Jazz for aficionados


Jazz for aficionados

I'm going to review records in my collection, and you'll be able to decide if they're worthy of your collection. These records are what I consider "must haves" for any jazz aficionado, and would be found in their collections. I wont review any record that's not on CD, nor will I review any record if the CD is markedly inferior. Fortunately, I only found 1 case where the CD was markedly inferior to the record.

Our first album is "Moanin" by Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers. We have Lee Morgan , trumpet; Benney Golson, tenor sax; Bobby Timmons, piano; Jymie merrit, bass; Art Blakey, drums.

The title tune "Moanin" is by Bobby Timmons, it conveys the emotion of the title like no other tune I've ever heard, even better than any words could ever convey. This music pictures a person whose down to his last nickel, and all he can do is "moan".

"Along Came Betty" is a tune by Benny Golson, it reminds me of a Betty I once knew. She was gorgeous with a jazzy personality, and she moved smooth and easy, just like this tune. Somebody find me a time machine! Maybe you knew a Betty.

While the rest of the music is just fine, those are my favorite tunes. Why don't you share your, "must have" jazz albums with us.

Enjoy the music.
orpheus10

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milan60-


what is the title of the Duke album, is it avail on CD?


what are some Red Mitchell titles as well?

Hang in there Orpheus10-

as above, our next Jazz Bassist is Mingus. Discuss...
IME, 1959 (the best year in Jazz) Mingus really took off both musically/professionally. Ah Um.
Thank You- orpheus10- I will look into Abdul Malik.

Paul Chambers on deck...

No doubt that Mingus was a madman on the Bass (legendary). It is that very fine line that make one great, while others, not-so-great.

He also played on occasion, Piano.

Any Jazz is good Jazz. I rather enjoy Bop, Hard Bop and Modal the best.
Then, there are greats like Pharoah Sanders, Sun Ra...etc., that take an extra exploration on the Jazz theme.
Excellent Jazz discussions here guys. I am happy that you guys are back on track! Happy Listening!
Fans of Dexter and Herbie should own the Complete Blue Note 60's boxed set by each artist. Happy Listening!
Any Coltrane, is good Coltrane.
Get all of his boxed sets. Happy Listening!
Spring will be here soon. What are your fave Jazz albums/cds to kick off
the new season?  Happy Listening!
Big fan of McCoy Tyner and John Coltrane. They were quite a force together.  Love the Sahara disc.  Happy Listening!
One more excellent Jazz title from 1959 (the greatest year in Jazz);
Kenny Dorham- Quiet Kenny
All

I am looking for this CD;

Atzko Kohashi -  Dualtone


anyone have a copy or know where I can buy it?
acman3-

I ran across the pianist on youtube- she has a few CD releases.
I am very surprised that I cannot find her titles on Amazon nor eBay?
On 4/22

Bill Evans Trio- Some other Time (lost recording)
2-LP and 2-CD sets available!
Live at the Lighthouse is excellent in any release. That was one magical place!
orpheus10-

I liked everything Coltrane did until he died.  Yes, towards the end of his life, he did indeed stretch out pretty far. Nothing wrong w/ this.
Happy Listening!