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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
orpheus10 OP
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Rok, what's most amazing about these "old killers" are the new things I'm discovering from them. When I bought them ages ago, I simply listened, enjoyed the music without going into the "sidemen" who made it happen. Now that I'm more aware of how important they are in making the music, I can appreciate each contribution, which means I appreciate the music even more now than I did before. Keep em coming!

Enjoy the music.
orpheus10 OP
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Frogman, your post came in right on time, I was in the mood for some "cool jazz" when I heard Thad Jones and Mel Lewis; yes, all you musicians and the music you make is worthy of thanks, and I appreciate it every day.

Enjoy the music.
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rok2id
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O-10:

*****When I bought them ages ago, I simply listened, enjoyed the music without going into the "sidemen" who made it happen. Now that I'm more aware of how important they are in making the music,******

You nailed it. I feel the same. I am now even more aware of that on the old Motown stuff. A lot of Jazz guys played in the bands backing the popular Motown groups. One reason why it was the pinnacle of POP music.

I used to really "Dig" this guy. I have lots of his stuff on LP. See and hear him differently now.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlaygvkd-Vc

Did you notice on the Preservation Hall clip, there was no Clarinet or Banjo!! Not a good sign. Esp for a Nawlins based group.

Cheers
orpheus10 OP
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Szabo covers so many different genre's that almost everybody can find something they like by him. "Gypsy Queen" looks interesting and it has a lot of good pictures.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7KgUqF-XaE

I like his work with Chico Hamilton;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BJNxVf_iLM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-s4eojiVSc

Today, I'm going through old "Stereophile magazines" looking for new music; don't expect much, but like Charley Brown who keeps hoping Lucy is going to hold that football, I keep trying.

Enjoy the music.
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rok2id
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Time is near.

A CARNEGIE HALL CHRISTMAS -- (DVD) Battle,von Sade, Previn and Marsalis. Orch of St Lukes. Jazz, and Christmas Music. What else can you ask for?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XIjGei8zG8

SONGS OF ANGELS: CHRISTMAS HYMNS & CAROLS -- The best carol singing ever!! Not a Jingle Bell or Red Nose in sight. Robert Shaw Chamber Singers.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIA7uYQX2HA

MESSIAH -- My favorite Messiah. Battle, Quivar, Aler, and Ramey. Toronto Sym / Andrew Davis. Highlights, of course.:)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lPua8dLlFQ

THE MANY MOODS OF CHRISTMAS -- Again, Awesome singing. Just Outstanding!! There are two recordings under this name. This is the one with Atlanta/Robert Shaw.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_V16R6saE6k

You have to have these!

Cheers
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