Strings Attached is an album by multi-instrumentalist Ira Sullivan which was recorded in January and July 1982, and May 1983, in Miami, Florida. The album was first released on the Miami-based label Strings Attached in 1983.Ira Sullivan catalog, accessed October 19, 2017Ira Sullivan discography, accessed October 19, 2017 The record was subsequently reissued on the Pausa label in 1985 (Catalog No.: PR 7169).Discogs album entry, accessed October 19, 2017 The record was released on CD with three additional tracks by Unicorn Productions in 1996, under the title "Strings Attached – Update!"
Reception
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow stated "This obscure LP features Sullivan on trumpet, flugelhorn and flute joined by saxophonist John Alexander, a rhythm section and a string quartet. Sullivan and the younger players perform six group originals that emphasize the lyrical side of the great multi-instrumentalist and effectively blend together the strings with the jazz ensemble".
LP Track listing The track listing of the original LP is as follows:
CD Track listing The track listing of the Unicorn Productions CD "Strings Attached – Update!" is as follows:
Personnel Ira Sullivan – flute, alto flute, trumpet, flugelhorn John Alexander – soprano saxophone, tenor saxophone, flute, alto flute Laurie Haines – cello Peter Einhorn – electric guitar, acoustic guitar Nicole Yarling – violin, vocals Nancy Nosal – violin Debbie Spring – viola David Einhorn – bass Don Militello - Piano David Murphy ("Looking Glass Falls"), Gavin Davies ("Late Nights"), John Yarling – drums Robert Thomas, Jr. – hand drums
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