It Just So Happens is an album by trombonist Ray Anderson which was recorded in 1987 and released on the Enja label.Enja Records main series discography accessed June 26, 2018Ray Anderson discography accessed June 26, 2018

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 "Once in a While" (Michael Edwards, Bud Green) – 6:17 "It Just So Happens" – 5:52 "Ross the Boss" – 7:29 "Elegy for Joe Scott" – 5:20 "La Vie en Rose" (Louiguy, Marguerite Monnot, Édith Piaf) – 4:15 "Once in a While" [Alternate Take] (Edwards, Green) – 6:24 Additional track on CD release "Raven's Jolly Jump Up" – 5:24 "Fatelet" – 6:59 "Fishin' With Gramps" – 4:57

Personnel Ray Anderson – trombone Stanton Davis – trumpet Perry Robinson – clarinet Bob Stewart – tuba Mark Dresser – bass Ronnie Burrage – drums

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