Hey Liam, ... of ... Joe's just about my favorite saxophone player. He's amazing. And it seems I'm not alone with the opinion. :) ... Here's what I used to do:...
Hi Pete, I think I've heard the name (Lovano); I'll look him up. I like listening to horn players, I think one can learn a lot from their approach to...
Hey. I am listening to James Muller's stuff. I like that he isn't afraid to play things that aren't strictly jazz even tho the drums and bass are covering the...
Hey Ron, I agree with what you said about James being less mature in his compositions than Pat. This is to be expected I guess; James is only a young bloke....
Yea, I completely agree. My comments were not ment to diminish his accomplishments at all. He indeed looks very young. On Broadbent and Watts, if you have a...
... they ... has ... lots ... Hey Ron, Ritenour is definitely an all-round player if there ever was one.. makes me think why he's not being taken so seriously...
Hi Petri and Ron, I can remember listening to Lee Ritenour years ago; I always found his technique and speed very impressive. As far as I remember, his music...
Hi to ya' Perti, I can relate on the tinnitus thing. I've had it for quite some time 24/7....crickets, cicada, and other high pitched sounds. At least it seems...
Well you are right about the commercial stuff hurting him. And he probably wouldn't make my top 10 but to tell the truth I don't really have 10 that I listen...
Hello, This email message is a notification to let you know that a file has been uploaded to the Files area of the bluesette group. File : /Lyric and...
You can get free jazz riffs from the biab site: http://www.pgmusic.com/riffaday_jgp.php <http://www.pgmusic.com/riffaday_jgp.php> Riffs are displayed in...
Start with a chord progression or tune you want to work on. On the soloist menu, select generate and play a solo. There are a large number of styles to choose...
Hi Benny, Glad you joined. I uploaded a chart for Satin Doll in the files section of this group. You'll find it in: Files > Guitar Sheets It's in C Major,...
Wes's 4 chords/bar approach is worth listening to on this tune: http://www.emusic.com/album/Wes-Montgomery-The-Wes-Montgomery-Trio-MP3-D ownload/10592142.html...
I managed to D/L a 13 album set of Wes Cds from this site: http://www.btmon.com/torrent/wes%20montgomery You need a free client program to D/L which you can...
Hi Bill, I agree; it's an excellent example. I think Wes was the quintessential jazz guitarist. Not just in his note selection, technique and feel but (for...
I agree, and of all the Wes recordings, the first trio album that Satin Doll is on (along with 'Round Midnight and End Of A Love Affair) has a very special...
Hi Liam, I haven't seen that title of Wes and Mel Rhyne; I think it has to be a compilation since all those tunes are on some of the original albums I have....
Hi Petri, You're right, it is a compilation of of Wes' earlier recordings with Mel Rhyne before he turned commercial to survive. It's become hard to get, but...
HI Liam, I didn't realize the web page comment was from a pro - I'm really glad to hear that! I actually do have a question for you but I'll get back to you on...
Hi Petri, I guess I can call myself a pro as I have made a few $$$ designing sites recently, although I'm primarily a teacher. Feel free to email me direct if...
I've uploaded a few backing tracks at this location: http://www.liamalexander.com/music/jam_tracks I've only added a few so far but I plan to add more. I've...
Passing along this info for the Los Angeles locals -- George Benson - jazz and r&b legend - is performing at the Walt Disney Concert Hall! Concert Info: LA...
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I hope the George Benson was enjoyable, unfortunately, Los Angeles is a bit out of the way for me. Speaking of George, I've been messing around with my website...
From the network of Tamm E Hunt founder/chief editor/Jazz & Blues Singer Date: March 6, 2008 Re: Jazz Power The Global Jazz Network I'm member of THE GLOBAL...
Hi Tamm, Thanks, I joined the 'Global Jazz Network'. Looks very interesting; a new competitor to myspace? In fact, I think it looks a lot better than myspace...