Allmusic reviewer Steve Loewy states "The mood is generally more pensive than to be expected, although fires are lit in a few of the pieces. McPhee shows himself to be a thoughtful, sensitive player, where every note counts and space is just as important... The results are somewhat mixed, though McPhee and Duval fans should find moments of inspiration".[2]
Track listing
All compositions by Joe McPhee, Dominic Duval and Jay Rosen except as indicated
"Points" - 7:21
"The Watermelon Suite Part 1: The Whole" (Duval, McPhee) - 4:41
"The Watermelon Suite Part 2: The Rind" (Duval, McPhee) - 3:11
"The Watermelon Suite Part 3: The Meat" (Duval, McPhee) 7:39
"The Watermelon Suite Part 4: The Seeds" (Duval, McPhee) - 2:28