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Four Classic Albums (April In Paris/King Of Swing/Atomic Mr Basie/The Greatest! - Count Basie Plays, Joe Williams Sings Standards)

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by: Count Basie

June 30, 2008
Some of Basie's best studio albums from 1953-57, on two cds. Superb value, excellent sound quality and original liner notes preserved.

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Mi Nina Lola

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by: Buika

May 21, 2007
I bought this CD on the back of a review in "the Week."

It is a fusion of latin and jazz, and she has the most wonderful husky voice. A joy to listen to!

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Jimmy Giuffre: Four Classic Albums Plus (Jimmy Giuffre / Tangents In Jazz / The Jimmy Giuffre 3 / Historic Jazz Concert At Music Inn)

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by: Jimmy Giuffre

July 28, 2008
It is perplexing how under-rated Jimmy Giuffre is. He played in similar settings, at times, to that other great baritone sax player Gerry Mulligan, although Giuffre also played clarinet and tenor sax.

He used a number of settings but only occasionally with piano. His range went from, what ultra conservative jazz pundits like Wynton Marsalis call, real blues based jazz to more loose, less rhythmic free chamber jazz, of which Giuffre was a pioneer. This latter style of jazz became the staple of the German based, highly influential and successful ECM record label. Giuffre later recorded for that label with Paul Bley and Steve Swallow with whom he previously recorded his classic Free Fall album for Columbia.

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Four Classic Albums: Anita Sings the Most/the Lady Is a Tramp/An Evening With Anita O'day/Anita

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by: Anita O'Day

September 29, 2008
It is perplexing how under-rated Jimmy Giuffre is. He played in similar settings, at times, to that other great baritone sax player Gerry Mulligan, although Giuffre also played clarinet and tenor sax.

He used a number of settings but only occasionally with piano. His range went from, what ultra conservative jazz pundits like Wynton Marsalis call, real blues based jazz to more loose, less rhythmic free chamber jazz, of which Giuffre was a pioneer. This latter style of jazz became the staple of the German based, highly influential and successful ECM record label. Giuffre later recorded for that label with Paul Bley and Steve Swallow with whom he previously recorded his classic Free Fall album for Columbia.

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Piazzolla: Tango Zero Hour

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Jazz
from: Nonesuch

April 03, 2000
This as hands down one of the most astonishing recordings I have ever heard. I bought it knowing a bit about tango, and a bit about Piazzolla, but regardless of that, this is incredible music. The music itself is gorgeous - dark, beautiful, ominous, brooding and deeply passionate. The playing is beyond compare - laser precise and yet at the same time gritty and rough. This is very much a band effort, and what a band - they swing, caress and whip up thunder.

Apparently this angered the tango purists in Argentina, as did much of Piazzollas output, and I can see why - this is modern, vital music, with clear influences from jazz, classical music and even the rush of punk. I must emphasise that you do not need to know much about tango to ... Read More:

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Songs to Sing: the Best of Nina Simone

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by: Nina Simone

May 01, 2006
Amazing album from an amazing singer.

Perfect relaxing music. Various live recordings add spice to this double disc set and prove how talented a singer Nina Simone really was. Both discs are worth putting on repeat.

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The Only Jazz Album You'll Ever Need

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by: Various Artists

September 04, 1999
Amazon don't even agree with the title as you'll see they say most customers buy it with the Best of Smooth Jazz. Many of these tracks are excellent but not mixed on the same album. Steer clear is my advice.

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Live - Revancha Tour 2003 / Lunatico Tour 2007

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by: Gotan Project

November 03, 2008
Amazon don't even agree with the title as you'll see they say most customers buy it with the Best of Smooth Jazz. Many of these tracks are excellent but not mixed on the same album. Steer clear is my advice.

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Hot Corner

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Jazz
by: Five Corners Quintet

November 17, 2008
Amazon don't even agree with the title as you'll see they say most customers buy it with the Best of Smooth Jazz. Many of these tracks are excellent but not mixed on the same album. Steer clear is my advice.

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Pachelbel's Greatest Hit

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Jazz
from: Red Seal

October 13, 2003
It goes without saying that if you like Canon, you'll love this CD. It contains fifteen delicious variations of the Canon (and one Gigue). There are one or two versions that are bound to become your favourites. For one of the most repetitive songs around, I'm amazed to say I've never tired of this song. You know where it's going, but it's still relaxing and uplifting, whether as background music or to listen mindfully (try listening through headphones to feel ultra calm and wonderful!). Would probably make great background music at a party or wedding reception, shop etc. This CD is a regular feature on my CD player. It's great value for money too. There should be more like it!