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Album · 1977

The Joy of Sax

by Sonny Criss

Released
1977
Label
Impulse!
Catalogue no.
AS-9326
Tracklist
7 tracks
Length
41:27
Country
US

“The Joy of Sax” is an album by Sonny Criss, released in 1977 on Impulse!. The original release has 7 tracks with a running time of 41:27. Jazz standards on the record include “Stolen Moments”. The line-up features Sonny Criss (alto saxophone) and Viola Jackson (vocals).

Who played on The Joy of Sax

  • Sonny Criss alto saxophone all tracks
  • Viola Jackson vocals on 1 track

Tracklist

  1. A1 You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling 4:16
  2. A2 Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing 5:43
  3. A3 You Are So Beautiful 5:24
  4. A4 Turn Me Loose 5:52
  5. B1 Stolen Moments standard 6:28
  6. B2 Have a Talk With God 6:42
  7. B3 Midnight Mellow 7:02

Production

  • Esmond Edwards producer

More albums by Sonny Criss

California Boppin' 1947 · Jazz Showcase An Evening of Jazz 1949 · Norgran Records Go Man! 1956 · Imperial Sonny Criss Plays Cole Porter 1956 · London Records Jazz - U.S.A. 1956 · Imperial Criss Cross 1963 Mr Blues pour flirter 1963 · Brunswick This Is Criss! 1966 · Prestige Up, Up and Away 1967 · Prestige Portrait of Sonny Criss 1967 · Prestige The Beat Goes On! 1968 · Prestige Rockin' in Rhythm 1969 · Prestige

Frequently asked questions

Who played on The Joy of Sax?

The line-up of The Joy of Sax includes Sonny Criss (alto saxophone) and Viola Jackson (vocals).

Which label released The Joy of Sax?

The Joy of Sax was released in 1977 on Impulse! (AS-9326).

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