The music for this trio is written by Shelton, some pieces use the melodic and rhythmic material in a more traditional head format while in others the parts are interchangeable and can be explored extensively by each player, with parts being rearranged simultaneously to create new harmonic relationships. The music covers a lot of ground from compositional rearrangement to high-energy freedom.

Kotheimer and Ospovat push “One Last Thing” with a driving, pulsing beat that moves in flux, stretching the rhythm allowing Shelton’s alto free rein to skim effortlessly above.- Robert Iannapollo, Cadence

Shelton, Kotheimer and Ospovat comprise a trio of utmost conviction.
- Clifford Allen, Paris Transatlantic

The opening "The Way" recalls early Ornette Coleman with Shelton and Ospovat playing the simple melody repeatedly until the song opens into its improvisational phase. What impresses here is the equality of force—the saxophone, drums and bass share equally in the sound mix. Every minute gesture of Ospovat is heard, and he is equally responsible for the melody.- Mark Corroto, AAJ

Ton Trio's first album "The Way" is now available directly through Singlespeed Music.
It's also available as a download through the iTunes music store.

• The Way reviewed at AllAbout Jazz.
• The Way reviewed at Paris Transatlantic

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