The Rubáiyát Of Dorothy Ashby: Vinyl LP SOVRSAPRIL24SALE C1: Why Do We Try

C1: Why Do We Try featuring Stokley

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and second lines) with modern lyrics

” as well innovative tracks like “Moon Rappin’” and “Oblighetto

The Rubáiyát Of Dorothy Ashby: Vinyl LP SOVRSAPRIL24SALE C1: Why Do We TryReleased on the Cadet label in 1970, this albums wondrous mix of spiritual and funky jazz and unique instrumentation defy categorization. Harpist Ashby adds the koto, a 13 stringed Japanese instrument to her arsenal, and her long time arranger Richard Evans blends flutes, vibraphone, oboe, kalimba and Ashbys own vocals into a singular and soul affirming set. This Verve By Request title is pressed on 180 gram vinyl at Third Man in Detroit.