Commissioned works dealing with contemporary social and spiritual concerns, all performed by the baritone, Thomas Buckner. Works written by: Jon Gibson, Annea Lockwood, Leroy Jenkins, Brian Smith, and Robert Ashley. Personnel: Thomas Buckner - baritone; Stefani Starin - flute, alto flute, khaen; Jon Gibson - soprano saxophone; Leroy Jenkins, viola; Joseph Kubera - piano; Bill Ruyle - percussion.