It is strange that this album was not released until the CD came out in 1990, for tenor saxophonist
Zoot Sims and pianist
Jimmy Rowles' tribute to
Billie Holiday is melodic, tasteful, and largely memorable. Together with bassist
George Mraz and drummer
Jackie Williams back in 1978, they perform 11 songs associated with
Holiday, including quite a few that would have been lost in obscurity if
Lady Day had not uplifted them with her recordings. Highlights include "Easy Living," "Some Other Spring," "I Cried for You," "Body and Soul," and "You're My Thrill." A lyrical and heartfelt tribute. ~ Scott Yanow