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This is the only time when a band honoring another musician really succeeded.*****
The larger the original group the more likely it can continue after the creator has passed on. The Ellington and Basie Bands come to mind. But I agree these folks do a fantastic job of capturing the spirit of Mingus.
This is true because they are often honoring a composer. Playing his music, rather than trying to play like the person.
Now, if someone wanted to honor Miles or Trane, getting a rhythm section together would be possible, but who would be Miles / Trane?
Cheers
The larger the original group the more likely it can continue after the creator has passed on. The Ellington and Basie Bands come to mind. But I agree these folks do a fantastic job of capturing the spirit of Mingus.
This is true because they are often honoring a composer. Playing his music, rather than trying to play like the person.
Now, if someone wanted to honor Miles or Trane, getting a rhythm section together would be possible, but who would be Miles / Trane?
Cheers