Aaron Diehl -Zodiac Suite -Mack Avenu CD Grooves.land/Playthek

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01. "Aries"

02. "Taurus"

03. "Gemini"

04. "Cancer"

05. "Leo"

06. "Virgo"

07. "Libra"

08. "Scorpio"

09. "Sagittarius"

10. "Capricorn"

11. "Aquarius"

12. "Pisces"

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Zodiac Suite is an album by Aaron Diehl, released in 2023. The album is a jazz CD. -

2023 release. Critically acclaimed pianist/composer Aaron Diehl's penchant for the past influencing the future has come full circle with his fully realized suite of Mary Lou Williams' Zodiac Suite - the first fully-fledged professional recording of this incredible music. Solely paying tribute to Mary Lou Williams was not the goal; as Diehl's mission is to give honor and praise to one of the greatest composers of the 20th century and the forgotten rich history of Black Classical Music.

A recording of Mary Lou Williams' "Zodiac Suite" complete with string orchestra and guests.

"Zodiac Suite" is a captivating CD release by acclaimed jazz pianist Aaron Diehl, produced by the renowned label Mack Avenue. This album pays homage to Mary Lou Williams? groundbreaking 1945 composition of the same name, reimagined through Diehl?s masterful arrangements and virtuosic performance. The recording features an ensemble blending classical chamber music with modern jazz sensibilities, offering listeners a rich tapestry of sound that bridges genres and eras. Aaron Diehl has established himself as one of today?s leading pianists in contemporary jazz, celebrated for his technical brilliance and innovative interpretations. He has previously collaborated with luminaries such as Wynton Marsalis and Cecile McLorin Salvant, earning critical acclaim including Jazz Journalists Association awards and Grammy nominations. Mack Avenue Records stands out as a premier independent jazz label known for its commitment to artistic excellence and its impressive roster featuring artists like Christian Sands, Emmet Cohen, and Kenny Garrett.

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MAC1201

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