 He learned the conduction techniques from Butch Morris, who was the original conductor of the band.In his review for AllMusic, Steve Loewy states "Some listeners may be reminded of some of Henry Threadgill's non-electric, early group efforts, which combined quirky melodies with non-swinging bursts of flaming brass.Moondoc translates the concept to a larger structure, with his own individual stamp and raucous ensemble writing."