Mingus Big Band '93: Ronnie Cuber (narration, baritone saxophone); Alex Foster, Steve Slagle (alto saxophone); John Stubblefield, Craig Handy, Chris Potter (tenor saxophone); Roger Rosenberg (baritone saxophone); Randy Brecker, Ryan Kisor, Chris Kase, Lew Soloff, Jack Walrath (trumpet); Art Baron, Sam Burtis, Ku-umba Frank Lacy (trombone); Dave Taylor (trombone & bass trombones); Joe Locke (vibraphone); Kenny Drew, Jr. (piano); Andy McKee, Mike Formanek (bass); Marvin "Smitty" Smith, Victor Jones (drums); Ray Mantilla (congas).