It Just So Happens

It Just So Happens is an album by trombonist Ray Anderson which was recorded in 1987 and released on the Enja label.

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

Personnel

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