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| Jazz for aficionados Malaguena -- was on one of the first Classical records I owned. A 101 strings LP. One of my favorites. I am am now searching for an up to date recording , orchestral, of the great Spanish music. The CD of the 101 strings' 'Soul of Spain' sounds ho... | |
| Jazz for aficionados *****very few people realize what RAP is. It's not music***You joshing me?? hahahahahaWell based on your statement, I am one of the chosen few!CheersBTW, saw a thingy on tv today about local RAPPERS in the Republic of Georgia. It's everywhere, it'... | |
| Jazz for aficionados http://www.pbs.org/newshour/businessdesk/2013/06/how-to-conduct-beethoven-and-m.htmlVery interesting. There was also a segment on PBS today concerning the pay scales and job oppourtunities for classical musicians, dancers and singers in the US. I ... | |
| Jazz for aficionados O-10:Very good. I like Dorothy Ashby. I listened to 'Misty' and 'House of The Rising Sun' along with the link you sent.The harp did not sound out of place in the least. She had good players in the group also.Music like this and you just know there... | |
| Anthonyn Cordesman on Edward Snowden The CIA and our other intelligence agencies have budgets so large they are ashamed to make them public, yet that traitorous piece of filth still breathes.I can remember when they could change governments around the world. Now they are impotent in ... | |
| Jazz for aficionados Olatunji: Now that's a blast from the past. I have that tune on his 'Drums of Passion' CD.I listened to him back in my Dylan, Baez, Saint-marie, (the young have all the answers) Phase.The drumming is good. I just get tired, and quickly, of the rep... | |
| Jazz for aficionados Normally I own all the CDs I 'review'. These are exceptions. But not for long. High quality Video, Audio and Performances. I recommend anything by Bebo Valdes. I Discovered Diego El Cigala thru BBC music magazine article. He and Bebo are awesome ... | |
| Jazz for aficionados I can't turn my back for five minutes, and you guys are right back in that third world stuff. I thought you had all been converted to the real deal. Remember, it don't mean a thing, if.........Looking for Religion? May i suggest this!http://www.yo... | |
| Jazz for aficionados Recent Arrival:Freddie Hubbard & Jimmy heath JAM GEMS - "LIVE" AT THE LEFT BANKGreat Live recording. You know the audience is there, but it adds to the peformance. The sound is, as if you are sitting in the crowd. Might not be to 'audiophile' ... | |
| Jazz for aficionados Speaking of famous solos:Would anyone care to comment on Paul Gonsalves' 'Interlude' :) on 'Diminuendo in Blue and Crescendo in Blue'? Ellington at Newport.I will assume we all have this! If not, turn in your Jazz Aficionado membership Card.Cheers | |
| Jazz for aficionados Call and response. I should have said that. Considering how much Gospel I have heard in my life.Thanks for your input.Cheers | |
| Jazz for aficionados Speaking of great music. Currently watching 'HIGH NOON'. What would that movie be without the soundtrack. Just good, not great. Great commentary on human reaction to fear and pressure.Cheers | |
| Jazz for aficionados I felt the trumpet was 'commenting' on the lyrics of the song, or, talking to a seperate audience as DR John was telling his story.Simple playing, but taken in context, it is awesome!! The inflections spoke of 'outrage' or 'are you kidding me?'Pro... | |
| Jazz for aficionados O-10:I liked the Blakey cut from the Drum CD. I have that on LP, but I will now have to get it on CD, Seems like everytime you post, it costs me money.What other music do you listen to besides Jazz? And will someone pleeaassseee comment on Dr John... | |
| Jazz for aficionados Thanks for all the info on Cuban bass, Players and technique. Sort of like what The Frogman said about Mariachi trumpet, the Bass playing readily identifies Cuban Music. Or at least some types of Cuban Music.I have the Cachao 'Master Sessions vol ... |