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The Legacy of Billy Strayhorn, part III: Such Sweet Thunder and The Far East Suite
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This is the third installment of Strayhorn interpretations with modern jazz takes on Strayhorn compositions. "Satin Doll," "UMMG," "Star Crossed Lovers," "Ishfahan," "Ballad for Very Tired and Very Sad Lotus Eaters" and "The Intimacy of the Blues" are among the featured songs written by Billy Strayhorn.
Musicians include Wes Montgomery, Branford Marsalis, Ryan Keberle, Pepper Adams, Grace Kelly, Phil Woods, WDR Big Band, Dayna Stephens, and Wycliffe Gordon.
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