Jazz for aficionados

Rok, Frogman, I really appreciate you guys telling me you're leaving, and not leave me waiting for your next post; but without you two, there is no thread.

Frogman, your going away present has been the most consistent tune in my universe. Without a doubt, this has been the most enjoyable thread I've ever participated in, and thanks to you I've learned a lot as well.

Rok, you made this thread every bit as much as me, we made it together with your reviews. "Eliminate the negative, and accentuate the positive", I forgot where that came from, but I'm sure you remember. I've tried to make that a constant theme in my life; for example, what has this thread contributed to my tranquillity and peace of mind? In these stressful times, have I found it to be a pleasant divergence? After you answer those questions, you might discover that this thread means more to you than you think. In a storm, the willow bends while the mighty oak stands firm. After a storm, many times the mighty oak is flat on it's back while the willow tree is still standing.

This thread could be more important to the three of us than we realize. Since the holidays are upon us, and it's time to turn our attention to other things, this is a good time to take a break; but if anyone wants to restart this thread, just post.

Enjoy the music.

O-10:

You are a sage! And a diplomat! And I am glad I got to know you. Thanks for the kind words, but you were always the soul and spirit of this thread.

Is it possible to carry on via email? I think you are correct when you say, we are going to miss it.

The best to you, and yours, always. And thanks for being just an all around good guy. A rarity on this Site!

Cheers

Rok, you were right in regard to your assessment of Leontyne Price and "Summertime"; it was from a Negro opera that came out in 1940, her version was perfect, but it was not the one that swept me away.

Remember when me and Frogman jumped all over you about "Moonlight In Vermont"; this is the same thing in reverse, you preferred a version that didn't stick to the script. Music is SUBJECTIVE and what sounds good to you is all that counts.

In no way am I saying that you should change anything; however, I am saying that we must accept one another as we are. Whatever petty point of contention between you and Frogman, that went on and on, should have been dropped before it reached this stage.

Enjoy the music.

******In no way am I saying that you should change anything; however, I am saying that we must accept one another as we are. Whatever petty point of contention between you and Frogman, that went on and on, should have been dropped before it reached this stage.******

O-10, as always, you are a voice of reason. I agree with all you said. Maybe I will learn someday, not to sweat the small stuff.

BTW, after playing The Fairfield Four's 'Standing In The Safety Zone', at the appropiate volume this morning, all is right in my Kingdom! Makes one feel glad to be alive. Puts all other things in their proper petty place.

I have two new(to me), Ellington CDs. 'Three Suites'(includes his take on 'The Nutcracker') and 'The Ellington Suites'. Are you familiar with them?

What is your opinion on buying 'refurbished' speakers?

Cheers

I buy raw speakers from Parts Express and tailer them to my taste. If you got a really good buy, and you like the cabinet, YES. After you purchased them, the people at Parts Express could help make them the perfect speaker for you; ask a lot of questions about the crossover. By replacing existent capacitors for better caps will give you an audiophile speaker.

I hope that helps.