The Germany-based sextet is probably most well known as representing the baby steps of composer/academician Peter Michael Hamel, who has made a name for himself with his extended organ and keyboard works. However this music bears so little resemblance to his solo material that it really can't be called his own project. (HameI composed one-third of this 1974 album.) In fact he has insinuated himself into the group quite anonymously. What makes Between so unique is the cross-fertilization of musicians from different backgrounds that is encapsulated in the group. In addition to Hamel, there is the orchestral wind player Eliscu; an American hand drum specialist, Cotch Black; along with string player, Roberto D'etree. Two guests round out the ensemble on electronics and percussion. Absent are bass and kit drums.