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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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rok2id
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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! :)
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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
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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
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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.
frogman
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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.
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