BLEY,CARLA - Armadillo World Headquarters 1978 (Sealed) (CD)

Carla Bley, live at the Armadillo World Headquarters, Austin, Texas on March 27th 1978. As a founder and leading light of the Jazz Composers Orchestra, as well as being a superb keyboardist, Carla Bley was at the cutting-edge of American jazz in the 1970s. Originally broadcast on WBUR 90.9 FM, this remarkable performance is a vital document of her band on its first North American tour, and features renowned players such as Mike Mantler and Gary Windo. It s presented here together with background notes and images. 1. Radio Introduction 2. 440 3. Isle Of Pene 4. Jesus Maria & Other Spanish Strains 5. Drinking Music 6. Encore (Unknown Title) Featuring; Carla Bley (Piano, Organ) / Mike Mantler (Trumpet) / Gary Windo (Sax) / Alan Braufman (Sax) / John Clark (French Horn) George Lewis (Trombone) / Bob Stewart (Tuba) / Blue Gene Tyranny (Keyboards) / Patty Price (Bass) / Phillip Wilson (Drums)