Alex, thank you for the introduction to Ganelin Trio. I agree with your description; impressive musicians. I previously commented that "free jazz" sometimes is no more than bs masquerading as jazz; these players definitely do not fall into that category. Impressive interplay and musical intuition; all with a uniquely and subtle ethnic (non-American) slant, as it should be. In its way, very soulful. I’m sure it doesn’t come as a surprise that I don’t feel that fusion is a dead end at all; and the notion is, as you say, only a theory. If the discussion continues I think you may reconsider. You pose a very interesting question. I will offer some thoughts when I have more time.
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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Acman3, great clips all; thanks. I've been a fan of Makowics for some time; very interesting player. Larry Young; monster player. This has been one of my all time favorite records; amazing lineup: https://m.youtube.com/watch?list=PLOL4BdmfT02hjS1WELDBOEr4Nk37kqI7O&v=vJ3c3kj2t_A Fast forward to 1973 (again): Yet another Miles alum in one of the most interesting fusion projects of that period: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kkS6puZXfhU |
Duke's piano: Thanks for the heads up. I think I'll pass; I already have Basie's and my wife would kill me since I'm holding out for Cecil Taylor's. I think you'll like this: Cecil Taylor in 1973: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=RSv0uR-uupU |
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