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A compilation of CTI items (most previously unreleased) by Benson. Nice disc. George Benson “Space” CTI King Jazz Japan cd

From the Grateful Dead “Enjoying the Ride” 60th Anniversary box set, Oakland Coliseum Arena, Oakland, CA (12/27/89) disc 1

Gary Peacock–he always amazes me with his imagination and technique. Keith Jarrett/Gary Peacock/Jack DeJohnette “Yesterdays” ECM cd 240×240 12.2 KB

Listening to “Murder Most Foul” first. Bob Dylan “Rough and Rowdy Ways” Sony Japan 2 cd set.

A thunderstorm woke us up and I for one had a hard time going back to sleep so I got up to do some listening. This solo piano disc (like the other three in the series on Adventure Music) is fascinating and in great sound and perfect for this time of the day/night. Great selections as well–a few originals and well chosen pieces. Benjamin Taubkin, “Piano Masters Series, Vol. 1” Followed by Charles Mingus “Statements” Studio Songs cd Charles Mingus - bass Eddie Preston - trumpet Charles McPherson - alto sax Bobby Jones - tenor sax Jaki Byard - piano Dannie Richmond - drums

“Alexis Cole Sings Pepper Adams–I Carry Your Heart” Motema cd 500×451 35.7 KB Arranged By – Jeremy Kahn Bass – Dennis Carroll Drums – George Fludas Lyrics By – Barry Wallenstein Music By – Pepper Adams Piano – Jeremy Kahn Tenor Saxophone – Eric Alexander, Pat LaBarbera Vocals – Alexis Cole “The world premiere recordings of Pepper Adams ballads paired with lyrics.” Recorded by John Larson and Vijay Tellis-Nayak at Transient Sound, Chicago - May 24-25, 2011.

Shirley Horn “Travelin’ Light” ABC Paramount/GRP Impulse cd An early Horn, very nice–the two flutes are fun! Shirley Horn – piano, vocals Joe Newman – trumpet Jerome Richardson – flute, tenor saxophone Frank Wess - flute, alto and tenor saxophones Kenny Burrell – guitar Marshall Hawkins – bass Bernard Sweetney – drums 300×298 12 KB

Shirley Horn “Here’s to Life” Verve cd 300×296 9.55 KB Wow, Shirley is in a world all her own, a beautiful world.

Vinicius Cantuária "Horse And Fish" Hannibal cd Bass – Paul Socolow Drums, Percussion – Paulo Braga Percussion – Mauro Refosco, Nanny Assis Producer, Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar – Vinicius Cantuária Trumpet, Synthesizer, Percussion – Michael Leonhart

I've had it since it was first released. Timeless, incredible music. Great sound. Recommended!

This lovely lady is a great singer. Sabrina Malheiros “New Morning” cd Followed by From the “Enjoying the Ride” box set Grateful Dead Capital Centre, Landover MD (9/15/82)

Kurt Elling & Charlie Hunter “SuperBlue: The Iridescent Spree” Ellng Enterprices cd 150×150 4.37 KB Drums – Corey Fonville Drums, Electric Piano – Nate Smith Flute – Elena Pinderhughes Guitar – Charlie Hunter Keyboards – DJ Harrison Saxophone – Dan White Trombone – Chris Ott Trumpet – Jon Lampley Voice – Kurt Elling Like the previous “Superblue” a funky affair.

Starting off a muggy morning with a classic that sounds so good. Miles Davis “Kind of Blue” Mobile Fidelity SACD

Wow, this disc is sounding phenomenal today–deep and resonant sound! From 1958, when stereo Capitol records were produced with excellent sound. “The Ballad Style of Stan Kenton” Capitol cd

I too have dropped pounds and now the T-Shirts I have of this series are bigger than necessary! Too bad, but not too bad.

Moving on to some Mingus I have not heard in a long time. Mingus was something else! “CHARLES MINGUS IN PARIS – The COMPLETE AMERICA SESSION” 2 cd set disc 1

Oh my it finally cooled down. Still dark, quiet, still. Pulled this from the shelves, a nice way to start the day. MTB “Solid Jackson” Criss Cross cd Brad Mehldau (P) Mark Turner (Ts) Peter Bernstein (G) Larry Grenadier (B) Bill Stewart (D) 500×500 31.2 KB followed by Shirley Scott “One for Me” Strata East cd Shirley with Harold Vick and Billy Higgins. From 1975. Very nice reissue! Nice dynamics. 500×500 38.6 KB Original cover:

On to another disc from the Grateful Dead “Enjoying the Ride” 60th Anniversary box set, Capital Centre, Landover MD (3/17/93) disc 2

This night was a hot one! Didn’t sleep as well as I’d like but 's alright. Starting off with a disc I’ve neglected long enough, Horace Tapscott “Dark Tree,” the second disc.

With my wife I've been re-watching (her case, for the first time these seasons for me) Project Runway Seasons 1 through 4 so far. By myself, started the new season of Star Trek: Strange Worlds.

Sun Ra “Nuits de la Fondation Maeght” Strut Records 4 cd set, disc 2

On to another disc from the Grateful Dead “Enjoying the Ride” 60th Anniversary box set, Capital Centre, Landover MD (3/17/93) disc 1

Warm and humid morning after some early morning rain. Feeling a bit sticky and sad. Miss my little dachshund audio companion some mornings more than others. Starting off with a new arrival, the King Jazz CTI “Alltime Collection” George Benson/Joe Farrell “Benson & Farrell” CTI Japan cd. A smooth selection to ease into the day.

I like the work with his brother and with Bu and am glad he became a success. My youngest brother was playing trumpet in band when he broke out onto the radio and he was inspired to improve and keep playing and became (with a little help from my record collection) a jazz fan and still keeps his lip in some shape to this day--and Chuck and the Blackbyrds are largely responsible.

Who knows. They put it out so they haven't orphaned it at least. Most who would want it have had it for over a decade!