With his alto sound soaring over a sax trio format on “For All We Know,” Jim Snidero demonstrates why he is a critical link in the alto saxophone lineage. Snidero pares down the soundscape to its essence, utilizing a set of standards to illuminate a rare combination of virtuosity, musicality and depth along with jazz masters Peter Washington-bass and Joe Farnsworth-drums. With a tone quality that’s second to none — Stereophile cited his sound as “one of the richest and purest on the planet” — Jim Snidero has showcased an enviable resonance in myriad contexts over the better part of the past four decades and 25 previous releases. Now, placing himself in the most exposed setting he’s ever inhabited, Snidero reaches the apex on the alto saxophone.

JIM SNIDERO, alto saxophone • Peter Washington, bass • Joe Farnsworth, drums

TRACKS: For All We Know • Naima • Love for Sale • Blackberry Winter • Parker’s Mood • Willow Weep for Me • My Funny Valentine • You Go to My Head

 Parker's Mood

 Naima

 For All We Know