Woody Shaw – Blackstone Legacy

Woody Shaw – Boo Ann’s Grand

From “Blackstone Legacy” : 1970 : Contemporary 7627/8

Originally issued as a double LP, this 1970 record was trumpeter Woody Shaw’s debut as a leader and was ambitious to say the least.  The music on “Blackstone Legacy” is not easy to classify, and a look at the lineup that Shaw assembled for the session gives a hint at the exciting music within.  Bennie Maupin and Gary Bartz on the saxophones, two bassists:  Ron Carter & Clint Houston and Lenny White on the drums were all players that had experience with the progressive jazz Shaw was looking to put down on wax.  A landmark recording in the realm of modern music, any fan of creative music should give it a listen.

Players:
Woody Shaw – Trumpet
Bennie Maupin – Tenor Sax, Bass Clarinet, Flute
Gary Bartz – Alto & Soprano Sax
George Cables – Electric Piano
Ron Carter – Bass
Clint Houston – Bass
Lenny White – Drums