Constellations (Dave Douglas album)

Constellations is a studio album by trumpeter and composer Dave Douglas, released in 1996 on the HatHut Records label. The album features Douglas leading a sextet consisting of Chris Speed (tenor saxophone, clarinet), Joshua Roseman (trombone), Mark Feldman (violin), Erik Friedlander (cello), and Drew Gress (bass).

The music on Constellations is characterized by its intricate arrangements, improvisational interplay, and a blending of jazz idioms with elements of classical music and avant-garde sensibilities. Douglas's compositions often feature complex harmonies and unconventional rhythmic patterns, creating a sound that is both challenging and rewarding for the listener. The instrumentation, a somewhat unusual combination of brass, strings, and saxophone/clarinet, contributes to the album's unique sonic texture.

The album received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to jazz composition and improvisation, solidifying Douglas's reputation as a leading figure in the contemporary jazz scene.