Soliloquy

As recorded by the Toshiko Akiyoshi-Lew Tabackin Big Band on the album Road Time, this feature for solo flute includes solo room for alto sax and piano as well. By contrasting a series of transparent, combo-like passages with strong, full-ensemble sections, Akiyoshi generates the kind of intensity and excitement that makes a lasting impression on audiences. The solo flute part is written out exactly as it was played and recorded by Lew Tabackin. Duration 8:00.