Time Is of the Essence

Time Is of the Essence
Studio album by Michael Brecker
Released	October 1999
Recorded	1999
Studio	Avatar Studios and Right Track Recording (New York City)
Genre	Jazz
Length	69:31
Label	Verve
Producer	George Whitty
Michael Brecker chronology
Two Blocks from the Edge (1998) Time Is of the Essence (1999) Nearness of You: The Ballad Book (2001)

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Allmusic	[1]
The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings	[2]

Time Is of the Essence is Michael Brecker's sixth album as a leader. It was recorded at the Power Station and Right Track in New York City. The record is notable for guitarist Pat Metheny’s strong presence and three outstanding drummers- Jeff “Tain” Watts, Bill Stewart and the legendary Elvin Jones- who each play on separate tracks.