This 2007 compilation draws from Dorothy Ashby's Prestige sessions, showcasing her singular blend of jazz improvisation and soulful expression on the harp. It captures a vital period of her career, where she pushed the boundaries of her instrument in contemporary Black music.
- "In a Minor Groove" compiles tracks recorded between 1967 and 1971. The compilation features Ashby's distinctive electric harp arrangements. It was released posthumously, drawing attention to her innovative work decades after its initial recording.
- The album was released on January 24, 2007, by Prestige Records.
- Ashby's work on "In a Minor Groove" exemplifies her innovative approach to the harp in soul and jazz settings.
Dorothy Ashby was a pioneering American harpist and composer, best known for her innovative contributions to jazz and soul music. In 2007, Prestige Records released "In a Minor Groove," a compilation drawing from her earlier work, highlighting her unique sound in the soul-jazz landscape.
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