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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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Here's a brand new album that just came out (strange name) where's he from? His mama dressed him funny too. (Rok, made me do it.) Ulf's music is quite interesting, I think it could stand more than one listen; what do you think?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t17xCUqPf6k

That Japanese jazz was too stereotypical for me, it sounds like something I've heard a thousand and one times.

Enjoy the music.
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*****That Japanese jazz was too stereotypical for me, it sounds like something I've heard a thousand and one times.***

No kidding? It could be because they imitate very well. But I am determined to push on. After we circumvent the globe, you might come to agree with me, that Jazz, nowadays, only has two legitimate sources, The US and Cuba. Most of the rest, is just soundwave generation.

Cheers
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The Youn Sun Nah clip was great. Really enjoyed it. BUT, the visual part was crucial to enjoying it. Not so sure I would like an entire CD of her. But watching and hearing her do her thing was great.

A duet with Bobby McFerrin would be very interesting. Throw in Jon Hendricks and we would have a BIG BAND!!

Cheers
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rok2id
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The Ulf Clip:

Nice playing. My problem is, I just can't form a mental picture of this type performance. I can SEE Mingus and Miles etc... along with hearing them. I guess you like him because, along with you and Spike Jones, he shares the same tailor.

Cheers
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Today's Listen:

Lest we forget what the real thing sounds like. When Oscar brings his A-game, he is without peer. This CD, is his A-Game. "Cleanhead" plays Alto only. No vocals. :(

Oscar Peterson -- OSCAR PETERSON+HARRY EDISON+EDDIE"CLEANHEAD" VINSON

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCX7oHbyNVU

Ellington & Basie -- DUKE ELLINGTON MEETS COUNT BASIE

I have had this one a while. Just received a SACD copy. The Basie and Ellington playing together. What else is there to say? Priceless banter during the recording session!! Also the pictures in the booklet are wonderful.

Can there be a better job in music than playing Trumpet in the Ellington or Basie Band????

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLaxVQvwcOI

Cheers
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