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Tetragon is the seventh album by jazz saxophonist Joe Henderson, and his second to be released on the Milestone label. It was recorded on September 27, 1967 and May 16, 1968 and features performances by Henderson with two different quartets, both with bassist Ron Carter, one with pianist Don Friedman and drummer Jack DeJohnette, the other with pianist Kenny Barron and drummer Louis Hayes.

Track listing:
“Invitation” (Bronislaw Kaper, Paul Francis Webster) – 6:18
“R.J.” (Ron Carter) – 5:38
“The Bead Game” (Joe Henderson) – 8:39
“Tetragon” (Joe Henderson) – 5:40
“Waltz for Zweetie” (Walter Bishop, Jr.) – 4:29
“First Trip” (Ron Carter) – 5:15
“I’ve Got You Under My Skin” (Cole Porter) – 4:59

Personnel:
Joe Henderson – tenor saxophone
Ron Carter – bass
On tracks 1-3 & 5

Don Friedman – piano
Jack DeJohnette – drums
On tracks 4, 6 & 7

Kenny Barron – piano
Louis Hayes – drums

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Released: 1968
Recorded: September 27, 1967 (#4, 6-7)
May 16, 1968 (#1-3, 5)
Studio: Plaza Sound Studios, New York City
Length: 40:58
Label: Milestone
MSP 9017
Producer Orrin Keepnews