for David Murray as an outlet for his writing, a showcase for his compositions, and an inspiring vehicle for his tenor and bass clarinet solos. For the third octet album (all are highly recommended), Murray meets up with quite a talented group of individuals: altoist Henry Threadgill, trumpeter Bobby Bradford, cornetist Butch Morris, trombonist Craig Harris, pianist Curtis Clark, bassist Wilber Morris, and drummer Steve McCall. Their interpretations of four of Murray's originals – "Murray's Steps," "Sweet Lovely," "Sing Song," and "Flowers for Albert"—are emotional, adventurous, and exquisite (sometimes all three at the same time).".[2]

Professional ratings

Review scores
Source	Rating
Allmusic	[2]
The Rolling Stone Jazz Record Guide	[3]
The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings	[4]

Track listing

1. "Murray's Steps" – 12:25
2. "Sweet Lovely" – 8:00
3. "Sing Song" – 9:40
4. "Flowers for Albert" – 9:40

All compositions by David Murray

• Recorded at Barigozzi Studios, Milano, July 14, 15 & 19,1982

Personnel

• David Murray – tenor saxophone, bass clarinet
• Henry Threadgill – alto saxophone
• Bobby Bradford – trumpet
• Lawrence "Butch" Morris – cornet
• Craig Harris – trombone
• Curtis Clark – piano
• Wilber Morris – bass
• Steve McCall – drums

References