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Upon Reflection is a solo album by English saxophonist John Surman recorded in 1979 and released on the ECM label.[1]

Upon Reflection
Studio album by John Surman
Released	1979
Recorded	May 1979
Studio	Talent Studio in Oslo, Norway
Genre	Jazz
Length	45:04
Label	ECM
Producer	Manfred Eicher
John Surman chronology
Sonatinas (1978) Upon Reflection (1979) The Amazing Adventures of Simon Simon (1981)

Reception

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow awarded the album 4½ stars, calling it "an atmospheric solo set that utilizes overdubbing (although leaving space for unaccompanied solo sections)... Fortunately there is enough variety in this generally quiet music to hold one's interest".[2]

Professional ratings

Review scores
Source	Rating
Allmusic	[2]
The Penguin Guide to Jazz	[3]

Track listing

All compositions by John Surman.

1. "Edges of Illusion" – 10:10
2. "Filigree" – 3:41
3. "Caithness to Kerry" – 3:51
4. "Beyond a Shadow" – 6:40
5. "Prelude and Rustic Dance" – 5:14
6. "The Lamplighter" – 6:19
7. "Following Behind" – 1:24
8. "Constellation" – 8:16

Personnel

• John Surman – soprano saxophone, baritone saxophone, bass clarinet, synthesizer

References

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