In December 1956, “Argo” label released “Flute ‘n the Blues”, the ninth James Moody album. It was recorded in November 1956, in Chicago, and was produced by Dave usher.

Personnel:

• James Moody – tenor saxophone, alto saxophone, flute
• Eddie Jefferson – vocals
• Pee Wee Moore – baritone saxophone
• Johnny Coles – trumpet
• William Shepherd – trombone
• Jimmy Boyd – piano, peck horn
• John Latham – bass
• Clarence Johnston – drums

Track listing:

1. Flute ‘n the Blues – Harold Newboldt, James Moody, Arthur Boyd
2. Birdland Story – Eddie Jefferson, James Moody
3. It Could Happen to You – Jimmy Van Heusen, Johnny Burke
4. I Cover the Waterfront – Edward Heyman, Johnny Green
5. Body and Soul – Edward Heyman, Johnny Green, Robert Sour, Frank Eyton
6. Breaking the Blues – John Adriano Acea
7. Parker’s Mood – Charlie Parker
8. Easy Living – Leo Robin, Ralph Rainger
9. Boo’s Tune – Florence Pleasant
10. Richard’s Blues – Moody, Newboldt