It was a crisp autumn evening in 1993, and the city was alive with the sounds of jazz music. Joshua Redman, a young and talented saxophonist, had just released his album "Wish" to critical acclaim. The album, which featured a mix of original compositions and jazz standards, showcased Redman's unique blend of traditional and modern jazz.

Tracklist

Charlie Haden (Bass): A master of deep, melodic pulse and a frequent collaborator of Ornette Coleman.

Years later, the album "Wish" would be remembered as a landmark recording in Redman's career, a testament to his skill and creativity as a musician. And for those who had been lucky enough to experience it live, the memory of that magical night in 1993 would stay with them forever.

As the night wore on, the quartet delved deeper into the album, playing tracks like "Be My Valentine" and "Ugetsu". The music was a journey through different moods and emotions, from the melancholic to the exuberant.

, widely regarded as the record that cemented his status as a leading voice in contemporary jazz. Following his self-titled debut earlier that same year,

Production & Sound

Engineered by James Farber at Power Station (NYC) and produced by Redman himself, Wish captures an ideal “in the room” sound: warm, transparent, with just enough air. The CD and later lossless digital transfers reveal Blade’s cymbal shimmer, McBride’s woody attack, and Redman’s reed texture in vivid detail — exactly the kind of recording audiophiles seek in FLAC format.