Thomas Adès references the late style of Billie Holiday as a model for his "Life Story". not being all that familiar with her music (I know, I am ashamed), this came as a bit of a revelation; also because "Life Story" is so often done as a bitter, kind of "bratty" piece. There is real resignation and melancholy in Lady in Satin that I'm curious and eager to pull out of "Life Story".

Arranged By, Conductor - Ray Ellis Bass - Milt Hinton Cello - David Sawyer Concertmaster, Violin - George Ockner Drums - Osie Johnson Guitar - Barry Galbraith Harp - Janet Putnam Percussion - Phil Kraus Piano - Mal Waldron Soprano Vocals - Elise Bretton, Lois, Miriam Workman Trombone - J.J.