The Rubáiyát Of Dorothy Ashby

A landmark 1970 release on Cadet Records, this album showcases Dorothy Ashby's sophisticated approach to jazz fusion. The virtuoso harpist expands her instrumental range by integrating the koto, a 13-string Japanese plucked instrument, into her compositional framework. Richard Evans' meticulous arrangements weave together flutes, vibraphone, oboe, and kalimba with Ashby's nuanced vocal delivery, resulting in a cohesive work that transcends conventional genre boundaries while maintaining profound emotional resonance.