James Moody - Flute 'n the Blues (2021) [Hi-Res]

This fairly rare Lp (which has fortunately been reissued on a Chess CD along with Last Train To Overbrook) features James Moody's septet of 1956, a fine bop-based unit that also includes trumpeter Johnny Coles and pianist Jimmy Boyd. Moody, who had just begun to play flute, is heard on that instrument along with tenor and alto; an added plus are Eddie Jefferson's three vocals (including his alternate lyrics for "Parker's Mood"). The basic material (mostly standards and blues) are given spirited and swinging treatment by the underrated group.

Tracks:
1.01 - James Moody - Flute 'n the Blues (4:12)
1.02 - James Moody - Birdland Story (2:34)
1.03 - James Moody - It Could Happen to You (2:46)
1.04 - James Moody - I Cover the Waterfront (2:46)
1.05 - James Moody - Body and Soul (4:27)
1.06 - James Moody - Breaking the Blues (3:24)
1.07 - James Moody - Parker's Mood (3:26)
1.08 - James Moody - Easy Living (3:57)
1.09 - James Moody - Boo's Tune (3:46)
1.10 - James Moody - Richard's Blues (4:42)