What we have here are some classic Mingus compositions filled-out and arranged for large (11 pieces) jazz ensemble, another brilliant version of Ellington's "Mood Indigo," and a Mingus piano solo version of Eubie Blake's "Memories of You." Many of the pieces are retitled here, but Mingus fans will immediately recognize "Good-Bye, Porkpie Hat" and "Haiitian Fight Song" without being cued. All arrangements are by Mingus himself, who also plays bass on 7 of the 9 takes here. This is probably NOT a good introduction to Mingus, but those who are familiar with his work will be grateful for these versions of tunes in a more "full-dimensional" approach. The version of "Haiitian Fight Song" in particular is a "killer." It's just rock-'em, sock-'em, no-holds-barred Mingus! The powerful, up- tempo tunes emerge stronger, the softer, slower ones more delicate from these arrangements. For Mingus fans only, but not to be missed if you are one!