Zodiac Suite

Smithsonian Folkways proudly celebrated the 50th anniversary of the original Asch Records release of Mary Lou Williams' work, Zodiac Suite. Performing solo and accompanied by bassist Al Lucas and drummer Jack Parker, Williams crafted these pieces as a series of dedications to fellow musicians born under each astrological sign. This 12-part interpretation of the zodiac was crafted so each movement comprises a set of jazz tone poems. Six alternate takes, mastered from the original acetates, are featured on this reissue. "Irresistible themes...blending sophistication and intimacy." —DownBeat

Track Listing

101	Aries	Mary Lou Williams	01:51
102	Taurus	Mary Lou Williams	02:35
103	Gemini	Mary Lou Williams	02:12
104	Cancer	Mary Lou Williams	02:34
105	Leo	Mary Lou Williams	01:45
106	Virgo	Mary Lou Williams	02:29
107	Libra	Mary Lou Williams	02:11
108	Scorpio	Mary Lou Williams	03:04
109	Sagittarius	Mary Lou Williams	01:52
110	Capricorn	Mary Lou Williams	02:41
111	Aquarius	Mary Lou Williams	03:40
112	Pisces	Mary Lou Williams	02:34
113	Aries	Mary Lou Williams	02:19
114	Cancer	Mary Lou Williams	02:38
115	Virgo	Mary Lou Williams	02:47
116	Scorpio	Mary Lou Williams	03:12
117	Aquarius	Mary Lou Williams	02:40