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That's a pretty pessimistic and dismissive generalization, Chris. You're too young to be that dark on horn players already- that should still be a few years off! Don't let a bad experience result in a generalization like that. As a representative of horn players I hate to see anyone turn to the dark side. There are some out there who might just inspire you! Care to elaborate on what brought you to this conclusion?

Sorry to say he passed away in 1994, RIP.

I'm already on record as guessing that they will have it in January. We should start a pool! Is there a "Vince factor" this time?

I was a member of the "CO2" during my Austin days ('80s). A fun group to play with, a creative oasis in a town with lots of great music but not a big jazz scene. During my time with the group we performed w/Vinnie Golia and (bassist) Ken Filiano as well as Dennis Gonzalez. Big fun! Tina at that time was married to trombonist Randy Zimmerman (an excellent player and great guy) but I understand they have since gone their separate ways. During that time Alex Coke left town to play with the Wilhelm Breuker Collectief. People came and went all the time. Former Basie trumpeter Martin Banks was also a participant. Mitch Watkins (guitarist, did several recordings w/Barbara Dennerlein) was around then- as far as I know he probably still is- people really get attached to Austin (I know I did). Mitch is a VERY creative and engaging soloist and composer. There was at that time a great nucleus of players in town, it was a great hang. It was during that time that I had the opportunity to meet and play with legendary bassist Gene Ramey. I also did some gigs with Luis Gasca when he was in town (hmm....he still owes me some $$ for those gigs!) Brazilian guitaist Toninho Horta came to town several times. Austin was also where I got to hear Chet Baker just before he passed. Also Jimmy Ford & Arnett Cobb. Wow, when I think about it, it was at times a pretty great scene! That was a good time to be in Austin- it was still "weird".

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Nice to see all my Ohio jazz bone brothers getting together! Paul Ferguson is a great guy and a great writer, as is Vaughn Wiester (from Columbus). Chas Baker runs the jazz studies program at Kent State. I first moved to the area when I got married in '99- I taught part-time at Youngstown State and played with the Cleveland Jazz Orchestra. A lot of very talented musicians out there! How's my friend (trumpeter) Jack Schantz doing? But "Bon' Swa"??? Hmmm.....may have to throw a flag on that one. Edit: BTW, when I was teaching at Youngstown, the program was at that time being led by the late Tony Leonardi. Tony was a wonderful person, a great educator and happened to have been the bassist on Woody Herman's Basin Street West sessions which were finally collected and organized for the Mosaic single release. It was a priviledge to have gotten to know and work with him. The program is now (I believe) being led by another talented and great guy, saxophonist Kent Englehardt.

There is a spot with a sign that says "Reserved for Professor McKee", right? Ha! I wish.....I get the "priviledge" of purchasing a parking permit which then allows me to compete for a space.

It will be interesting to experience my first football season at FSU. I haven't been at a school with a program this big since I was a student at UT-Austin. This is a huge school with 40,000 students (but only about 12,000 parking places!). I think the 'Noles are going to have a good, but maybe not great season. On Fridays before home games they have a big block party downtown. I plan on going to a game or two, maybe a little later in the season when it's not quite so MF hot! Edit: It still feels funny to be a proponent of a team I used to root against (I'd never been a fan of FSU, UF or Miami). I guess since I became a "free agent" all that has changed!

I'm certainly no expert, but is there any chance that's a rotary valve flugelhorn that Owens is playing?? Yes, it is a flugel.

Sorry to hear about the departure of Moose, Mark. My dog is still living, and being well cared for by my ex, but one of the most painful aspects of being divorced has been how much I miss my doggie pal. We were the best of friends and he always brightened the worst of days. I think about him every single day. When I was still in the house and online late at night (usually at this site) he would be under the table on his bed asleep keeping my feet warm. Man, we do love our animals, don't we? I'll also miss the Jazzmoose (it goes back quite a way on this and the BN board), but as long as you continue to hang here I don't care what name you use. All the best!

Looks like Old Town has won, and by an impressive margin late in the game. Congrats!

Thanks for the links, brownie! Great music! I hadn't seen that '68 set before. Jimmy Owens playing the rotary-valve trumpet! I forgot he did that. It sure sounded like one of Slide's arrangements. It's always a trip to see him play the trombone left-handed- I'm left handed too, but learned to play the horn right-handed. I have no idea if this is way off base, but in '67-'68 Slide did some recording with Henri Texier (bass) and Daniel Humair (drums). Are these by any chance the guys on this session? Who's the other trumpet? Phil sure sounded great, on all of it. Great stuff!

Just wondering, how many "Newburys" are there? I'm just curious, are the folks at Newbury appreciative (or even cognizent) of the business generated by the Organissimo board? I guess they wouldn't have any way of knowing this, but they should. If you do happen to visit them, please thank them (on behalf, I would expect, of many on this board) for their prompt service and excellent selection. I, for one, have been very satisfied with their service (better than our old favorite Caiman, IMHO).

Seven "fucks" in one post! Fucking impressive!

I've been jonesin' for this for awhile (though I have many of these on CD already) and when I read your post I decided to go for it. Thanks a lot, Matthew........ Interesting price variation among the various sources: Amazon (used, independent seller): $199.00 (yeah, right!!!) CDUniverse: $121.65 Overstock: $95.21 Needless to say I went for the latter, seemed like a good deal, especially not knowing if this box is going to disappear soon. (Interesting, I also got the Evans Verve "Tetanus" box from Overstock some time ago....) I'm sure someone else found it for 50 bucks or something, though......

Sorry to go all "Aggie87" on you BM, but there is an existing thread on this topic......

"A little song, a little dance, a little seltzer down your pants."

Happy Birthday Lon! Best wishes and hopes for brighter days ahead.

I thought that sounded familiar......

Very well said, Mark.

Years ago I was living in a condo with paper thin walls. I thought the dude next door was playing a trombone but it turned out to be gas.

Contrary to others here, I tend to buy cheap sunglasses because I'm always losing/breaking them.

I'm curious about the coffee maker deal... I've been using a free coffee maker for years. What should I look for in a coffee maker? I don't need the bells and whistles. When its time to make coffee, I can walk down the steps and grind it, measure it and press the button (although I have always had a timer, it is nice sometimes). I have a permanent filter that I wash and reuse. Is there really an upgrade, or is it all looks? Thanks. I don't have a high-tech coffee maker, but I do like the ones with an insulated carafe (I have a Braun) which keeps the coffee hot for several hours w/o the bitter taste that the always-on heating element creates. I don't have any need for the high-end designer stuff. I also have a french press and a Bialetti stovetop espresso maker that I use from time to time, both are inexpensive items. More importantly, I bought a burr-type coffee grinder (as opposed to the blade type) and I've noticed a real difference (for the better) in the flavor.

Catfight! Rere!

Just got these from d'bastids. Looking forward to a listen today.