Ref: Paquito D'Rivera
Its seems as if 'Portrait of Cuba' is my only CD with Paquito as leader. I do have him with Claudio Roditi on a CD entitled 'Milestones'
Of the ones Chazro recommended, I think I'll try 'Who's Smoking' and 'A Night In Englewood'.
I wanted REUNION, but it does not seem to be on CD.
This guy was in all types of music. From Classical Orchestras, to the Cuban Army Band. I am sure this background influenced his approach to Jazz. He recorded a Jazz Chamber thingy also.
Cheers |
Orpheus10:
"Rok, music with me is never isolated, I always associate the music with what was going on in my life"
I once said on this site, audiogon, that "music was history". I meant exactly what you just stated, but everyone thought I meant music was finished or passe. That day, I just didn't have the energy to try and explain.
What the hell are Packards and Hudsons? :)
Cheers |
OK, here goes:
Reunion - One of the best Latin Jazz records ever! The reunion is between him and his bandmate from the great Cuban band, Irakere, Arturo Sandoval. D'Rivera had defected years prior to this but Sandoval had just made the leap. It's a difficult concept to understand for us born to freedom, but there's an exuberance in the playing that I attribute to these 2 brothers finally having their dream come true!
This exuberance can also be heard In PDR's 1st 2 records, 'Blowin' & 'Mariel'. Truly outstanding statements but I'm not sure if they were ever released on CD.
Dizzy Gillespie was fronting his all-star UNO (United Nations Orchestra) Big Band when he passed away. PDR was a member of the orchestra and decided to keep the band alive after Dizzy's death. They recorded 2 live records; 'A Night in Englewood' & 'Live At MCG' - Great stuff!
PDR's 1st strictly straightahead Jazz record is also one of his best; 'Who's Smoking!?', is a killa set featuring trumpet great Claudio Roditi and James Moody.
'40 Years Of Cuban Jam Sessions' is another favorite. Interesting in that while it's PDR's record, he sits out a number of the tunes, it takes a special kind of confidence and generosity to just allow yr bandmates to shine. Featuring the legendary Cachao and, here's another freedom tale, drum god Horacio 'El Negro' Hernandez had just arrived in Miami the day before the session after having defected in Europe. PDR knew he had just arrived and needed the work, of course never forgetting El Negro's monsta chops!
'Live At The Blue Note' is another great, great record. He's probably recorded close to a dozen live records which is amazing in that they all sound so different due to the different line-ups and configurations of the bands. This band is basically the Caribbean Jazz Project (ANOTHER great band he was a founding member of!) minus Dave Samuels & Andy Narell.
I've gone way long but I'd be remiss if I left out just a coupla more! 'The Jazz Chamber Trio' is my favorite of his Chesky releases (But the others are great also!)
'Funk Tango' is another favorite.
'Tango Jazz - Live at Lincoln Center' is beautiful.
'Benny Goodman Revisited' has some fantastic moments.
Paquito D'Rivera is a musicologist extraordinaire. Totally fluent in Jazz, traditional latin music from all over the world, classical, chamber, big band, you name it. Amongst his staggering amount of awards was the Medal of Arts presented to him by President Bush at the White House, he's the epitome of a successful Jazz artist. And yet, for all his genius, for all his accomplishments, I don't think he's recognized for being one of the greatest players that's ever lived, but that's a discussion best had at another time.
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"If there's any interest in some recommendations lemme know!"
Well, that is the purpose and point of the thread. What are your recommendations? |
Rok, music with me is never isolated, I always associate the music with what was going on in my life, and everything I would see at the time that music was popular. "Boogie Woogie" was popular when I was a child, and I can even visualize the Packard and Hudson automobiles that have long ceased to be manufactured, in the driveways. While checking Dorothy on "You tube", I discovered she played a lot more than just Boogie Woogie. She was one incredible pianist who never aged in regard to her ability to play the piano; she remained ever young, as demonstrated by this video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WrXolx5XOH4While I don't recall Dorothy in the past, I will most certainly add her to my collection in the present. Enjoy the music. |
Re: Paquito D'Rivera's 'Portraits of Cuba', I can't believe I'm saying this but I agree with Rok2id's opinion of the record. PDR is one of my favorite musician's of all time, been an avid fan for over 3 decades and own over 90% of his catalog which is quite extensive. D'Rivera's one of those artists that's always exploring new directions and music styles, I love that in any musician. The problem with trying so many different types of projects (as opposed to just staying within a comfort zone) is that sometimes what looks good on paper doesn't quite pan out. 'Portraits of Cuba' was meant to be an homage to Miles's 'Sketches of Spain' but fell far short and somewhat flat. Although it won awards and praise I certainly wouldn't reccommend it to a 1st-timer. The only tune that's memorable (as a novelty) is the theme from 'I Love Lucy'. There's so many great PDR records to choose from. If there's any interest in some recommendations lemme know! |
Rok, thanks for the Andrew Davis link. No, I had not seen this, and he does a great job of dissecting (in a good sense) Berg's "Lulu". It is always interesting to hear how a composer may have first conceived the music on the piano before orchestrating it as it is more commonly known; while it may lack the complexity of the orchestral colors, there is a wonderful directness about it. Great call with Dorothy Donegan. What a pianist! Speaking of directness in music, lack of pretense, personality, whatever one wants to call it, she had it. There was something really infectious in her playing; a good dose of show(wo)manship, but also a sense of sincerity. Check out how she ends the tune at 2:16. Gotta love it! http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=D-JlF3cC538&feature=plpp |
Jacques Loussier Trio "Bach The Brandenburgs"
A Jazz interpretation |
"A Night In Tunisia", from the LP, "The Cooker" by Lee Morgan, has to be the most fantastic version of that jam ever. It features Lee Morgan on trumpet; Pepper Adams, Baritone sax; Bobby Timmons, piano; Paul Chambers, bass; and Philly Joe Jones, drums.
Pepper Adams is to the baritone sax what Lee Morgan is to the trumpet; the best ever, according to aficionados. Pepper blew on this jam like there would be no tomorrow, and he had to get every last note in that he was going to ever blow, on this jam.
Although it was headed by Lee Morgan, everybody gave Pepper the floor cause "He wanna blow now". Even Gabriel and the angels had to stop and listen. "Blow your horn, Blow your horn", that's what Gabriel said. "I can't wait to get some more Pepper Adams and Lee Morgan", that's what Orpheus said.
Enjoy the music.
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While Paquito wasn't "Afro Cuban", it was still music that had a Cuban flair, and I'm thinking about ordering it.
Dorothy Donegan's "Boogie Woogie" was historic and interesting as well.
Say "Lena Horne", and I think "Stormy Weather"; yes she was very beautiful. Sunday must be a good day for nostalgia, because I've enjoyed this trip down memory lane.
Enjoy the music.
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Today's Playlist:
Dorothy Donegan -- Dorothy Romps (a piano retrospective 1953-1979)
Frogman, check out this left hand playing!
She lives up to the name on the CD. She Romps!! She does it all, Boogie-Woogie, Stride, Blues and Bop. The booklet that came with the CD is excellent reading.
She was quite an independent woman / player, which didn't set well with the Jazz old guard. She being a woman and all.
George Shearing refused to share a billing with her. Oscar Peterson would, only if she used his trio. But interestingly, both Ellington and Basie INVITED her to play with them. I guess class does always tell. Did I mention she plays boogie-woogie? I love it.
Hampton Hawes -- Hampton Hawes Trio Vol. 1
with / Red Mitchell on bass, Chuck Thompson on drums
Very fine piano playing. Hawes is supposed to be a West Coast guy, in the coast wars. A coolster? I think he is just a fabulous piano player.
His music is intricate, but accessible, the ideal situation in Jazz. His playing is a joy to listen to and follow. OJC recording so you know it's good.
Lena Horne -- Being Myself
Lena was 81 when this was recorded. Her voice shows her age in any objective, technical evaluation. But, in an emotional sense, she is right on target.
All the tunes are standards. If you want her at her best, get her much younger. But if you can visualize her, or know anything about her, this is just fine.
I read a story about her once. She was at a Military base performing during World War ll. The audience consisted of Black G.I.s and German prisoners of war. Of course, due to the prevailing 'conditions', the Germans were seated up front. Lena promptly left the stage, walked back to the first row of Black soldiers, and began to sing! With the uber alles boys at her back.
In the 1940's that took guts. Esp for a woman. A black woman. In show business. Where her livelihood, depended on the whims of others.
This is her last recording. It's important to me, because she was
Such a beauty! Such a talent!! And a Great and Brave American! I am glad she did this CD. Glad it's on Blue Note. And I'm glad to have it.
BTW,
She looks 35 on the CD cover!
Cheers
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Recent listen:
Paquito D'Rivera -- Portraits of Cuba (arranged and conducted by Carlos Franzetti)
This is the most disappointing CD I have heard in years. The Cover art is great. Shows a very young Paquito in white tails and white shoes in the middle of a crowded Pre-Castro night club. He is front and center in the classic sax players stance. Head back, looking at the ceiling, blowing!! You just know this is gonna be some good stuff. Wrong!
There is no music here. At least no Cuban or Afro-Cuban music. The musicians are professionals. They don't play out of tune or time. They just don't say anything. So I thought maybe it's just me. So I go to Amazon for other points of view.. A few cheerleaders gave it five stars. But the following review I copied because it addresses the problem.
*************A nice mellow sound for background music, but nothing with salsa to make you want to samba or such. No Latin or African influences are audible.
Published on October 23, 1999"**************
And this won the Grammy for best Latin Jazz record in 1997! hahahahahha That shows how much a Grammy is worth. I think that arranger is the problem! I know it's not Paquito!! Just like old Siegfried and Wolfgang on 'Soul to Jazz'. And Bill Potts on 'The Jazz Soul of Porgy and Bess'. They always wanna make it mo' better.
This is a lousy example of truth in advertising! The cover art and the pictures inside say one thing, the music is all together different. What was Paquito thinking! He didn't even use Latin musicians.
Defender La Musica
Antes de que sea Demasiado Tarde!!
Cheers |
Orpheus10:
I was just messin' with you about the 'reviewer' thingy. None of it was serious. I am not a 'legitimate' reviewer and never claimed to be. Just all in fun.
Me, an Audiophile? Surely you jest!!! After a few exchanges with The Frogman, I find myself listening for Bass player intonation and piano left hands etc.... Can hardly concentrate on the music anymore.
Cheers
BTW, my next playlist contains some real shockers!!! :)
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Charles1dad, after going on "You tube" I placed an order for "Big Bags". In regard to the sonics, your credentials as an "audiophile" are well established.
Enjoy the music.
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If anyone enjoys Milt Jackson as I do,this recording sounded beatiful last night.
"Big Bags" Milt fronting a large jazz band and playing arrangements by Tadd Dameron and Ernie Wilkins. On the Riverside label from 1962, nice CD.
Regards, |
"BTW, you just destoryed my rep as a 'reviewer'. Thanks!
Rok2id "
Rok, I really appreciate your playlist, it helps me to decide on new CD's.
This is a "jazz" music forum, and the music Rok recommended is some fantastic jazz.
While Rok and I disagreed on the sonic qualities of the music in that bargain set, we absolutely did not disagree on the absolute qualities of the music. This music belongs in anyone's jazz collection who considers himself an "aficionado". I have, and I will continue to pay an exorbitant price for this music. If this set meets your sonic requirements, then you have received "manna from heaven". Here is a very small sample from "you tube".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2u_lv_Q3VPM
I may have destroyed your rep as an "audiophile", but since you never claimed one, I don't think that's an issue. Nowhere in any of my posts did I question your legitimacy as a music reviewer. I just thought I would set the record straight.
Enjoy the music.
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Today's Playlist:
Terence Blanchard -- A Tale of God's Will (a requiem for katrina)
Very beautiful, Moving and reflective music. Blanchard plays for his home town, New Orleans. This could have been a disaster, but was very well done.
Most of the tunes written by Blanchard. Also includes the backing of the Northwest Sinfonia, and, a guy playing the Tabla and the Happy Apple!!
Not sure it's Jazz, but Blanchard is a Jazz player from the birthplace of Jazz. That's good enough.
Oscar Peterson Trio -- At Newport (July 7 1957)
A tale of two LP sides. Side A has the OP Trio in their usual outstanding form. This man does not make bad recordings. Just some are mo'better greater than others.
Side B is when Roy Eldrige, Sonny Stitt and Jo Jones join the party. WOW! What a difference drums and horns make. All is good, the tunes with Stitt and company just take it up a notch.
The liner notes mention that Stitt started his career on alto, but since Bird was still alive, he switched to tenor. When Bird died, he went back to alto. hahhahahhah Live at Newport Festival.
The Paris All-Stars -- Homage To Charlie Parker
The All-Stars include: Dizzy, Getz, Roach, McLean, Phil Woods, Milt Jackson, Hank Jones, and Percy Heath. All Stars Indeed!!
Great playing throughout. The Sax players sort of take over on the last three tunes: Cherokee, Night in Tunisia and OO PA PA DA. Outstanding playing from all three sax players. Dizzy sings on the last tune, and it is a riot!! Great Stuff!! Live in Paris.
Maynard Ferguson -- Conquistador
Stop all those boos, and cries of outrage!! I haven't said anything yet.
Commercial claptrap at it's worst!! Sellout!!! Non-Jazz!! One reviewer said that 'Mister Mellow' was the worst song he had EVER heard!!
As Chief of Jazz Police for Central Texas, I have to stand by my fellow Aficionados.
I just don't understand how, or why, I wore out two LPs playing this mess, and then bought it on CD!!! Hmmmmmm
Wanna hear how high a human can play a trumpet? This is it. It ain't Jazz, but it's very enjoyable music. In fact, it's the only record I have ever heard, from a distance, that I thought was a live band!! Still remember the time and place.
BTW,
Like R&B?
Like Country?
Here it is on the same CD. 'Rhythm Country and Blues'
Very well done. Check it out.
Cheers |
"...certain point in the TUNE." Not, ten. |
Exactly! Good description; like a second movement, and not a bad thing at all. It is common for players to change the mood by double timing at a certain point in the ten. Perhaps I wasn't clear, but my issue it is not with her choice to double time, but rather her swing feel at the faster tempo. Listen in particular to her left hand; that's a solo piano player's rhythm section when there is none. I think it falls a little flat. Don't get me wrong, she's a great player, and she sounds fabulous in a looser style as in the first 4 minutes of the cut. I just think she is not as convincing with her swing feel as some other players. Remember the Vignola/Peplowski cut; the fact that they could swing so hard without a rhythm section is why I liked it so much. |
Frogman:
Ref Brackeen
Can't the change at 4:30 be thought of as the beginning of the second movement? I noticed it but did not think it was a bad thing.
Cheers |
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Frogman:
I found the metro / Levine. You failed to mention JULIA MIGENES!! I love that woman! I have her doing Carmen. They did a 60 minutes thingy on her years ago. What a babe.
Thanks
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Rok, if you want Lulu on DVD be sure to get the Met Opera, James Levine cond. DVD; terrific. BTW, of special note about this music is the fact that the saxophone (alto) features very prominently in the piece; unusual in orchestral writing. |
Thanks, Charles1dad; ditto. Have not heard "Night Lights", but will definitely check it out. Being very familiar with both Mulligan and Farmer, I imagine they are a beautiful pairing indeed. |
O-10:
"Rok, I'm still waiting for your comments on "Soul Brothers/ Soul Meeting" with Ray Charles and Milt Jackson, as well as the Trio Trebien."
I did comment of Trio Tres Bien. I am afraid 'soul meeting' is still in the waiting to be ordered box. But I think the time is now to order.
Cheers
You are correct on Jones and Person not being married. |
Frogman:
I am sure you have probably seen this, but here it is.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ot_EM7C_9C8
I think I might like this Lulu!
Cheers |
I have read of it somewhere.(Lulu) Most likely in one of the music magazines I buy. I didn't pay it much mind. I havee noticed that all opera seems to be getting 'modern' in appearance. Wardrobes etc.....
I decided that when it comes to Opera, it's better to buy DVDs than CDs. The Aural and the Visual are both just too vital to getting the impact and meaning of the performance.
I will find a way to hear/see it.
Cheers
You realize, 'mind bending' can be good or very bad! :) |
Frogman you have good taste,Pepper Adams is a wonderful musician and I have numerous recordings with him as leader and sideman.I also love his utilization of the lower register of the majestic baritone sax. Gerry Mulligan is equally accomplished with a different approach. "Night Lights" which features prominently Art Farmer is beautiful, these two were excellent together.
The Ray Charles -Milt Jackson collaboration mentioned earlier is very good.
Regards, |
****Hard to understand music, is better than nothing to understand.****
Exactly.
Perhaps for a different thread, but apropos your comment, and knowing you are also a fan of classical and opera, have you tried Alban Berg's operas (Wozzeck, Lulu)? Very difficult to understand, but fabulous mind-bending music. |
I am still listening to the Brackeen youtube thingy. Lord, she is good. I hope I can hear the point you made, about around 4:30.
Cheers
she does need a new hairdo. |
Hamiett Bluiett -- What does one say? I have several WSQ CDs and he is part of that group.
On the tune you sent, It was not too bad, because I knew it was 'a night in tunisia'. While he was playing his thing, I had the melody going on in my head. Like he was soloing over my tthoughts. That made it all a little easier to follow. His skill on the horn is not in question!
I know I bash these free Jazz folks alot, but at least they are in the arena doing something. They deserve credit for that. Hard to understand music, is better than nothing to understand.
Cheers
Thanks for the posts. |
Gary Smulyan, now this is the most exciting of all to me, because you say he is of the younger generation. Hell, this could have been Person / McDuff!! I liked it very much. Not the most complex / involving music, but I had no idea anyone was still playing in this vein. Maybe I will finally get to buy music by people still recording and still alive!!
I liked the play on words 'Smul's Paradise' cute.
Cheers |
Agree about Gomez; also very good in that respect. I meant to mention that in my post re the a Brackeen cut. Actually, it is generally harder to play the saxophones in the extreme upper range. Many modern players today consider it a testament to their ability on the instrument to play in the upper range; so they go there way too often IMO, at the expense of tastefulness. You will hear a lot of modern jazz players, and especially pop-jazz (aargh!) players play in the "altissimo" register. I think Pepper exploited the bottom of the horn as a statement about "tradition" and resistance to gimmicks; IMO. |
Well, 'The Cooker' was certainly aptly named. They were really cooking! I love stuff that moves right along. I had forgotten that george Benson was a very good Jazz player at one time. Now I will have to inflict a Benson 'review' on you all.
The sax playing was very good also. You nailed it, a FUN disc.!!
Cheers |
Frogman:
Very good Pepper Adams. I get what you said about the bass playing. I though Gomez' intonation on the Brackeen CD was good also. That's why I liked it, just didn't know how to describe it.
Is it harder to play the sax in the lower range?
I had to lol at the last note of the Pepper tune! Now on to the others.
Cheers |
This post is about the big boy of the saxophone family (we'll skip the bass saxophone; for now), the baritone saxophone. Pepper Adams, appropriately nicknamed "The Knife" by Stan Kenton, probably the greatest of the great baritone saxophonists. I particularly like how he uses the extreme bottom of the instrument. While it may seem an obvious thing to do, many more modern players have a tendency to play in the extreme upper range of the instrument (the tenor saxophone range), Pepper loved the bottom of the horn. Of special note on this recording ("The Master"; probably his best) is George Mraz's bass playing. What a beautiful bass player! Notice the fabulous definition and intonation of what he plays. Too often, and in part due to the instrument's fret-less nature, even the great players play with less than perfect intonation and definition, especially in up-tempos. His lines are like melodies that can be easily followed. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=m-q01aPQ8J0Ronnie Cuber is another great baritone saxophonist in a more modern bag who can be heard on many pop recordings (Steely Dan, Stuff, SNL) but who is a bebopper at heart. Some of his best work was as part of George Benson's Cookbook. A really fun record: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=SLG2ssX2oto&feature=plppGary Smulyan is probably the most prominent young(er) baritone saxophonist on the scene today. Member of the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, he filled Pepper's shoes; and what shoes they were. A great player: http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=plpp&v=lGfYkNgCshANow for something different. World Saxophone Qt. member Hamiett Bluiett is an acquired taste: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2UOjiIXyVNM |
Good comments, Rok. Agree with your assessment of the Canadian Brass recording; great brass players, but don't have the necessary feel and looseness for that music. The Oscar Brown Jr. recording is definitely a classic; I've always wondered why his recordings don't get more attention. Brackeen does indeed play great piano; although I have always been mixed about her playing. To me, she is, in some ways, one of the most beautiful pianists, but with a not completely convincing swing feel. This live recording is a perfect example of what I mean. She plays in a gorgeous rhapsodic style and uses the keyboard almost like an orchestra with her use of dense harmonies and textures with great flow and shape, but at around 4:30 when she goes into a double time swing feel things fall apart for me; too stiff and rushed. Still, beautiful playing. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=n3mTrBHRQPA |
Today's Playlist:
'The Jazz Soul of Porgy & Bess'
arranged and conducted by Bill Potts
Big Band take on the Gershwin Opera. No Vocals.
w/ Harry Edison, Art Framer, Zoot Sims, Bill Evans and others.
With this lineup of players, the playing is of course outstanding. I guess I missed the singing.
Canadian Brass -- Basin street
The songs on this CD should have qualified this CD as one of the best examples of New Orleans Jazz. All the great classic tunes are here. Not Close, no cigar.
World class brass players, but they didn't get the essence of the music. Maybe, what's missing is a rhythm section, or a clarinet. Or maybe they were just missing Louis!
I also have a Christmas CD by these guys. It was a disappointment also.
Joanne Brackeen -- Where Legends Dwell
w/Eddie Gomez and Jack De Johnette
Brackeen plays great piano. All tunes written by her. Eddie Gomez is a monster on Bass. I am not sure if this is her best work. I understand she also has a Maybeck Recital Hall CD. I will love to hear her on that one.
Oscar Brown Jr. -- Sin & Soul
A classic. Everyone has to have this one. Great song writing. Not a weak track. 'Rags and Old Iron' is one of the great songs. Lots of social commentary in the songs. And lots of humor also. Ain't got it? Git it!!
Cheers |
O-10:
Ref 'Trio Tres Bien' -- Nice music. As you said, sort of hard to stop listening once you start. I heard it all the way through.
One thing that sort of spoiled it for me was the packaging. Seems sort of amateurish.
A player should never have his picture on a Jazz Cd sitting at a portable electronic keyboard. Or holding a snare drum. They appear to be a group for local functions, weddings, birtdays etc.....
I could not get this outta my mind as I listened. Took away a little from the music.
But, they can play.
Cheers |
Pnmeyer:
I don't have the 'Awakening' by Jamal. I will have to find a way to listen to bits of it. I do have several of his CDs, that you have just put me in the mood to listen to.
Glad you liked Scott.
Cheers |
Acman3:
Glad you liked the mellow fellows. I listened to 'Town Hall Concert' Today. It's a great CD. A sad reminder of what a great loss Eric Dolphy was.
You are correct about Mingus being on the edge as a composer, but his groups were always very well rehearsed. I could always follow his music. His music never sounds arbitrary or without direction. 'Mingus At Antibes' is my favorite.
Cheers |
Etta Jones, one of my favorite singers, was never married to Houston Person, although they had a very strong musical bond and friendship.
I bought "Don't Go To Strangers" in 66, and it has many personal memories, I still have that LP plus a new one.
Rok, I'm still waiting for your comments on "Soul Brothers/ Soul Meeting" with Ray Charles and Milt Jackson, as well as the Trio Trebien.
Enjoy the music. |
Rok,
My copy of Jimmy Scott's "All the Way" arrived today. Sounds great. I liked it so much, I ordered a couple more of his CDs.
Another recommendation for folks haven't heard it-Ahmad Jamal Trio, "The Awakening" |
Acman3:
I was just kidding about the thread hijack thingy. Just messin' with the Frogman. After all, I am the Last person on this site to complain about hijacking a thread. I used to do it all the time. But only to those that needed to be hijacked. :)
I just pulled out my CD of Mingus' 'Town Hall Concert'. Will listen and give you my thoughts tomorrow. Thanks for mentioning what you are listening to. I am listening to a lot more Jazz since this thread was started.
BTW, did you know Etta Jones was / is married to Houston Person? Person just has to be the most underrated and under known player in all of Jazzdom! I have him on the CD 'Jazz in an R&B Groove, vol 1' One of the most enjoyable Jazz Cds ever!
Cheers |
Rok, No intention of a thread hijack, please look at it as a small supplement.
I have been enjoying your lists. Even ordered and am listening to the Mellow Fellows, on vinyl. Very good indeed.
I stumbled across Etta Jones by way of the great Houston Persons, and agree she is wonderful.
Walter Davis? I need to pick some more of his work up.
Mingus "Town Hall Concert" ; Listen to what Byard is doing to create tension. Mingus as a composer was on the EDGE too! |
Frogman:
Firstly, I was stunned into speechlessness!! The thread has apparently been highjacked by entrepreneurs engaged in the manufacture of silk purses!
Also:
A certain FRAU, has decreed, that weekends will be reserved for listening to 'Hits from the Fatherland'! So I have been jamming to the three B's. Beethoven, Bach and Brahmns. So I am behind in my 'Reviews".
The thingy on Jaco was interesting. I wonder why Jazz of all genres arouses such controversy.
Cheers |
Rok, your silence is deafening ;-) |
Thanks for sharing this track, Acman3.
I like it! |
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Vic is da' man!! One heck of a nice guy, I agree!!!
Learsfool, that must have been great!!
John McLaughlin "Belo Horizonte"
I like all of his stuff, but this is a gem! |
