bertrand

Andrew Hill uses Ron Horton when he does use a trumpet player, and I think they are a very good fit. I've talked to Ron a few times, and he has a very deep understanding of Andrew's music. If Andrew is hired to play in a quartet setting, then he seems to choose a sax rather than a trumpet. Most touring quartets are sax + rhythm, rather than trumpet + rhythm. I wonder why that is? Bertrand.

Is there any hope those magical 50% off coupons from last summer will make a reappearance? I still haven't finished going through all the goodies I bought! Bertrand.

Chuck, Please tell us more about the unissued Freddie Redd date. Is this the unissued trio date that is listed in the Mosaic Redd booklet as having been recorded at the same date as Lonely City? Thanks, Bertrand.

Is the second track really called 'Domino', or is it the song 'Domingo' which Golson recorded elsewhere? Bertrand.

I read somewhere that bass player John Menegon's new CD features his current boss, the great Dewey Redman. In light of the fact that Dewey hardly gets to record anymore (and a shame that is - he played beautifully with Jane Bunnett in December), I was thinking of hunting for it. I could find no mention on the web, however. Has anyone heard this? What label is it on? What tunes do they do? Is Dewey on all or most of it? Who else is on it? Where can I find it at not too exorbitant a cost? Thanks in advance, Bertrand.

I think he listened to them - he just didn't include them in his book. The complete history of BN has yet to be written. An album like Evolution cannot be glossed over. It didn't have the influence it should have had, but it's a highly original and satisfying record nonetheless. Bertrand.

He even boasts in the intro about skipping Moncur. I hope this shows up at daedalus books at a discount. I picked up Szwed's Miles book for a fraction of the list price (the fraction is 1/4, to be exact), and they have other remainders of recently issued books. I would galdly pay $7-$8 for Cook's shallow book, but not the list price. Bertrand.

Weizen, Are there really alternates on the JRVG, including one of 'Weaver Of Dreams' which is not even on the Connoisseur? And if so, does Shorter really solo on it (he only plays on the intro on the master take)? And is this alternate really up-tempo, or do you perhaps mean 'Marie Antoinette' instead? Speaking of 'Marie Antoinette', did anyone ever notice how Bill Lee appropriated part of the head for the soundtrack to 'She's Gotta Have It'? I believe it's the fragment entitled 'He's On It'. Bertrand.

Not only was Aric's check good, but Weizy was selling him a CD he ripped off from Starbucks, so he really came out ahead!!! Bertrand.

BruceH, About that Tom Hanks - directed movie. On the one-hand, I appreciated the names of some of my heroes (Dorham and others) being dropped. On the other hand, I thought the character of the black bell boy near the end of the film was totally racist - a throwback to Minstrel shows. My wife and I had a very icky feeling when we saw this on the screen. Surprisingly, none of the reviewer's mentioned this at the time, so I did not expect it. Bertrand.

Jim, Mike, Thanks for the info - I actually got it last week, and hadn't had a chance to post an update. I can't believe I didn't check Brian's book - my mind has just gone since I turned 40. It sure does sound like Jackie on both 'Confirmation' and 'Just Bohemia'. I agree with Jim that the latter tune is very interesting. From Mingus' announcement, I seem to gather that it is *not* his composition. I wonder who wrote it. Also interesting is the jazztet's version of 'Serenata'. This is the same tune that Wayne Shorter plays on Alegria. This is the second instance I know of of a classical piece arranged by Wayne that Golson got to before him (Golson also does 'Valse Triste' under the title 'Tryst' on Stockholm Sojourn). Wayne credits it to Leroy Anderson, but the jazztet version is credited it to 'Bloom'. Danilo Perez also has a tune with that title on a CD from a few years back (must be the same tune), but it's Brad Mehldau who plays on the tune on the Shorter CD. Jim, did you notice how the Anita O'Day set is by-passed in the liner notes? Bertrand.

Leeway, Bohemian Caverns has a *very* bad reputation among musicians, which is why I did not suggest it. It's a nice room, but there's a risk of getting burned. Just a warning... Bertrand.

It also helps lower the risk of lung cancer, what with all those post-coital cigarettes you're not having. Bertrand.

Would Dewey Redman be included, or had he left San Francisco before the period you are investigating? Bertrand.

Guy, Do you happen to know what tunes they played? Thanks, Bertrand.

Speaking of Letterman, one time his top ten list was: 'top ten yo-yo tricks'. he then proceeded to read it: 'slamming the monkey, chocking the chicken' etc. He stopped around number five, and said something like: 'that doesn't seem right' and read a different list. It was hilarious. The audience was in stitches. These guys are Australian, right? Then I propose a new euphemism: 'caressing the koala'. Bertrand.

Who was doing anything like Blood On The Fields before Wynton was doing it? The real question is, who will ever want to do it again! Bertrand.

Jackie took some time off for health reasons last year. However, he did a week at the Iridium in May (for his 72nd birthday). I was told he played great. I think he is slowly coming back on the scene, and I hope I can see him at his annual pre-Xmas bash at the Vanguard (I had to skip the Iridium, unfortunately). Recordings are another issue. He hasn't recorded since Nature Boy in the late 90s. When I asked Evered on the old board about the status of his affiliation with BN, I got the customary rude reply. It's amazing to me that a player of his stature has trouble getting a record deal. It's not like he has chop problems - he played superbly at the Andrew Hill/Jackie McLean/Bobby Hutcherson/Billy Higgins show in NYC in June 2000. He's just not a young lion, and lazy record companies find that harder to market. I for one will continue to buy any record he makes and see him as much as possible. He is one of the few survivors from a uniquely creative era in jazz the likes of which we will never see again. There is still great music being made today, but Jackie's era was special. That's just my opinion, of course. Bertrand.

Congratulations! Bertrand.

The study also suggests that listening to Charles LLoyd's Dream Weaver while doing the deed will further reduce the risk. Bertrand.

Dewey Redman - The Struggle Continues (ECM). This is the best record you've never heard. Bertrand.

Stefan's recommendation of the Black Cat is excellent, but I think you also have a very good shot with either of the two main jazz clubs in town that book out-of-town talent. 1. Blues Alley (www.bluesalley.com) 202-337-4141 (ask for Ralph). They seem to make an effort to experiment on weeknights (week-ends are often very commercial), so it's worth a try. Of course, they are booked for a while. 2. Twins (www.twinsjazz.com) 202-234-0072 (ask for Kelley - if she asks if you are famous, say yes). Twins is a funny place, but they do get very good music. I think they don't pay much, and I've been told they often are unreliable. Since you know Bill Heid, who plays there often, he may give you an opinion. Some people play there often, others never go back. But the atmosphere is more 'real', IMHO. Hope you can make it to D.C. I'm dying to meet those luscious boogaloo sisters. Bertrand.

Fuckheads. They know damn well that most of us came here. I don't get anywhere near those other two boards. To me, this change in their message clearly indicates that they have decided not to reopen. In a couple of weeks, it will be 'the BNBB has permanently closed' and then the same recommendations. I get all I need right here, and I barely have time to post anymore due to some 'personal issues' anyway. Thanks again to b3-er and company for starting this up! Bertrand.

Could someone post the correct track listing for the Blue Note CD of Booby Hutcherson's San Francisco? I know the CD listing is incorrect. Thanks in advance, Bertrand.

Connoisseur, Please tell me more about Salim Washington. He will be in D.C. in a couple of weeks, and I'm not familiar with him at all. Thanks, Bertrand.