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Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000 Description: Contemporary figural sculpture of Miles Davis during his 'electric' period, executed in polychrome bronze, the figure dressed in an elabroate red and blue band leader's jacket with an upright collar and tails, the front decorated with faux embroidered swags and buttons, Miles looking down while holding his trumpet in one hand, the whole rising on an incorporated bronze pedestal, artist signed 'A. Matthews' at end of figure's jacket at proper right, 67.5"h x 24"w x 25"d, 14" diameter of base.

Approximately when did CC get into Scientology? Edit:Just read this on his FB page. Scientology Under the "special thanks" notes, found in all of his later albums, Corea mentions that L. Ron Hubbard, founder of Scientology, has been a continual source of inspiration. In 1968 Corea discovered Dianetics, Hubbard's principal work, and in the early 1970s developed an interest in Hubbard's science fiction novels. The two exchanged letters until Hubbard's death in 1986, and Corea even had three guest appearances on Hubbard's 1982 album Space Jazz: The Soundtrack of the Book Battlefield Earth, noting, "[Hubbard] was a great composer and keyboard player as well. He did many, many things. He was a true Renaissance Man."[2] Corea claimed that Scientology became a profound influence on his musical direction in the early 1970s: I no longer wanted to satisfy myself. I really want to connect with the world and make my music mean something to people. [9] In 1998 Chick Corea and fellow entertainers Anne Archer, Isaac Hayes, and Haywood Nelson attended the 30th anniversary of Freedom Magazine, the Church of Scientology's investigative news journal, at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., to honor 11 human rights activists.[10] Also, a good interview with AAJ from 13 years ago. He opens up about Scientology. Looks like he is a happy disciple. https://www.allaboutjazz.com/chick-corea-chick-corea-by-ty-cumbie.php?page=1&width=1024

Thanks for your reply, Jim. You're an interesting cat, so many diverse interests...from antiques to soccer. I also used to watch futbol on the Spanish language channels when I first moved to the US in the late 80s. I had no idea how not-popular the sport was, and still am amazed that it has not taken a foothold it deserves, despite millions of kids playing at schools or in leagues. Our town is considered 'the' soccer town in this little joke of a State, but we don't have a turf field, and the multiple grass fields resemble pastures. Let me ask you, in your decades of playing pick-up games, how did you get ready psychologically prior to the kick-off? Or just showed up and put the cleats on?

Watched THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN for the first time. I already knew the plot, more or less, from the Seven Samurai. I can see how this became an international best-seller. The story is a feel-good story, there's a lot of shooting and some improbable marksmanship, and the good unequivocally tumps the evil. Also, not knowing the plot exactly, I was expecting to see some indians, but it was the gunslingers/cowboys against Mexican bandits. I'm not sure of the locale, I'm presuming it's on the Arizona/Mexico border? I f I was faced with a choice of The Searchers vs. The Seven, The Searchers is a much better film imho.The score to The Seven is very-very good.

Well, I went, but I didn't ask. Chick didn't pick me. This Q&A lasted about 40 minutes, and was recorded by WGBH pbs tv, and is on their FB page now. https://www.facebook.com/WGBHMusicChannel/ Kind of generic questions, and oblique answers. I was gonna ask him what music he plays at home, when and if he practices, and the question about his lack of movie scoring credits. To my amazement people were as much, if not more, in awe of Steve Gadd. Oh, and even after decades, CC still haven't lost that Boston accent, which becomes more noticeable the longer he speaks. The concert rocked. Steve Gadd sounds like 2 drummers playing at the same time. My first time seeing him live, as well as Corea. Corea's playing behind the soloing musicnas is so impeccable and organic, that it disappears and kinda becomes one with the solo...perhaps someone can describe it better. NB: Wanted to paste the names of the other musicians in the band, went on CC's website...his production company's address - 411 Cleveland St. #215 Clearwater, FL 33755 Then, remembering that Scientology is based in Clearwater, I google their address - 503 Cleveland St Clearwater, FL 33756 Hi, Neighbor!

I can't disagree. There's definitely a palpable air of entitlement there, an aplomb. Harry Kane is a phenomenal footballer, by far the best in this English generation imho. He's got everything- skill, speed, intuition. I really enjoy watching him play.

One of the mysteries of this sport for me is a persistent expectation from everyone that the English side will achieve something. Joe Hart does let in the most amusing, improbable goals, so there's some entertainment there for sure.

Long, painful, and uncertain?

I am NOT asking him about Scientology, but any of you cats can. It seems to be a burning issue for some.

Comrade Uli, do you politicize your bowel movements too?

Living, or deceased?

Heh, I would, but I got a really good seat.

Seeing Corea/Gadd band this Sunday. Prior to the concert there'll be a Q&A session with CC. Is there anything you'd want me to ask him?

His trio with Curtis Fowlkes and Bobby Previte is appearing nearby tonight. I haven't heard any of his music, just the name is familiar. http://narrowscenter.ticketfly.com/event/1463117-charlie-hunter-trio-fall-river/ I could listen to an album on-line, to give me an idea, but there are so many of them. Which one would you recommend to help me decide whether to go or not?

As far as I know, he has never been formally accused of anything, considering he's been at it for 30+ years. Even slick Willy had it worse. And Harv never went to Yale Law!

HutchFan, respect, excellent thread!

He was pretty darn smart.

When I read this, I found it very powerful. Not being able to play an instrument is a curse I've had to endure since I've been aware of myself, so him saying this is illuminating. http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/music/ct-ent-tom-petty-dead-1003-story.html “Music was a safe place to be,” Petty told the Tribune in 2002. “I think that in many ways I had a pretty tough childhood, and the music actually became a safe haven for me. That was where I escaped to. It really is the only true magic I’ve found in this world. Most magic is a trick of some kind. But music is actually a healing thing. It has this power to heal and inspire and to lift you right up.” Music..is the only true magic I’ve found in this world.

Let's be clear here. I don't endorse rape or sexual assault, and never have. However, after being in actors and musicians circles in the 1990s and early 2000s, and having friends who are both, I have a sober vision of what many of these people would do to get a role, men and women alike. And I am honestly surprised that this is a surprise for you. Jim put it a good way. People who matter in this business, play the odds. If you are not belieiving me, all you got to do is go to any trendy restaurant or club in LA and see for yourself. Lots of old men with young women, and old men with young men. As this drags on, you will see dozens of these 'aspiring actresses', who bed Harvey, along with whoever they had to bed to get to Harvey, and who are now feeling victimized, and want us to see how victimized they feel.

Yep, that's it. They also played Amad from the Far East Suite AND a cut from the Afro-Eurasian Eclipse. AND they also played Big Fat Alice's Blues from the Concert in the Virgin Islands. All in all, a very eclectic Ellington program.

Thanks. He was a poignant guy.

Saw WM and the LCJO last Sunday here in Rhode Island. This was my first live exposure to him and the band. I must say it was a phenomenally-good evening of big band music. The first set was all-Ellington, consisting mainly of his lesser known compositions; the second had two Jelly Roll Morton tunes, a composition the title of which slips my mind now, something-something Nippon, and one other tune. WM played a nice solo encore. He introduced every tune either before or after it was played, and had some general commentary on the blues ["not the kind the long-haired white people from England played"]. An excellent show, I left very impressed, and can see myself wanting to hear more. Here's the band, exactly as it was - http://www.jazz.org/JLCO/

Larry, I'm sure you'll do your most impartial best to contain it, but I'll make a prediction : because Weinstein and the Democratic politics are so tight, some here will experience a real cognitive dissonance, as new information starts to surface.

That could very well be THE reason it's all coming out now. The King is dead, long live the King. Joe, who is the biggest player in Hollywood now?

Where is Clementine? It's been about 12-13 years since I saw him en vivo en Brooklyn.