Ed S

Just put on Johnny Smith disc 8 about 10 minutes ago

I guess the one thing that I was assuming that really was not addressed is whether you purchased the set from Mosaic or an authorized dealer. If you did, then it should be no problem. If you picked it up off ebay and it's either not numbered or a promo or one of those sets that can be had without box or booklet that some sellers offer then there will probably be trouble getting a replacement disc.

Johnny Smith disc 7

How long has it been since you contacted Mosaic? Did you use snail mail or e-mail? In either case, it is possible that they did not receive your communication. I would definitely try again. E-mail them using the feedback link on their website and explain your situation. Ask them if they would sell you a disc 2 because of your accident. The set is in print so this should not be a problem and chances are, they won't even charge you for it. Their customer service is excellent, so I betting that they did not receive your first communication. Good luck!

I've been at the same place from a physical standpoint for 24 years. I realize that's unusual in this day and age, but since my career path has taken me from staff member for 15 years to management for the last 9 I feel as if I've had two separate careers. At any rate, one of the benefits of this is that I am entitled to 37 paid days off a year.

Thanks for the post. Great photos at dixhills.com.

Max Roach

I feel your pain - and confusion. My youngest son, now 7, has spent the better part of the last 3 years undergoing a battery of tests for behavior problems with ADHD being one of the suspected diagnoses. It turns out he does not have the condition, is very intelligent, easily bored with mundane things, responsive to challenging situations, and VERY active. His problems were related to another problem that has since cleared up and he is well on his way to success. Along the way, I learned a lot about psychologists, neurologists, psychiatrists, special education and school systems. Thankfully, I got hooked up with professionals to whom ADHD - while considered -was a diagnosis of last resort. When I first got an inkling that my son was having trouble at school and the word ADHD was mentioned, I immediately sought out my own psychologist to help my son and to serve as an advocate against inappropriately labelling him as ADHD. We actually visited three before coming up with someone whose philosophy met our expectations - someone who we were confident would not settle for an ADHD diagnosis without exploring all avenues. Through working with our own child psychologist, the teachers and counselors in school and the various consulatants along the way, we've been able to come up with a program that keeps my son stimulated and interested. When he veers off course, he's got a great teacher who's very supportive and views my son as more of a free spirit than a problem. The lesson I learned from experience and conversing with the various doctors and consultants was that the diagnosis of ADHD and the initiation of drug therapy are very serious. Others have mentioned it above, but the diagnosis should not be taken at face value. A second or third opinion might be needed. Some psychologists tend to diagnose ADHD more frequently than others. I don't know if your particular pschologist leans toward this diagnosis or not, but I would not accept the diagnosis without additional opinions.

Yep. only four last year - but there were a bunch of French releases that I picked up that would definitely be considered Rare Grooves. Nat Adderley's the Soul of the Bible, Ronnie Foster's Sweet Revival, Eddie Gale's Black Rhythm Happening, Gene Harris - Nexus, Alphonse Mouzon's Mind Transplant and Grant Green's the Final Comedown were the ones I ordered - but there were a whole bunch more. Add to that the summer release of those Latin Jazz albums and it was a kick-ass year for groovin' music.

I'm a big fan of the Rare Groove series and had begun to look at a release of Rare Grooves as a rite of summer for the past 3 or 4 years. Looks like they may not be doing a release this year though - too bad. All good suggestions above. I guess I'll have to be content with the Reuben Wilson that's coming out on Water (already have the Pearson on the Select)

When I emailed Fred with the pricing that they were originally listed at - which was $37 and change - he responded to me that he could not understand how or why they could sell them at that price as ir is very very close to the price that retailers are being charged for the set. I'm guessing that the newer $35.85 price gives the m little if any profit. I realize that this is standard procedure for CD Universe and that the price will rise a couple of days after release - so get 'em while they're hot. That is a great price. By the way, when using CD Universe, try to use the links through Alan Lankin's Jazzmatazz site. Jazzmatazz is a great resource and using those links helps his site Jazzmatazz Sponsors Page - Link to CD Universe Or you can just link through any of the discs featured in the various lists found here: Jazzmatazz

Max Roach

Nada. The very small piece that BN ran on their website about Elvin Jones contained a link to the discussion of Elvin on AAJ.

I'll check out your thread there and see what's happening.

I have not decided when I'm going but it could well be that first weekend. There's usually a bunch a Jazzcorner folks there at some point. Anyone going this year? I might be going solo and wouldn't mind hooking up with some people.

I'm on it...... Direct from Fred a couple of days ago:

I agree completely. It was hilarious in retrospect. I hung out there longer than most, so GOM's description of posters running amok has me laughing as I type the words. Greg was taking on all comers, swinging with both fists as the stern slipped below the surface. What a study in human nature. It was tough to see a community of which I was a part for some 5 years circle the drain. The whole thing was public relations disaster. But the end result is that thanks to Jim, the very best of that bulletin board lives here. A stroll down memory lane (From the BNBB): Originally posted by Tomatbluenote: My response:

Montréal

Ditto By the way, I noticed the other day that the link to the Bulletin Board from the BN home page has been removed. May it rest in peace. Onward and upward.

Since the days of the Blue Note Bulletin Board and probably before, Blue Note fans have been hoping that the rejected Tyrone Washington session now known as "The Train Wreck" would be released. As you know, BN has been known to mine the vaults and issue things that had previously been deemed unsuitable for release. When asked about this particular session, Michael Cuscuna said it was unreleasable and referred to it as "a train wreck of avante garde nothingness" or something like that. Despite his appraisal at the time - and knowing that he sometimes changes his mind about such things - Blue Note devotees still hope that someday we will get to hear this session. The cover is one that one of the boardmembers skilled in photoshop or whatever program created for the benefit og boardmembers. So while the session was never released, the Train Wreck name has taken on a life of its own.

I have a hand written list of partial sets that were available about 4 years ago penned by none other than Scott Wenzel himself. I'm not looking to sell it but I might just part with it if the right offer comes along. PM me if interested. And please don't insult me with a low-ball offer.

I guess the availability of this material from other sources really effected sales. I have had both sets for a couple of years and mine are numbered around 1200. I remember a number of posters raising eyebrows over Mosaic putting this stuff out - and with ALL those alternates. I think I had only the Young Lions disc prior to picking these up so I was glad Mosaic did these. The alternates are not an issue with me either but I'm sure they influenced some potential buyers negatively. Seems like both of these will end up under 2000. That's a shame because of the artists involved and the quality of both the music and sound..

Lorraine Desmarais. She's a pianist that I've seen numerous times over the years at the Montréal Jazz Festival. She's pretty well known and respected in Canada - particularly Montréal. Judging by the reaction to Barbara Dennerlein elsewhere on the board, perhaps she fits into this category as well.

I've done a couple of these starter pack sort of things and they have been received well. IMO, Mark (Jazzmoose) nailed when he said that you have to know the tastes of the recipient to some degree and looking at something more modern. I also tend to go with a few contemporary pieces in such packs (Contemporary as in current, not "contempo"/smooth) The current/recent roster of Blue Note artists actually has a lot of accessible stuff. The new Lovano and Bill Charlap are two very accessible releases. Jackie Terrasson has some nice stuff as well that should appeal. I particularly like Smile. If she's anythng like most of the women I know who don't like jazz per se but dig the music I play at get-togethers (ie-stuff that gets you movin')- some of the Blue Note releases by the likes of Ronny Jordan, Paul Jackson Jr (not his most recent one - too smooth), Karl Denson, St Germain, Rodney Jones fit the bill nicely. Perhaps even Erik Truffaz if she's more adventurous. I'd also consider some Pat Metheny Group material. Their most recent release is very accessible as are the classic stuff like Letter From Home and Still Life Talking. Actually, the live Road To You would be another good choice. If you're thinking of more contemplative stuff, Tomasz Stanko's new one is really nice (Suspended Night). If you want to use my wife as a barometer of how far you can push the envelope, she really digs Charles Lloyd's and Dave Holland's recent ECM stuff. If you really need to include a jazz vocalist, I'd go with Dianne Reeves or Diana Krall. The way I figure it, using contemporary artists helps to include a number of factors - jazz is a living, breathing artform; contemporary sound, trends, and production values. I know that some of the above suggestions might not be the best from a jazz lover's perspective, but you're not buying for a jazz lover. You're buying for someone who wants to start exploring. Actually, I think you've made some pretty good choices from an older jazz standpoint - though I'd scrap the Ella and Bill Evans. IMO, there's always time to explore the greats. I'd go with trying to make a connection first and I've found the current material a good way of accomplishing that. All just my opinion of course

Sad news indeed. I saw Elvin only once - at the Artpark Jazz Festival in Lewiston NY. He was nice enough to sign a copy of A Love Supreme for me. Very friendly guy. He put on a great show that night. I think it's great that he was playing as recently as he was even if he was in rough shape and that the jazz fans who saw him were able to pay tribute to this legend. It must have been great for him as he neared the end to know that he was so loved, appreciated and respected. I picked up the Elvin Jones Mosaic about 6 weeks ago and it's been in heavy rotation ever since. Great stuff. Spinning 5/4 thing right now. That whole disc 4 is a monster. What a great way to celebrate his life - boardmembers and fellow jazz fans worldwide are reaching for some Elvin Jones tonight. For those who don't have the Mosaic, I say fear not the era from which it originates. There is some absolutely kick-ass stuff in this set. Superb, creative, intense, rhythmic. There are a few clunkers as in any complete Mosaic set , but as a set this one is so vastly underrated and overlooked that it's a shame. Order it tomorrow. Commemorate Elvin tonight.