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Dave Brubeck at Newport

Had an opportunity to see Dave Brubeck at the Newport Jazz Festival yesterday. It was just amazing. An almost 90 year old guy on a hot day. He only stayed on stage for about 25 minutes but he was just terrific - and he was enthusiastically embraced by the crowd (an understatement). I have many of his records and have enjoyed them for years but had never heard him live. An experience to remember. Anyone else there?
frankm1
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philjolet
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I was not at the Newport Jazz Festival but I have seen him the last few years at the Detroit Jazz Festival and I agree he is very very good.

Someone who has mastered his art.

A real treat and amazing that he can still be so good.

BRAVO Dave Brubeck!
orpheus10
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The last time I saw Mr. Brubeck was at a free outdoor concert. (He has an aura of greatness about him) It was on a beautiful fall afternoon in a park like setting with sculptures. There were creative modern dancers moving to the music as he played. It was the most magical event I have ever been to.
buconero117
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Long live Dave. I saw him at college in the 50's. Still going strong. I also miss Paul.
orpheus10
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I recently discovered an LP, "Desmond Blue"; it was Paul Desmond's most famous. The title song was also "Leo Cheers" theme song; he was a disc jockey, "The man in the red vest". I heard that tune "Desmond Blue" almost every night. Although that was a long time ago, I was flooded with beautiful memories when I heard it again.
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