James Moody - Homage (2004)

Here’s a lesson for all the young saxophone players out there who are so keen to focus on the past. Septuagenarian saxophonist James Moody, who was a fixture in Dizzy Gillespie’s band for many years, may have some reverence for his past, but his approach is resolutely about moving forward. His first record in six years, Homage , is a testament to that ethic, with a sound that is absolutely contemporary and all about keeping things vital.

Tracklist
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01. A Message To Moody (an improvisation by J. Zawinul)
02. Lazy Afternoon (J. Moross / J. LaTouche)
03. Into The Shadows (H. Hancock)
04. Glengarry, Glenross (Main Title) (J. N. Howard)
05. Simplicity And Beauty (J. Moody)
06. We All Love Moody (D. Hazeltine)
07. Moody Tune (C. Corea)
08. And Then Again (K. Barron)
09. Homage (M. Copland)
10. When Lucy Smiles At Me (H. Silver)
11. Love Was The Cause For All Good Things (J. Moody)