Chet Baker vs. Miles Davis

@glennstereo 

In some ways, its kind of like comparing Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan. I like them both, but Stevie would not have been Stevie without the presence and direction of Jimi Hendrix....

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@lalitk Thanks for introducing me to Chris Botti - listening to "Impressions" now (Qobuz, HR) - beautiful.

**** Comparison may be the thief of joy but it makes for edifying conversation.****

Exactly!  Art forms as rich as Jazz evolve and are represented by different “schools” of style and sensibilities due to geographical (regional) and cultural differences.  Listeners can take the perfectly valid approach of enjoying the performances of artists that touch them emotionally for whatever reasons without digging into those musicians’ influence and place in the evolution of the art form.  However, the digging into can enhance the joy big time.  

@macg19 

You’re welcome! Threads like this is a great way to discover artist’s and their exquisite work! 

https://forum.audiogon.com/posts/2750519

“A little insight into Chet Baker from Bob Mover, one of the unsung heroes of the alto saxophone and Chet’s band mate for years:

https://youtu.be/JFYq5D0ny9E?si=1godlFGu56z1HxB8”

@frogman - Thank you for this!