Search - Melba Liston :: Her Bones

An unsung hero of the trombone in a rare leader outing

Henry S. Brent | Marietta, GA USA | 03/05/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Sure, there were female trombone players before Melba Liston-- just look at the "all women" bands of the swing era-- but there were no Modern, harmonically savvy, players who became A-list player/composers like Melba did. Featured in the Quincy Jones Big Band in the late 50's-early 60's, Melba was a killer player whose tone was fantastic and her solo inventions were the envy of all her peers. This album puts her in the company she deserves-- some of the best bone players of the day-- in a rare 60's session that really swings. Highly recommended."