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Jan 28, 2018

Jeep’s Blues

Through disarray, randomness and inconsistency, jazz is unparalleled in its ability to recreate the hazy conversation and carefree air of a 1920’s New York coffeeshop. It may seem to us ironic, for relaxation to stem from music that breaks the rules, plays with time, and thrives in illogic; but the high…

Miles White in Appreciating Jazz

Dec 13, 2017

Ron Carter: A Bassist for All Seasons

The Legendary Bass Player is as Eloquent With Words as He Is With Music

Arnav Shetty in Appreciating Jazz

Dec 11, 2017

Strode Rode

A piece’s energy can be gauged by how much it makes you want to tap your foot along to the beat. “Strode Rode” from Sonny Rollins’ 1956 Prestige album Saxophone Collosus demands from its listener more than just quiet appreciation — it’s a torrent of jumpy rhythms, saxophone virtuosity, and an almost…

Arnav Shetty in Appreciating Jazz

Nov 30, 2017

Autumn Leaves

Here is a piece by Julian “Cannonball” Adderley from his 1959 album “Somethin’ Else”.

Arnav Shetty in Appreciating Jazz

Nov 30, 2017

Las Vegas Tango

Here is a piece by Gil Evans called “Las Vegas Tango”. It is part of his Verve Album The Individualism of Gil Evans which was released in 1964.

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Arnav Shetty in Appreciating Jazz

Nov 30, 2017

All of Me

Eleanora Fagan, better known as Billie Holiday, recorded this gem in 1941 which was not part of an album but rather included in early 2000s Legacy and Columbia compilations of her lifetime work.