Ted Curson is best remembered for his work with Charles Mingus’s 1960 quartet, but his versatility shines equally in his own recordings. A trumpeter capable of moving seamlessly from straight-ahead bop to free improvisation, Curson displays his range and inventiveness on this album, which features tracks like “Reava’s Waltz,” “Ted’s Tempo,” “Song of the Lonely,” “Airi’s Tune,” “Searchin’ for the Blues,” and “Marjo.”

Track Listing

Reava's Waltz
Ted's Tempo
Song Of The Lonely
Airi's Tune
Searchin' For The Blues
Marjo