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I suspect CDs will be with us for quite some time. The advantage they have over LPs and cassettes is that they are digital, so it's more likely that future physical formats or encoding schema can be made backward-compatible to the CD - perhaps with an external data retrieval device (e.g., CD transport). Yes, I believe (sadly) that the world of data storage is moving digital, and recorded music is just another data storage exercise. Long live analog!

Spotted in the local shop. Would be happy to pick up for a board regular, if anyone's looking for them. Provided that they are still there on my next visit. No guarantees.

I'm too senile to remember. Which, I suppose, suggests Unless senility/ignorance really is bliss. In which case...

I say "Arrrrrghhhhh! Turn it off!" Sorry, I'm being a bit harsh on Mr. Harley, but he's not my cup of tea - perhaps a shotglass full, but not a whole cup. I've got a half-dozen of his recordings, including one or more he put out on his own label a few years ago ('Brotherly Love' on Tartan Pride label, or some such thing.) Bagpipe Blues, Scotch and Soul, Tribute to Courage and Recreation of the Gods (which I don't have) came out in the sixties, I believe. Perhaps one more. Kings and Queens? I heard that he was scheduled for a performance last year at Idlewild. I wasn't there. Personally, I'd rather hear him play tenor, flute or soprano, though I can't say he's particularly inspiring on any. Here's a promo for the Rufus Harley documentary/movie: http://www.wyattworks.com/film_rf.htm Listen in good health.

Chuck Isreals has been a great contributor to jazz through education; I 'grew' quite a bit musically during my time in his jazz program in California. Whether he was a better pairing with Bill Evans that Scott LaFaro or Eddie Gomez...? Perhaps I'm a bit biased.

I have letters published in Stereophile every few months (every letter I send). They all make fun of the industry and reviewers, so they're easy to spot, even under pseudonyms. I usually get a ROTFLMAO reply from the editor when I send them in, then crackpot messages from readers.

If that Blue Note Board ever reopens with any history, perhaps my list of 150 or so Rhythm-based songs will resurface. Many good ones. Like the Flintstones Theme.

Let's see...about three years now. I almost broke down and bought a Bud Powell Blue Note box for $9 a week or so ago, but resisted temptation.

Spotted a copy of this for a reasonable price. Just weighing the pros and cons of the box versus individual discs versus...? I know the music is priceless. Any thoughts appreciated.

I only had my car six days before it was broken into. And pushed over a cliff. Hope you have better luck with yours.

THE man on jazz bassoon is Illinois Jacquet. (I'm just certain that tenor sax thing was just a dalliance.)

If there are 'classics' in jazz autobiography, I suppose Hawes' is one of the tops (along with Art Pepper and a few others). It's real-er than life in many parts, but an indispensible perspective on people like Hawes (era, genre, location, etc.) Out of print for many years, it's a nice one to have back.

Perhaps it was just my frame of mind, but I enjoyed this book more than Mathieson's other recent effort (Cookin'). Both had wonderful artist selections (though not enough 'talent deserving wider attention' for my taste). Giant Steps contained more personality and a bit more critical judgment, it seemed to me. Anyone else read this?

...to say nothing of the smell...

It's like a healing wound. It hurts to touch/look, but it's hard to resist.

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Some are good. Some are less-so. Good: I like the couple of Wardell Gray discs and the Charles Tollivers. There's some nice Dexter Gordon and one good Bud Powell (Strictly Confidential). Top marks to Kenny Dorham's West 42nd Street (which is actually Rocky Boyd's, but that's another story). The Randy Weston (Berkshire Blues) is quite enjoyable as is the Dollar Brand (Anatomy of a South African Village). Teddy Wilson plays well on his (Blues for Thomas Waller) and the two Hamp Hawes discs are also good (Live at Montmrtre and Blues for Bud). Duke Pearson in a trio (Bag's Groove)! Other reasonably good ones that I have dimmer memories of include the Art Ensemble (Tutankhaman and The Spiritual), a Don Byas (Walkin'), Dave Burrell, Sonny Stitt (Autumn in New York), Paul Bley (Touching) and Joanne Brackeen (Invitation). Other predictible sessions from Bill Coleman, Stephane Grapelli and Earl Hines. I think the Buddy Tate and Brew Moore (Svingtet 14) were pretty good too. There's an Ayler (Goin' Home) that didn't grab me, and a pretty typical Eddie Vinson (Jamming the Blues), a Philly Joe Big Band (Mo Joe) and a Jimmy Witherspoon with Jay McShann that's what you'd expect. Dimmer memories still of the Oliver Lake (Heavy Spirits), Ted Curson (Tears for Dolphy). One you've probably already got on some other label: the Nat Cole/Buddy Rich sessions (Anatomy of a Jam Session). Almost forgot another nice one: Cliff Jackson (Carolina Shout) Dang, what am I forgetting? Well, that's off the top of my head. If you want to know any more about any of these, I'll happily give them a mind-refreshing spin. I suppose that's a testimony for Black Lion's overall quality right there. By the way, don't pay much for any of these: they're typically US$3-5, new or used.

I've been an IAJRC member for maybe a decade. I do find the emphasis on pre-war jazz a shortcoming. But I've accepted the bias because we all have them - individuals and organizations alike. There are plenty of places where the bias is on post-war jazz - just think of those Internet bulletin boards. The magazine is very good and exhibits the pre-war bias in only a few spots - usually the feature bio-discographies. The reviews run almost the enitire range of jazz. I did have a heck of a time at my first convention. I had pleasant conversations with many attendees, right up until I mentioned the name of a bebopper or hard bopper. Eventually, I found a guy with more modern tastes and we ended up seeking refuge in our own world for significant portions of the get together. Still, IAJRC members are a sincere and dedicated lot, with an abundance of resources at their disposal (including time, for many of the retirees). Whether I care to see a collection of hotel registration pages for every hotel where Trummy Young ever bedded down or not, however...

Dizzy Reece - Manhattan Project (Beehive) Cootie Williams Orchestra (Almanac) Alan Broadbant/Gary Foster (Concord) Alan Shorter - Orgasm Charlie Christian Box (aka Christian plays the same three songs over and over and over...) Teddy Wilson - Running Wild Anthony Braxton - In The Tradition and Montreux Glenn Gould - Back Goldberg Variations Led Zeppelin - Presence Kraftwerk - The Mix Parliament - Mothership Connection Fred Hersch - Trio at Village Vanguard (recommended)

Looking for magazine that Brad refers to in this thread: http://www.organissimo.org/forum/index.php...T&f=5&t=541&hl= Any help greatly appreciated!

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A great player... An ambassador from a great era of jazz... And, in my experience, a nice guy. RIP, Teddy Edwards.

Lee's own set is my favorite. I've always liked his early stuff best. (I suppose I could say that of almost every musician...but that's the makings of another thread - early or late career.)

I like travel. And you? I try to avoid spots that attract lots of travelers or tourists. And I always travel alone. Would love to hear about the travel destinations, experiences and dreams of other board folk. If there seems to be any interest out there, I'll share a few of my own.

I mentioned the quality of CX racing in the United States' Northeast area, but the Belgians (and certain other Northern Europeans) RULE at this discipline. I went over there and just got humiliated. Headed back to the States with tail between legs.