The Blues Minus You

Mal Waldron, fabled pianist and accompanist to Billie Holiday, has put together a marvelous album of original blues for all players. Utilizing a crack jazz trio, he runs the gamut of blues stylings. Features fabled soloist Ed Xiques, who has toured with Liza Minnelli, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett and more. Come join a master in a session of true blues. Includes a high-quality printed music book with parts for C, B-flat, E-flat and Bass Clef instruments and a compact disc featuring complete versions as well as accompaniments to each piece.

Performed by Ed Xiques, baritone, tenor, alto and soprano saxophone; flute

Accompaniment: Mal Waldron, piano; Wendell Marshall, bass; Charles Perry, drums