Segments is a jazz album by pianist Geri Allen, bassist Charlie Haden and drummer Paul Motian recorded in 1989 and released on the Japanese DIW label.Geri Allen catalog, accessed June 30, 2014
Reception
AllMusic awarded the album 4 stars, stating, "At the time, the trio performed and recorded frequently, and the collaborative energy they shared is palpable on this album".Phares, H., AllMusic Review accessed July 4, 2021 The Penguin Guide to Jazz praised the contribution of all members of the trio, and added that "Allen can't entirely claim ownership".
Track listing All compositions by Paul Motian except as indicated "Law Years" (Ornette Coleman) – 5:46 "You'll Never Know" (Harry Warren) – 5:00 "Marmaduke" (Charlie Parker) – 4:42 "Cabala/Drum Music" – 7:39 "Home" – 1:30 "I'm All Smiles" (Michael Leonard) – 6:02 "Segment" (Parker) – 4:26 "La Pasionara" (Charlie Haden) – 9:25 "Rain" (Geri Allen) – 3:35
Personnel Geri Allen – piano Charlie Haden – bass Paul Motian – drums
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