Zodiac Suite

The Knights are thrilled to collaborate with critically acclaimed pianist and composer Aaron Diehl on the album, Zodiac Suite.

The album recently received a glowing review in the New York Times, which stated “…On the new Mack Avenue recording, [Aaron Diehl]’s joined not by the Philharmonic, but by the adventurous chamber orchestra the Knights, which is staffed by some of the brightest younger players on the classical scene.”

Composed, arranged and orchestrated by Mary Lou Williams, this recording pays tribute to her work as the first fully-fledged professional recording of this incredible arrangement, giving insight into her greater ambitions for the work, despite setbacks she faced during its premiere in 1945. Join us as we showcase the composer’s imagination and vision in a suite dedicated to some of her closest friends and collaborators.

Purchase the album HERE.

Album art: Lorna Simpson