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Drew Peacock

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  1. I keep thinking of ways to increase my income to maintain the same % of music expense. I've gone through similar periods where I buy more than I can consume but I've been good about spreading the artists around. That said, I have way to much: Wynton Marsalis
  2. I never get tired of this Trombone CD.
  3. I just heard a Ray Charles recording 'Roll with my Baby' and damn if he didn't sound exactly the same as Nat. I did a double take on my iPod when I realized it was Ray singing.
  4. What? I'm interested in your perspective. I was referencing the original article, not Ramsey's which I admit I haven't read.
  5. I"m not nearly as pessimistic about the future of jazz as stated in the original article. There are signs that the youth market is moving away from the pop music found on most FM radio stations into a much broader spectrum of music. They enjoy finding new bands that are unknown. They are much more willing to experiment and purchase a single by an unknown after hearing a clip on itunes. I do think that the article makes a valid point about needing to market to the young. There are plenty of studies that show that children are able to pick up a 2nd language much more quickly than an adult. I feel that the same applies to jazz. One only needs to look around to the current jazz musicians as futher evidence. Many many of them had parents that were either performing musicians or at least had a wide varity of music to listen to when growing up. This early exposure leads to better understanding, deeper listening, and a wider acceptance of music in general. I never understood why musicians do not perform free concerts in schools as a way of marketing themselves. Heck, it's a daytime gig so it's not likely lost income from another paying job. I remember hearing bands when I was in High School. I distinctly recall having the Air Force Jazz Band perform at my school which had a lasting impression on me. I see little downside in marketing jazz this way and would expect that most schools would embrace these types of programs. They want to offer programs that exposure students to the Arts but have great difficulty due to dismal budgets.
  6. I was browsing Amazon today in the George Russell section. I came across this MP3 download for $1.78. I'm not at my home computer but the minute I get home I'll be downloading this puppy. Link
  7. I've never heard of Manfred before this thread. I checked out his bio and discography at AllMusic which didn't seem to enthusiastic over his music. He has only a handful of recordings and the 'pick' is 10 years after these recordings were released with no other recordings during those 10 years. There has to be a story behind this. I'm curious why there is so much interest in this re-release. I must be missing something.
  8. I'm one of the people who may make the large prize lottery tickets appealing. I realize that the odds of winning are zero which is why I don't play these games.....unless the jackpot hits $100 million or more. Then I play. It's worth the $1 investment to me just to dream of having all that money. I find it to be a pleasurable distraction from the day to day drudge, thinking about the moment where I give notice to work. I then think of all the 'things' I want to buy. New House, vacation house, cars, new computer, etc. I then realize that I really only need a couple mil to make me happy. I dream about how to share the wealth - open a jazz club, help the sick and poor, help my neighborhood. When I think about rubbing elbows with the rich and famous (I'm sure they'll invite me to parties once my net worth is above a certain level) and have already decided that if I win I'll never allow myself to stoop this low. I'm now allowed into their club now so if they want me they better send me an invite before the winning numbers are announced. I just noticed your last comment Dan. I think the line is 'I spend my money on booze, whores, and weed. The rest I waste.'
  9. I just saw the Star thingy on my profile. I have only 2 and its depressing the hell out of me. Can we have some transparancy here? I'd like to see who's rating me.
  10. This thread is interesting to me. I've never really gotten into Chets sound but I think that is because I'm only familiar with the music that received airplay on the radio. I don't own any of this recordings and never had the desire to dig into his career. I have a friend who is learning to play the trumpet at the age of 50. His goal is to be able to play Chets solos note for note. He can do this on the harmonica but has picked up the trumpet with just this one goal in mind. He holds Chet in high regard - easily on par with Miles Davis. That's a stretch for me. Could his commercial success be one of the reasons why he is controversial? Have I been exposed only to his mediocre output?
  11. Damn, I missed the video before it was removed. I'm looking forward to hearing your music and thought this was my chance.
  12. Wow Lon, this is one impressive thread. It speaks volumes about you as a person. Happy Birthday to you!
  13. Chuck Nessa Fest: Air - Air Time Fred Anderson - The Missing Link Von Freeman - Serenade & Blues Roscoe Mitchell - Congliptious Roscoe Mitchell - Nonaah Roscoe Mitchell - Snurdy McGurdy and Her Dancin' Shoes Hal Russell NRG Ensemble Hal Russell NRG Ensemble + Charles Tayler - Generation Wadada Leo Smith - Procession of the Great Ancestry Charles Tyler Ensemble - Saga of the Outlaws I'm sure you were wondering who's behind the mask. :blush2:
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