Jim R

Okay, it looks like I may have mis-spoken. For my previous post, I was relying on my Chet Baker discography (Lerfeldt/Sjogren; 1985). I just pulled out the booklet from Mosaic 122 (quartets with Freeman- studio), which is the most recent printed discography I have, and TTIG is not shown for Feb 15, 1954, as it was in the 1985 discography. So, there appears to be an error here someplace. Fwiw, the Mosaic discography lists the '53 recording as being released on the following: LP 11 ("Chet Baker Sings" - 10 inch) PJ 1222 ("Chet Baker Sings") WP 1826 (doctored reissue of 1222)

I'd have to dig around in my various CD's to see where each track appeared, but "The Thrill Is Gone" was recorded by each of those groups on the dates you mentioned. In other words, both are correct.

I like this duet even better... Btw, Mariano led one of the great piano trios (Sambalanço Trio) in Brazil in the 60's.

I believe that's Cesar Camargo Mariano on piano, whom she was married to at the time. For some reason, this particular performance leaves me a little cold... seems like she's mailing it in a bit (compared to other versions I've heard). By comparison, I also miss the depth of the arrangement and group sound of Jobim's Banda Nova performances of this tune.

"congo"? Somebody tell Bob Cunningham to cool it with the damn stamper already. I have absolutely no memory of posting this query, so thanks for reminding me. Curious and obsessive creature that I am, I'm... on the trail.

A subtle dig at Frank Rehak?

Tamla-esque.

I think there may be another brazilian tune (somewhat of a standard, possibly) that has similarities to these, but my brain hasn't been able to retrieve it as of yet...

I agree also, and as others posted here back when it was released, I thought Whitaker was probably a poor choice in general for the role. I only saw the film once, and although the opportunity has been there to watch it again on cable, I don't have the slightest desire to even watch a single scene. I'm a fan of a number of Eastwood films, but he really disappointed me with this one.

That's a 1950's Saarinen for Knoll side table... being abused. Cool! I know the feeling, btw. Not all those classic designs were classic in terms of functionality. I hope nobody sits on those 78's.

Yes. I want to say you get an extra 10%, but I can't remember for sure. I've never gone the credit route, since I'm not buying much these days.

The only 12" 78 I ever owned (and the only one I ever saw, I think) was a two or three disc 'album'... The Art Tatum Trio (with Stewart and Grimes). It was on Asch, I think. David Stone Martin cover art.

I've sold quite a few CD's to them over the past few years, and I've been very satisfied. Like TTK, I e-mail them a list of titles (providing all the details they request with respect to the exact CD issue being sold, which makes it more efficient for both parties), and they send the list back with individual quotes. I send them a boxfull via media mail, and they promptly send me a check. DG pays what I consider to be very reasonable prices, and sometimes they surprise me with how much they're willing to pay for something. They've been nothing but professional and reliable. One time, I accidentally sent them a CDR, and they were very cool about it. I didn't ask them to do it, but they actually sent the CDR back to me (at their cost) along with the check for the CD's. I've also sold them some LP's. For the most part, that went equally well for me, but when it came to some of the more vintage/collectible stuff I was offering them, I had to decline their offers in some cases. Overall though, they were fair, and I sold them some LP's for very good money which would have likely been tough to sell myself (some Brazilian things and odds and ends). Never have bought any used CD's from them (primarily because I'm not buying many CD's at all these days). I've glanced at their used listings a few times, and the prices seemed a bit high to me (which helps explain why I'm pretty happy with what they will pay for used discs).

A quick google search revealed that 'At Jazz Alley' was issued on CD in Japan: http://eil.com/shop/moreinfo.asp?catalogid=492454 I found no evidence of 'That Old Feeling' having been issued on CD.

Nice to see this happen. Thanks for the info, brownie.

True. Just out of curiosity, though, have you ever had a serious ear infection in your adult life? Good article. The only thing I found odd was this: "I consulted a local ear, nose and throat specialist. In lieu of antibiotics that could have taken days to heal the infection, the doctor performed a Myringotomy, a minor surgical procedure. He punctured my eardrum, drained the fluid and inserted a plastic tube." For me, the steroid (prednisone) was the thing that solved the problem, and it began producing results within 12 hours after my first dose. Even before I began the second antibiotic Augmentin, I was told that a steroid would be the next step taken (before going to an ENT doctor for surgery) if the Augmentin failed to do the trick.

FWIW, I was using both Sudafed and Flonase every night for almost two weeks, along with the course of Augmentin, all of which did nothing. YMMV.

After what I went through recently, I would suggest seeing a doctor. I had an ear infection (first time in my life, as far as I can remember) that began in early January as I was fighting off a bad flu. My right ear was blocked with fluid for several days, and I ignored it, expecting it to clear by itself. Then I spent a full night dealing with an excruciating ear ache, and saw a doctor the next morning. They gave me a 10-day course of amoxicillin, which did zilch. Then two weeks of a stronger antibiotic (Augmentin)... again, zilch. Finally, they gave me a steroid (prednisone) which did the trick pretty quickly. Going for a month with no hearing in one ear was not fun, and I must say, a bit scary. If you've been sick, it could be the beginnings of an ear infection. I wouldn't wait too long before getting it checked out.

Best wishes to everyone in Japan. The magnitude and scope of this quake is brought home to me by the fact that the nearby town of Santa Cruz, CA has had it's harbor seriously damaged by a series of tsunami surges occurring some ten hours post-quake. The damage was even more serious in Crescent City, CA, up near the Oregon border, where the harbor was ravaged, and one person is reported missing after being swept out to sea. Only footnote stories compared to the severe devastation in Japan, but a very rare and newsworthy event locally, and something to learn from in terms of understanding the power of tsunamis around the Pacific rim.

(Re) Person I knew Chuck Person Charlie Persip

That's why this poll really doesn't make sense. Dinner Jazz is a specific thing. It was a term coined by radio programmers in an attempt to to offer less challenging music geared to the more sophisticated listener wishing to unwind after a hard day at the office. When I was a jock on KMHD, we had a dinner jazz show Monday thru Friday between 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. We were asked to present the softer side of good jazz during that hour. Being the big fan of jazz balladry that I am, I never had a problem with it. Me neither. Jayne Sanchez hosting the Jazz Oasis on KCSM has been a good listen since 1994. Have tuned in on many an evening- and not to talk over during dinner, either, but to actually listen. Inspired a number of CD purchases over the years.

John Barleycorn High Heeled Boys Mr. Fantasy