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A superb musical package. It is indeed very much out-of-print, and will likely not be coming back into print for some time, I would imagine. The music, particularly the "with strings" portion, is a revelation. You'll have to get used to McIntyre's oboe playing, though. It's not to some listeners' taste, but I don't have a problem with it. I've never heard a "with strings" album that is so well integrated as this one. McIntyre doesn't simply "solo" over the strings. Instead, he often uses the strings for ostinato effect, and even call-and-response. I adore the session, and I think McIntyre gives all he's got on it. Others will disagree, no doubt, but for me it's the highlight of the package. Buy it and give it some time. It rewards repeated, and close, listening.

kellaway, hell yes! Uh? (Maybe I'm missing something.) The line-up for the Kühn Impulse! date is: Rolf Kühn: clarinet Joachim Kühn: piano Jimmy Garrison: bass Aldo Romano: drums Impressions of New York recorded 1967

Thanks Guy! That saves me a lot of trouble. I actually don't have Zoot's two Dawn issues, but they're still available, and on my "list." You probably have Plays Alto, Tenor, and Baritone on vinyl, but if not — the new reissue is nice! It's coupled with the Zoot Argo session, and, together, these sessions fill up a cd (without omitting tracks) to the brim. I didn't think I'd like Zoot's singing, but his (one) vocal on "Where You At?" is actually pretty cool. He sings in tune, swings, and kind of sounds like Chet Baker — but without the marbles in his mouth!

Tower's having another 25% off jazz and blues sale. Most of the prices aren't that great, but for some labels the savings is worthwhile. Discs on the Classics label, for example, are currently $11.99. Check here for availability.

The Eskelin, I think, is excellent — but it's not typical of Eskelin (which is perhaps why I like it). It's very atmospheric, and not with much "soloing" per se. The ensemble as a whole puts together a lot of moody music. I actually think Miles Davis would have liked this disc for its "painterly" qualities. Just don't expect blistering solo spots or hummable melodies. I think a fair number of the others can be easily left out of a shopping cart. Snijbloemen is a fine date, though. I'd get that one (if I didn't already have it).

Thanks for the tip, Peter. One more question — I'm trying to track down The Art of Jazz, which is confusingly close in title to the Dawn effort called The Modern Art of Jazz. It's another one that was out on Fresh Sounds, but now is (permanently?) out-of-stock on their site. Is it worth hunting down? (Cover attached.)

I've had this one for about a year now. Spirited stuff. Purvis's character reminds one of Sean Penn in Sweet and Low Down. Sorta. A .

On time off, Gerry often participated as a cast member in the stage production to "Jesus Christ Superstar." -------- On a serious note — how is this one? I don't even know who the "new" sextet is.

Actually, his real name is Nabil Totah. Knobby, or Nobby, is his nickname. Here's his website: http://www.totahbass.com/ Couldn't get that website to load. Anyone have any success accessing Totah's site?

These came in the mail Saturday. Both have already exceeded my expectations, particularly the session with overdubbing. Nice! I imagine that Locking Horns with Joe Newman is also good. Anyone here have it? The only label to purchase it from is (perhaps unfortunately) Fresh Sounds, but their website says it's out-of-stock. Does Fresh Sounds let their inventory go out-of-print?

The AMG report on Aztec Suite is somewhat unethusiastic, but I think it's a fairly revved up session. Reminds me at times of the I Want to Live! soundtrack. Al Cohn gets in a few tasty solos too.

I'm missing out on all the jokes. Every album cover from that site that you guys have copied directly onto the pages here isn't showing up on my screen. (I thought they would as I'm using Safari, but ... ) All of Jim's posts just come with a little blue question mark. I wonder if the owner of the site has a counter to see the small surge in hits.

Happy Birthday to the friendly bearer of The Hiroshi Tanno Gazette Times. :rsmile:

Karl Berger

Stumbled onto this site today. If you're a cover art hound (as I am), you'll love this fan's site. Make sure to visit all six pages — which means you might have to manually edit the URL after "epworld" to get the second and third sets. At least, for some reason, that's what I had to do. Some of these European musicians I'd never even heard of! Anyone have any of these EPs? It was cool to see cover art for a Tommy Potter album and a George Joyner album. Wouldn't have guessed. We all know the wonderful Gokudo site, but please share other homepages that have jazz cover art as well. Thanks! You've heard The Controversial Bruce Turner, right? I bet someone here has. (Attached below.)

I listened to this one twice today. Certainly not a "great" record, but not bad either. Curious might be more appropriate. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. Having Percy Heath on board (for the tracks he's on) seems to change things up a fair amount. Overall, I like it. What do you think?

... because this session is always a "plus" in my book.

$9.94 Done! Thanks, M.

I believe it's a live 1982 set. I don't own it, so unfortunately can't comment on the music. If you do eMusic, I'd strongly recommend the Xanadus.

Sidewinder, you just named my very favorite Kirk record. There's not a track I don't like. It's absolutely sublime in a way that only Roland Kirk could fashion. Never has "Walk on By" been so hip. "Mañana!"

Before Rahsaan was appended to his name, he was Roland Kirk — and, evidently, was originally Ronald Kirk! After a search, I noticed there was no "Artists" thread on one of the greatest to ever play a wind instrument. Two random thoughts to get things started: • Kirk is effin' amazing on "Hog Calling Blues" from Oh Yeah!. Very few tunes can get the heart pumping like that one. • Kirk's composition "Now Please Don't You Cry, Beautiful Edith" has got to have lyrics. The opening line syllabically matches the title. It's also one of Kirk's most moving performances. Check out the head of steam he generates shortly after the "ballad" opening, going from "pretty" playing to quite an intense growl. Very few horn players could get away with that and have it make sense. Other thoughts, favorites?

Aha, from afrik.com. Better than nuttin'! Is that structure in L.A.?

Yep, die-hard fans are called NORK dorks.

If anyone here is inclined and has the resources, could you post a scan of Flight for Four? I've only seen the teeniest black-and-white scan (on eBay) that wasn't even worth saving. From what I can tell, the cover is quite artistic. I'd love to see it in all its color glory. And, to reciprocate, The Giant is Awakened, complete with gorgeous cover scan, is available here.

Listening to this session now. A damn fine session — much, much better than I had expected. A wonderful example of a lost "Atlantic" session that did see "first issue" light. It can be done.