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 (1) Mary Lou Williams	01:51
102	Taurus Mary Lou Williams	02:35
103	Gemini Mary Lou Williams	02:12
104	Cancer (1) Mary Lou Williams	02:34
105	Leo Mary Lou Williams	01:45
106	Virgo (1) Mary Lou Williams	02:29
107	Libra Mary Lou Williams	02:11
108	Scorpio (1) Mary Lou Williams	03:04
109	Sagittarius Mary Lou Williams	01:52
110	Capricorn Mary Lou Williams	02:41
111	Aquarius (1) Mary Lou Williams	03:40
112	Pisces Mary Lou Williams	02:34
113	Aries (2) Mary Lou Williams	02:19
114	Cancer (2) Mary Lou Williams	02:38
115	Virgo (2) Mary Lou Williams	02:47
116	Scorpio (2) Mary Lou Williams	03:12
117	Aquarius (2) Mary Lou Williams	02:40