A Quiet Place in the Universe

by Scott YanowThis loose concert performance (reissued on CD with two extra selections) is largely a waste. The nearly 19-minute "I Pharoah" is mostly a chant/recitation by Sun Ra that quickly becomes tedious. Pat Patrick's alto feature on a much briefer "I'll Never Be the Same" is okay as is the closing "Space Is the Place" but "Images" is a rather dull duet by French hornist Vincent Chancey and Ra on organ while "Love in Outer Space" is mostly a drum showcase. There are many better Sun Ra albums currently available so skip this one.