Frogman,to me Kaz seems to be very much in command of his instrument and his choice of music and its execution on this album (and on year 1960) sounds thougtfull,but playfull,with 'twists and turns' that are interesting to follow which may not be the case for lots of music of that era,if talking about the one with soul or blues foundation. It reminds me on Eddie DeCosta,as hee seemmed to play somewhat untipical music too.
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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alex, I just listened to all 3 songs off of the Fred Kaz album "Eastern Exposure" I like the groove of the first song "Ameer" but the other 2 songs I found nothing "catchy" in them to keep me interested. All Music site lists only 4 albums with him as a leader. I did some research and apparently Kaz started working in Hollywood in the early 60's. Here is the story: https://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/theater/chi-fred-kaz-legendary-musical-director-at-seco... |
Thank you for your time frogman. Digital can’t reproduce that hall , at full cry ,as the principal said , the strings have a sheen and the winds are like a mountain spring . You hear a round tymph and can hear a slight snare swish or a singer minus mike in the highest seat in the hall . I usually tell knowledgeable classical fans its a bit like the Concertgebouw because I knowif i told them it is better they won’t believe me .It has the lowest prices of any major American Orchestra ,+ 2 kids get in free, that and their outreach is what I’m most proud of and why I send then money . |
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