Songs of Courage

Songs of Courage is an album by saxophonist James Spaulding which was recorded in 1991 and released on the Muse label.

Reception

The AllMusic review by Greg Turner stated "This is a fine recording by an underrecognized saxophone master".

Track listing

All compositions by James Spaulding except where noted

1. "Cabu" (Roland Alexander) – 7:10
2. "Minor Bertha" (Elmo Hope) – 5:51
3. "Judy" (Alexander) – 5:49
4. "Autumn Leaves" (Joseph Kosma, Johnny Mercer, Jacques Prévert) – 6:54
5. "Wee" (Denzil Best) – 4:58
6. "Black Market" (Tyrone Jefferson) – 6:24
7. "Uhuru Sasa" – 4:29
8. "Song of Courage" – 6:12
9. "King" (Roland Alexander, Andrew Jenkins) – 8:05

Personnel

• James Spaulding – alto saxophone, flute
• Roland Alexander – tenor saxophone (tracks 1, 2, 6 & 8)
• Tyrone Jefferson – trombone (tracks 1, 6 & 8)
• Kenny Barron – piano
• Ray Drummond – bass
• Louis Hayes – drums

References