Legendary trombonist Roswell Rudd has put together a recording of pieces that bring him back to another time and place, those that spark images of the past and the emotions tied to them. The musical pieces chosen have become standards of American song, most of the selections stemming from Rudd’s recollections of childhood when he would sing the songs in school or in church. Trombone for Lovers brought together not only a collection of fantastic music but also a tremendous assortment of musical talent, including John Medeski, Bob Dorough, and Steven Bernstein.

John Medeski – organ
Steve Bernstein – slide trumpet
Gary Lucas – guitar
Bob Dorough – vocals
Michael Doucet – violin
Heather Masse – vocals
Fay Victor – vocals
Richard Hammond – bass
Aaron Comess – drums
Rolf Sturm – guitar
Reggie Bennett – vocals
Ira Coleman – bass
Matthew Finck – guitar
T Xiques – drums
Dennis Nelson – piano
NYC Labor Chorus – vocals
Jana Ballard – conductor/artistic director