Johnny E

Is anyone as into this show as I am? Best show on TV, hands down.

The worlds’ hero...if you're Christian, white and rich.

Not particularly. But he was very thoughtful and gracious. He talked about whether or not Improvisation has a history, or whether by its very nature it is void of a past and only has a present and possibly a future. He talked about phrasing and how important it is to have a very personal style. He also talked about how he felt there is a boom going on among young people interested in playing and listening to Improvised music. The "Thurston Moore Effect" I believe he called it. Henry Kaiser flew up from the Bay area to see the show and hang out with the guys. He took part in the workshop and had some good things to say. Henry’s a very positive guy. If I think of more I'll post.

I agree with this 100%. But the problem is that the same people who are screaming bloody murder about affirmative action would be branding you a pink-o commie rat if you even thought about trying to push this notion forward. Race keeps poor people hating one another even though they are more or less in the same boat. In this way the ruling class in America can go about their business unfettered by pesky problems of class inequality. I know you've all heard it before, but racism is propagated by the ruling class (primarily white men of the elephantine persuasion). Any utterance of wealth relocation in this country is stomped on faster than a Nolan Ryan fastball, and the messengers are quickly discredited by smear campaigns and character assassination. For being a Christian nation we sure as hell will do anything to hold onto our own and forsake the well being of others as easily as defecating.

Yes, but you must get to see George E. Lewis perform often. Doesn't he teach in San Diego?

WOW!!!!!! Incredible! Solo piano Monk medley, 20 minute circular breathing soprano solo, toys and drums bangin' and a whalin'. These gentlemen are some of the finest improvisers on the planet. I attended a workshop they gave earlier in the day. I got to play with Evan Parker and have a little chit chat!!! WOW!!!!!

John B, where did you get that picture of Hamid Drake that you're using for your Avitar? It looks like it's from the performance that he did with Fred Anderson in Seattle a few years back.

I've seen some people looking forever for discs that have been sitting collecting dusk in my local record shop on many occasions. I think rarity depends on location. If I could get people's top 10 most sought after CD's I could get a better understanding of which CD's are truely the most rare. Thanks

http://reuters.com/newsArticle.jhtml?type=...storyID=2726924

May 14 - Evan Parker, Alex Von Schlippenbach, Paul Lytton at Seattle Asian Art Museum. Volunteeer Park. Improvisors workshop at 4:30pm, concert at 8pm I'm so excited! I've always wanted to see Alex Von Schlippenbach live! Never thought he'd make it out to Seattle. But with Barry Guy's mother ill, he graciously volunteered to replace him in the trio. Woo-Hoo!!!

I have to respectfully disagree. I've seen him many times in concert, and he is more up for the task.

Funny you should say that. I've thought the same thing myself but never mentioned it to anyone before. Although I must say that this one flaw does not take away anything from, in my opinion, truely one of the most powerful rock albums ever recorded.

Thanks guys. My humble apologies about that boo-boo. An everyday word is one thing, but to misspell Thelonious? That's simply unacceptable!

Misha Mengelberg, Gil Melle, and Thelonious Monk's compositions?

I'm looking for the diamond plate floor tom leg brackets for a early seventies gretsch floor tom. Can anyone help?

I've lived here for 13 years now and have never done it. I'd like to though, although I wouldn't want to be down there during an earthquake that's for sure. Pioneer Square (where it's located) was hit pretty bad in the last one. It's all turn of the century brick buildings down there. Maybe I'll go do the tour next time I have out of town guests. I've heard that it's in such bad shape that they might close it. Ghost, That's sounds great! Shoot me a PM when your visit gets closer and maybe we can get together and have dinner or something.

Oh course! Bud's Jazz Records. How could I forget. I guess you take things for granted in your home town. It's in Pioneer square, close to the underground tour - again, kill two birds yada yada. Say hi to Bud for me

Now pitching for the Mariners, Pooky Chilem. Now playing third base, Harry Blunt. Pinch running for Edgar Martinez, Smokin' Joe Hashpipe.

Musicians Against Media Monopoly 04/30/2003 @ 05:01am Don't go looking for the compact discs of country singer Toby Keith and jazz player Ellis Marsalis, Jr., in the same section of a music megastore. Don't expect to find a concert venue where downtown poet Patti Smith will share the stage with uptown pianoman Billy Joel. And don't even imagine that you will be able to tune in that magic radio frequency where Neil Diamond's croons, Pearl Jam rocks and Van Dyke Parks explores the musical byways of Americana. An examination of the CD collections of most Americans will still reveal the sort of diverse tastes that find room for the acoustic folk rock of the Indigo Girls, the alternative rock of Michael Stipe and REM, and the classic rock of Don Henley and the Eagles. But an increasingly corporate and commercial media rejects this very American penchant for diversity in favor of tightly formatted radio stations, lowest-common-denominator marketing strategies and the sort of homogenized and sanitized music that sounds as if it was created by a poll or a focus group -- as opposed to an artist. Musicians of all stripes are starting to recognize that the galloping consolidation of American media -- especially in radio, where most Americans were first introduced to their favorite songs -- has reduced the ability of recording artists to take the risks that reshape our consciousness, to explore new ideas and new sounds and, ultimately, to be heard. Since Congress passed the Telecommunications Act of 1996, which removed barriers to the number of radio stations one media conglomerate could own, the largest of these conglomerates -- Texas-based Clear Channel -- has grabbed more than 1,200 stations and shaped a musical mix characterized by the homogenization of playlists, the death of programming diversity, less local programming, reduced public access to the airwaves and rapidly declining public satisfaction with radio and the music it plays. "There are clear lessons from the dramatic consolidation of ownership in the radio industry following the Telecommunications Act of 1996 and how it has impacted the historic goals of localism, competition and diversity," says Ann Chaitovitz, Director of Sound Recordings at The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA). And the lessons are not good for American music or American musicians. That's why now, as the five members of the Federal Communications Commission consider a series of rule changes that would open the door to more consolidation, commercialism, corporatism and corruption, Keith, Marsalis, Smith, Joel, Diamond, Stipe, Henley, Parks, Pearl Jam and the Indigo Girls have joined two dozen other prominent artists to sign a letter that asks the FCC to halt the rush to enact six major rules changes by early June. The musicians are urging FCC chair Michael Powell to provide Congress and citizens a full opportunity to review proposed changes of media ownership rules before they are enacted. In addition, they make the case that basic rules to control against monopolies, hyper-commercialism and the loss of local content are both needed and broadly supported by Americans. Don't go looking for the compact discs of country singer Toby Keith and jazz player Ellis Marsalis, Jr., in the same section of a music megastore. Don't expect to find a concert venue where downtown poet Patti Smith will share the stage with uptown pianoman Billy Joel. And don't even imagine that you will be able to tune in that magic radio frequency where Neil Diamond's croons, Pearl Jam rocks and Van Dyke Parks explores the musical byways of Americana. An examination of the CD collections of most Americans will still reveal the sort of diverse tastes that find room for the acoustic folk rock of the Indigo Girls, the alternative rock of Michael Stipe and REM, and the classic rock of Don Henley and the Eagles. But an increasingly corporate and commercial media rejects this very American penchant for diversity in favor of tightly formatted radio stations, lowest-common-denominator marketing strategies and the sort of homogenized and sanitized music that sounds as if it was created by a poll or a focus group -- as opposed to an artist. Musicians of all stripes are starting to recognize that the galloping consolidation of American media -- especially in radio, where most Americans were first introduced to their favorite songs -- has reduced the ability of recording artists to take the risks that reshape our consciousness, to explore new ideas and new sounds and, ultimately, to be heard. Since Congress passed the Telecommunications Act of 1996, which removed barriers to the number of radio stations one media conglomerate could own, the largest of these conglomerates -- Texas-based Clear Channel -- has grabbed more than 1,200 stations and shaped a musical mix characterized by the homogenization of playlists, the death of programming diversity, less local programming, reduced public access to the airwaves and rapidly declining public satisfaction with radio and the music it plays. "There are clear lessons from the dramatic consolidation of ownership in the radio industry following the Telecommunications Act of 1996 and how it has impacted the historic goals of localism, competition and diversity," says Ann Chaitovitz, Director of Sound Recordings at The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA). And the lessons are not good for American music or American musicians. That's why now, as the five members of the Federal Communications Commission consider a series of rule changes that would open the door to more consolidation, commercialism, corporatism and corruption, Keith, Marsalis, Smith, Joel, Diamond, Stipe, Henley, Parks, Pearl Jam and the Indigo Girls have joined two dozen other prominent artists to sign a letter that asks the FCC to halt the rush to enact six major rules changes by early June. The musicians are urging FCC chair Michael Powell to provide Congress and citizens a full opportunity to review proposed changes of media ownership rules before they are enacted. In addition, they make the case that basic rules to control against monopolies, hyper-commercialism and the loss of local content are both needed and broadly supported by Americans. "We believe the record demonstrates both the value of existing media ownership rules and the dangers in permitting widespread consolidation of ownership," the letter declares. "We also believe the FCC has been negligent in listening to important stakeholder groups, like musicians, recording artists and radio professionals, to ensure their testimony is on the record." The letter from some of the best-known musicians in the U.S. is the latest sign of the broad opposition that rule changes being considered by the FCC -- which would allow one company to own newspapers, television and radio in the same town, and which would allow more consolidation of media ownership on the local and national levels. "The Commission is considering possible changes to broadcast ownership rules which were put in place by Congress to ensure that the public would have access to a wide range of news, information, and programming, as well as diverse political views. Repeal or significant modification of these rules would likely open the door to numerous mergers that could reduce competition and diversity in the media. A final rule, significantly altering media ownership limits, could have serious ramifications for robust public debate and the marketplace of ideas," read a recent letter from leaders of Consumers Union, the Consumer Federation of America, the AFL-CIO, the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights and other groups that urged Powell to open up the process. "The mass media provide Americans the information and news they need to participate fully in our democratic society. If media ownership rules are seriously weakened, one company in a town could control the most popular newspaper, TV station, and possibly even a cable system giving it dominant influence over the content and slant of local news. Such a move would reduce the diversity of cultural and political discussion in a community." Musicians are especially worried about the loss of cultural diversity -- and the practical impact it has on their ability to reach audiences that were once available to them. "As artists, we recognize the important role that radio and other media play in the vitality of the American culture," says Henley. "It is outrageous that many citizens are not even aware these changes are being debated. To a large extent, this is because the FCC leadership has not fully engaged the public. But what frightens me more is the complete absence of any network coverage of this issue. The broadcast interests who clearly stand to benefit from further consolidation have seemingly absolved themselves of their responsibility to cover this proceeding as a news story. If this is the sort of biased coverage we get now I can't imagine what will pass as journalism in the next phase of our increasingly consolidated media future." Among the other musicians joining Henley in signing the letter are Jackson Browne, Jimmy Buffett, David Crosby, Tim McGraw, Joan Osborne, Tom Petty, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Waits, Jennifer Warnes, Nancy Wilson of Heart, Sonic Youth's Thurston Moore, Fleerwood Mac's Stevie Nicks, and Ray Manzarek of Doors fame."We also believe the FCC has been negligent in listening to important stakeholder groups, like musicians, recording artists and radio professionals, to ensure their testimony is on the record." The letter from some of the best-known musicians in the U.S. is the latest sign of the broad opposition that rule changes being considered by the FCC -- which would allow one company to own newspapers, television and radio in the same town, and which would allow more consolidation of media ownership on the local and national levels. "The Commission is considering possible changes to broadcast ownership rules which were put in place by Congress to ensure that the public would have access to a wide range of news, information, and programming, as well as diverse political views. Repeal or significant modification of these rules would likely open the door to numerous mergers that could reduce competition and diversity in the media. A final rule, significantly altering media ownership limits, could have serious ramifications for robust public debate and the marketplace of ideas," read a recent letter from leaders of Consumers Union, the Consumer Federation of America, the AFL-CIO, the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights and other groups that urged Powell to open up the process. "The mass media provide Americans the information and news they need to participate fully in our democratic society. If media ownership rules are seriously weakened, one company in a town could control the most popular newspaper, TV station, and possibly even a cable system giving it dominant influence over the content and slant of local news. Such a move would reduce the diversity of cultural and political discussion in a community." Musicians are especially worried about the loss of cultural diversity -- and the practical impact it has on their ability to reach audiences that were once available to them. "As artists, we recognize the important role that radio and other media play in the vitality of the American culture," says Henley. "It is outrageous that many citizens are not even aware these changes are being debated. To a large extent, this is because the FCC leadership has not fully engaged the public. But what frightens me more is the complete absence of any network coverage of this issue. The broadcast interests who clearly stand to benefit from further consolidation have seemingly absolved themselves of their responsibility to cover this proceeding as a news story. If this is the sort of biased coverage we get now I can't imagine what will pass as journalism in the next phase of our increasingly consolidated media future." Among the other musicians joining Henley in signing the letter are Jackson Browne, Jimmy Buffett, David Crosby, Tim McGraw, Joan Osborne, Tom Petty, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Waits, Jennifer Warnes, Nancy Wilson of Heart, Sonic Youth's Thurston Moore, Fleerwood Mac's Stevie Nicks, and Ray Manzarek of Doors fame.

Whidbey is not what it used to be, but still nice. Here are a few things for the Puget Sound region: The Hoh Rain Forest on the Olympic Penninsula: http://www.nps.gov/olym/edurain.htm Great trails long and short go right through it. Snoqualmie falls: http://www.snoqualmiefalls.com/ And at this time of year the snow is melting and the waterfall is raging! Best Thai food: http://www.epinions.com/rest-Restaurants-A...-All-Royal_Palm Yum Yums Best Indian food: http://www.epinions.com/rest-Restaurants-All-Tandoor Yum Yums Don't miss 'Ye Olde Curiosity Shop' down on the waterfront: http://www.yeoldecuriosityshop.com/Merchan...nt/testInd.html It's right down by the Pike Place Market so you can kill two birds with one stone. Also, if you've never had Dungeness crab, you must!!! It's the tenderest, tastiest seafood on this great green earth. Here's a good seafood restaurant: http://www.pontiseafoodgrill.com/

I'm sorry guys. You're right. Unfortunately it won't let me change the name of the thread once it's up. If everyone would like, I could delete this thread? Normally I would offer these to you’all first, but I really need the cash right now, and ebay seems like the best way to get the best price. To make it up to you I’ll sell five CD’s out of my collection at a reasonable price to the first five who I can meet their wish list. Let me know what you’ve been looking for and I’ll let you know if I have it.

Here's one of the new: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...2526281305&rd=1 check out the rest I put up last night - Verve Elite, Time, Hat Hut & more.

Remastered by Rudy Van Gelder and packaged in replica of the original LP sleeves. Here's one, then check out all my other auctions: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...2525250415&rd=1