''It Just So Happens'' is an album by trombonist Ray Anderson which was recorded in 1987 and released on the

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Reception

The

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review by Scott Yanow stated "Although trombonist Ray Anderson sounded fine on his earlier trio and quartet dates, he really comes into his own when joined by other horns. ... An excellent example of the innovative Ray Anderson's work".

Track listing

All compositions by Ray Anderson except where noted # " Once in a While" ( Michael Edwards,

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) – 6:17 # "It Just So Happens" – 5:52 # "Ross the Boss" – 7:29 # "Elegy for Joe Scott" – 5:20 # "

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) – 4:15 # "Once in a While" lternate Take(Edwards, Green) – 6:24 Additional track on CD release # "Raven's Jolly Jump Up" – 5:24 # "Fatelet" – 6:59 # "Fishin' With Gramps" – 4:57

Personnel

* Ray Anderson – trombone *

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– trumpet *

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– clarinet * Bob Stewart – tuba *

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– bass *

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– drums

References

{{Authority control Ray Anderson (musician) albums 1987 albums Enja Records albums Albums recorded at Van Gelder Studio