Ches Smith Path of Seven Colors (Pyroclastic) Drummer-composer Smith, who has immersed himself in Haitian vodou music for nearly two decades, delivers a sublime magnum opus. Seven Colors blends traditional songs — sung in earthy call-and-response by four Haitian vocalist-percussionists — with jazz compositions and solos. Pianist Matt Mitchell and alto saxophonist Miguel Zenón not only contribute stirring work, but...
