It Just So Happens


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

Reception

The Allmusic 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
  1. "Once in a While" – 6:17
  2. "It Just So Happens" – 5:52
  3. "Ross the Boss" – 7:29
  4. "Elegy for Joe Scott" – 5:20
  5. "La Vie en Rose" – 4:15
  6. "Once in a While" – 6:24 Additional track on CD release
  7. "Raven's Jolly Jump Up" – 5:24
  8. "Fatelet" – 6:59
  9. "Fishin' With Gramps" – 4:57

Personnel