Upon Reflection

Upon Reflection
Studio album by John Surman
Released	1979
Recorded	May 1979
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)

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

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]

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

• Recorded at Talent Studio in Oslo, Norway in May 1979

Personnel

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

References

1. ECM discography accessed September 14, 2011
2. Yanow, S. Allmusic Review accessed September 14, 2011