Michael Dease’s Found in Space: The Music of Gregg Hill is an impressive tribute to Hill’s compositions, blending a rich mixture of jazz traditions with modern flair. Dease’s trombone leads an extraordinary ensemble through a set of intricate pieces that playfully navigate between varying time signatures, showcasing both technical mastery and emotional depth. Each musician contributes uniquely, with standout performances from Rudresh Mahanthappa on alto sax, Jason Hainsworth on tenor sax, Matt White on trumpet, Bill Cunliffe on piano, Collen Clark on drums, Virginia MacDonald on clarinet, Sharel Cassity on flute, Gwendolyn Dease on percussion and Katie Thiroux on bass, making this album a cosmic journey through Hill’s inventive soundscapes.