Sure is,. about 1 in 10 million .
Here is your true love when she was your age rok .
https://youtu.be/V2QacL3lQc8?t=3
Here is your true love when she was your age rok .
https://youtu.be/V2QacL3lQc8?t=3
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.
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.
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I think our man Horace may have had some conservative leanings.***** No wonder he was so brilliant, talent and brains. Rare combination. He visualized 'Rain Dance' as Native Americans in a circle dancing for Rain. I never understood if what we call 'Indian' music is really Indian, or just Hollywood. Cheers |
**** I wonder what brought all this on? **** If I had to guess? 1968. Makes complete sense. Whole lot going on in 1968 that inspired protest songs and other expressions of protest. Silver’s music has always had an upbeat and accessible vibe to it and it makes sense to me that he would want his music to not be a part of that. The other extreme at the time was the avante garde movement in Jazz which was all about protest. I think our man Horace may have had some conservative leanings. |
Today's Listen: Horace Silver -- SERENADE TO A SOUL SISTER Recorded in two sessions by two different groups of players. Recorded in the crazy year of 1968, which is reflected in the notes. Notes: Under the heading of, and in all caps, "MY PERSONAL DO NOTS OF MUSICAL COMPOSITION "I personally do not believe in politics, hatred, or anger in my musical composition. I believe musical composition should convey healthy emotions....." Horace Silver I wonder what brought all this on? He also lists his personal guide lines to musical composition. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ih6TZVBMG5c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NblTtO26r3s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrP3Yf1gZiQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWuuykxar6I Cheers |
Rok, I believe that there would be agreement among most arrangers that a minimum size for the designation “big band” is 5 saxophones, 3 trombones, 3 trumpets and 3 rhythm (piano, bass and drums). Anything much smaller than that (fewer horns) would make it what is usually referred to as “small big band”. This number of horns (11) gives arrangers enough “voices” for a fairly complete expression of most arranging techniques that are typically used in the genre. However, I would say that if there is a “standard” size as defined by the most common size of big band it would be 5 saxophones, 3 trombones, 4 (!) trumpets and 3 rhythm. As you point out that is what Wynton uses at JALC. “17 piece big band” is a more generous or complete use of instrumental “voices” by the arranger and is a carry over from a time when band leaders could afford a larger ensemble in order to have a fuller and bigger sound. Typically, the trombone section gets one more (4) and guitar is added for a total of 17 players. |
Hey schubert BIG Hiromi Uehara fan here. I first saw her live back in 2009 when she was touring to support her "Beyond Standard" album. I have every disc she ever recorded including DVD’s and Bluray’s. When she had the 3 piece band "Sonic Bloom" for the 2 releases titled "Time Control" (2007) and "Beyond Standard" (2008) she "fused out" and those 2 albums are my favorites from her catalogue. Her solo, duo and trio albums are exceptional as well. This can be expected for someone as talented as she is. Her biggest influence among others is Ahmad Jamal. And when Stanley Clarke and Lenny White ask you to collaborate on a trio recording with them you know you are special. Sonic Bloom personnel: Dave "Fuze" Fiuczynski: Guitar Tony Grey: Bass Martin Valihora: Drums Beyond Standard tour with Sonic Bloom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=duM9WIvcxJg Hiromi with Clarke and White: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u2YZUSp6SI With Chick Corea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRU1o-sCnqY With Stanley Clarke: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2I5-gTuqfFc And if you have the time (25 minutes) listen to this awesome medley from her 2019 album "Spectrum" titled "Rhapsody In Blue": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEn-r0OUP10 |
The Frogman: The last several CD notes I have posted mentioned the phrase "17 piece band". What is the significance of ’17 piece’ bands. Google was not clear, or did not consider that number as special. Is that some sort of ’standard’ for the size of Jazz Big bands? Wynton’s JALC Orchestra has 15, I think. Thanks Cheers |
Last day of Christmas . The Carol I love best coming from London’s Great Albert Hall . Sung by a honest soul and the voices he loves best. Amen https://youtu.be/MM-2Qz4hcwI?t=2 |
I know there are some Hiromi fans out there . This is her latest , only out a few months . I joke you not , on a scale of 1-10 this s..t is a 15 ! Starts at 20:00 https://youtu.be/A8RCz_RoefM?t=3 If there is anybody more REALLY creative in all of music I ain't heard it ! |
Today's Listen: Horace Silver -- HORACE SILVER AND THE JAZZ MESSENGERS Notes: ...."It was decided that this date would present Horace as a combo leader for the first time. He responded by getting Kenny Dorham and Art Blakey to join himself and two of the members of his Minton's quartet, Hank Mobley and Doug Watkins. Thus the Messengers were born, or reborn." 'Reborn', refers to a 17 piece band led by Art Blakey that used the name 'Messengers' on occasional gigs, prior to this group. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SK1TkqfzYnc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LXPZRrb4Tc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BukS8_oUY_U https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8b5ifjQYItE Cheers |
Great players all, great solos, new and typically catchy Silver tunes. So, why am I not convinced? Not sure. There is a nervous vibe to some of this; a little too earnest. The time is not quite settled; not always locked in especially on the up tempo tunes. I think the problem is between Silver and Lewis Nash who I usually like a lot. It happens. The chemistry isn’t always there. Maybe it’s me; I’ll listen again in the morning. |
Today's Listen: Horace Silver -- THE HARDBOP GRANDPOP with/Claudio Roditi, Michael Brecker, Steve Turre, Ronnie Cuber, Ron Carter, Lewis Nash Notes: "There are two songs on this CD that are meant to be tributes. One of them is dedicated to one of the great masters from the swing era -- Coleman Hawkins (Hawkin). The other one is dedicated to one of the great masters from the be-bop era -- Dexter Gordon (Diggin' On Dexter). The song 'Gratitude' was inspired by my great love for Louis Armstrong." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-OPmxLe8KE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvzSs5WPerw extensive quote from the OP's favorite song. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2btaDfyFWts New Group, New Label, New Music. The Aficionado Jury may now retire to deliberate and come to a verdict. Cheers |
Thanks acman. I continue to be surprised by then number of "hot jazz" or "gypsy jazz" groups formed over the past 20 years or so. There was a long lull after Django's death but the Hot Club of France now seems to be well known and appreciated. My parents had an album by the HCoF so I knew their music at an early age. This was one of the first "revisions" I became aware of - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMxIwtGhahQ&list=PLa4T9NsDtq8zpxiUXwrtLbjirhwUqNXuC&index=7 |
Just plain beautiful human cheer up music . ac strikes again ! Let me see , Delta has new Airbus 350 -900 direct to Paris from Minneapolis .............. |
mary_jo, I hope you are reading this and still with us.pryso, just because I am in silenzio stampa mode that does not mean that I cannot, now and then check up on (by taking look at the thread) how you are guys doing. I really appreciate all of you. And thank you for your recommendation. I will make sure to watch it on the first occasion. |
Rach “Vespers”. I don’t think glorious is an overstatement. No doubt the human voice is the greatest instrument. Beautiful singing and insight into the music. Gorgeous solo alto and remarkable resonance from the bass for a “from the bottom up” balance in the harmonies that is not heard too often. Thanks. |
Sound Prints is awesome! Thanks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxxV_jRgrZE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKW4y4n2OJ8&list=RDYKW4y4n2OJ8&start_radio=1&t=1 |
Today's Listen: Mongo Santamaria: -- MONGO SANTAMARIA'S GREATEST HITS Notes:"In mid-'64, Mongo inked a recording contract with Columbia. It was a great deal - artistic freedom, bigger budgets, better promotion - but they had to make certain the material was commercial enough......What happened was that we took the direction of covering what were the happening songs on black radio...." Explains the tracks on this "Jazz" album. I love it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7fTTBlaKrY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7URTbJJ6FgQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wNrSx-oZ7s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23od7C3rtgk Cheers |
I can’t believe that Amazon just delivered me a brand new LP of Silver’s "The Cape Verdean Blues "for the grand price of 11 bucks ! But they did and it sounds Blue Note great . https://youtu.be/m4Z9NxK94H4?list=OLAK5uy_l2uUlNbYyQPGoFklS9889nBQv1_cS2IKQ |
OK , doesn’t really matter to me anyway . IF you saw the Rack.Vespers I put on what did you think of the voice of that black haired beauty soloist ? Knocked me out . IMO stuff like than really proves the human voice is the ultimate instrument . Vespers op 37 is a small masterpiece but a masterpiece it is .I think they got as deep in Rackmaninov’s soul as anything he ever wrote . |
I’ll take Bach, Brahms or Schubert anytime as well. Still, time and a place for all. Well, not all..... Those people who should know don’t know. A myth that has been debunked many times. The myth started because they did, in fact, not start writing their own material until they started recording. Besides, wouldn’t at least some of the mystery writers have revealed themselves after all these years? |
Frog , you have to be one hell of player to be that lyrical on a guitar ! My only interest in the Beatles is I kept hearing from people who should know that others wrote their music . Don’t lose any sleep over it . I did like "Norwegian Wood " . I don’t knock their music but when I was working all hours I sure wasn’t going take the hour or two I had to listen to them over Bach , Brahms or Schubert . rok , I bought that Hunter album on advice from guy at record store . Went back next day on my advice and bought two more . Still got ém ! Down low with a touch of class ......At a 99 she could drop bye my house . |
rok, this is my favorite Chanticleer . Best of this classic I have ever heard .Vaughn Williams was / is the Master ! I grieve though it for my beloved grand mother who lived out her life in a place she did not want to be because her father took the low road in 1915 . https://youtu.be/9PTZG2cHM5g?t=2 |
Pryso, great drummer! Nice clip. Boy does that bring back memories. Title tune from his debut studio recording. Thanks! Billy Cobham is dear to me because, aside from being a great drummer, this record introduced me to the great Michael Brecker who recorded with him. I was still in HS and the jazz band director brought this to class to play for the saxophone players in the band. He said “check this guy out!”. Brecker was still just an up and coming young session player then: https://youtu.be/l-b_h8i9eWU |
Phillip Brunelle is widely considered as the best choral director in the world . The King’s group leaders from both Oxford and Cambridge have told me they are in awe of him . Like most true geniuses he is a tad world of his own type .I believe he only will record with the MSP PBS , only place I have ever seen him . Could be a financial thing . The Plymouth is a church in Plymouth MN , west burb of Mpls . Was the Church choir originally but now Singers come from hundreds just to sing with him , no cash involved . But most are just in MSP metro. In this day and time the little apple is ground zero for the Lutheran Church , not just in the USA but in the world . The Swedes and Norwegians who where first white settlers her brought their Religion with them and kept it . Anglican Church , my church, also has good choirs as do the Catholics . And as St,. Áugustine said , and his monk Luther echoed , a prayer sung once is a prayer said twice .. Couple years ago I stood with the King’s Oxford leader thanking him for a great performance and a boy treble , perhaps 9 years old inched up to me and said , "We like it here better than Toronto because you really believe ".Out of the mouths of babes ! Been to Church of all types over the US , east,west , north and south , and people in the upper -mid-west are not what others are , Christian for an hour on Sunday . General observation of course , all black church ladies excluded . P.S . google’" Classical Minnesota " might take you to MSP PBS which has thousands of their film concerts open to steaming by public . If not , let me know and I’ll call them up .My sustainer # is 651-229-1300, they should know and they talk "Minnesota Nice" . |
Schubert, Cantus with one of my favorite groups. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqp6hWcZl5Q I have a CD titled "Witness: volume 1 Spirituals and Gospels" It's by a group called -- The ensemble Singers and Chorus of the Plymouth Music Series of Minnesota. Philip Brunelle - Conductor Do you know of them? Can't find them on you-tube. Another great performance from Minnesota. Cheers |
mary_jo, I hope you are reading this and still with us. What you said is so true about jazz: "what I have previously said - make your own work, be original. " But speaking of movies, let me recommend this. It certainly is original, and I truly enjoyed it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=49&v=f22rco1wFxE&feature=emb_logo |