Joe Tondu from Princeton, WI wrote:
I find it hard to believe that "Count Basie - One More Time - Music From The Pen Of Quincy Jones" is out of print. It is on the Roulette label. I think Mosaic Records has included this album in their reissue, but I have looked high and low for this on an individual CD to no avail. The 300 titles for Basie at Amazon comes up zilch. Was it reissued under a different name perhaps? Thanks in advance.
Joe:
Sorry, but 'One More Time" was reissued way back in 1991 on CD, and EMI doesn't seem to keep their Roulette titles in print all that long and they rarely reissue them a second time, though 'The Atomic Basie" was an exception. It has never been reissued under another title on Roulette. Likewise, Mosaic's limited edition boxed set of Basie's studio recordings for Roulette has long since sold out. You're going to have to go the used route, though none of my favorite sites (euclidrecords.com, half.com, vinylvendorscom) seem to have it in stock at the moment. Good luck!
Tony Ogboli from Highlands Ranch, CO wrote:
I have always been interested in jazz but my fascination over the last two years has grown exponentially. This year alone I have collected over 300 CDs and have many more in my wish list. That leads me to my question for you Ken, soliciting your best suggestions.
I meticulously go after the most recent CD reissued editions that are either in 20 Bit remastered or enhanced to current standard sound quality. I tried to avoid the older generation CDs due to their poor sound quality. Unfortunately, a huge number of these old CDs are yet to be reissued to current quality standard. I painfully resorted to the Japanese import editions but their prices have taken a huge toll on me that I now shy away from taking that route.
I have a list of hundreds of CDs yet to be purchased because I am hoping and waiting for the possibility they will be reissued. However, I am faced with the dilemma of either purchasing these low quality sound CDs now or wait for their possible reissued in the near future. Trying to acertain a prudent investment! About ninety percent of these wanted-CD list are Fantasy Labels, mostly issued between the late 80's and very early 90's. With your expertise and experience in the music industry, I need your helpful suggestions as to what I should do? Considering the fact that these CDs (especially the Fantasy Labels) are about a decade old, is it wise to assume that they would be prime candidates for near future reissues, there by justifying my continuing to wait? My fear is their possibility of being out-of-print with time, and at the same time I hate to purchase now only to have to replace them again (what a waste!). Any suggestion/tip on this for me? Please, your professional advise is highly appreciated.
Tony:
I understand your problem very well, though I find it difficult to justify buying the later 20 bit versions unless new material is added which isn't present on the earlier CD reissues. I have the same situation trying to guess which titles may eventually appear in comprehensive boxed sets, that's one reason I never completed the purchase of all nine volumes of Billie Holiday's Quintessential series.
Even though I've been on Fantasy's promotional mailing list for over a dozen years, their 20 bit reissues have come out rather sporadically, so I wouldn't wait for a specific title if you think there's any danger of it going out of print. Be aware that the OJC titles numbered 1700-1899 are limited editions, and that Contemporary selections seem to go out of print more often than Pablo or Prestige items. One way to get cheaper Japanese reissues is to look for used copies, they're hard to find but they're out there. Good luck!
Tim Cross from Lawrence, KS wrote:
I have been playing the tune "Waltzin'" (Victor Brasil) at gigs for a couple of months, because the sax player likes to call it. It's a very nice tune, and I like to play it, but I've never heard a recording of it. Is there a well-known recording of this available?
Tim:
Funny you should mention this somewhat obscure tune. It's on a CD by guitarist Frank Potenza called 'In My Dreams.' You'll be amused to see who wrote the review of it for the All Music Guide; here's the link:
http://allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=Aj4rc28vu054a
Cardinal from Orlando, FL wrote:
I'm looking for a song called "Phallacy" by a jazz artist called Mark Carey.I heard it on the radio today, is there any way I can find it on mp3? if not, what album is it on? I'm not exactly sure if I spelled the name or the song title right. Your help would mean a lot.
Cardinal:
The pianist you are looking for is Marc Cary and his composition, "Fallacy" is on 'Listen," his second CD as a leader. It should be widely available through most web sites that handle jazz. As for MP3s, I don't bother with them so I have no way of knowing if the song is available to download.
Will Vargas wrote:
Do you know if RCA/Bluebird has any plans to re-release the Fats Waller Early Years, Middle Years and Late Years 2 to 3 CD box sets? If so, when? If not, where can I get them?
Do you know if Columbia/Legacy is planning on ever releasing Buck Clayton Jam Sessions From The Vaults or any of Clayton's work for Columbia? Thank You.
Will:
I don't know of any definite plans by RCA to reissue the Waller material It has been reissued a number of times and the Bluebird and RCA boxed sets of the 1980s and 1990s were the most thorough collections put out in the U.S., though probably not as complete as the series of LPs put out by RCA Victor in France. Expect these songs to be reissued again, but possibly in a different series of packages.
The usual recommended sites, euclidrecords.com, half.com, and vinylvendors.com may have some of these titles, but check around the web.
All of the Buck Clayton Jam Sessions were put into a boxed set by Mosaic (The Complete CBS Buck Clayton Jam Sessions), but it is out of print. Since there is material restored to some of the songs in this reissue as well as some previously unreleased tracks, it is preferrable to purchase the complete sessions rather than try to find copies of the original records in decent condition; but expect to pay through the nose for it as it is only likely to turn up in jazz auction sites, since only 5000 were manufactured .
Lajos Nagy from Tatabanya, Hungary wrote:
On which two Blue Note albums title does Ornette Coleman work as a sideman? Thank You very much.
Lajos:
Ornette Coleman recorded a number of dates as a leader for Blue Note, but he played trumpet on the 1967 release by alto saxophonist Jackie McLean 'New and Old Gospel,' as well as alto sax on pianist Geri Allen's 1997 CD 'Eyes...In the Back of Your Head.' I'm afraid that both CDs may be out of print, but you should be able to find used copies on the various web sites I've recommended elsewhere in this month's column.
G-Lady from Atlanta, GA wrote:
Where is Pierre Copeland and Regina Carter?
G-lady:
I am not familiar with rock keyboardist Pierre Copeland, but violinist Regina Carter
is alive and well touring and recording for Verve. I saw her in New York City in June
at the Jazz Journalist Awards, where she won "Best String Player."
Stan Lotzkar from Gainesville, Florida wrote:
I have been looking for years for a Dave Brubeck Quartet album called "Jazz Goes to Junior College" on the Columbia label. It appears to have been discontinued. I am particularly interested in Paul Desmond's solo on "These Foolish Things" I have heard other versions of the song by the quartet, but it doesn't come close to the original. Any idea as to where I can lay my hands on it?
Stan:
It seems odd that Sony hasn't reissued this record in its Legacy series, but they may yet get around to it. You might also look for the 2 LP set Brubeck on Campus, which has both Jazz Goes to College and Jazz Goes to Junior College in their entirety. Otherwise, good LP dealers can be found: euclidrecords.com, vinylvendors.com, cadencebuilding.com (check their used LP and CD page), and gemm.com; I'm sure you should find a copy of one of the above versions before long.
John Raad wrote:
What happen to Norman Granz Jazz at the Philharmonic and where can I find his music? Could you please tell me where I could buy CD's or tapes to finish my collection?
John:
Jazz impressario Norman Granz, who died recently, produced many all star Jazz at the Philharmonic concerts and studio recording sessions over the years. There are a long list of recordings made for Verve and Pablo, some of which are in print and some which have been unavailable in the CD era.
Verve put out a complete Jazz at the Philharmonic boxed set 1944-1949 a few years ago. It is available through half.com and other sources, expect to pay $125 + up for a used copy and new copies might be $140 or more plus shipping. Unfortunately a lot of the material from the jam sessions in the studio and on stage from the 1950s hasn't been reissued since the LP era. Good LP sources include euclidrecords.com, cadencebuilding.com (Look in the set price sale for used discs and cutouts), gemm.com, and vinylvendors.com.
The Pablo material is pretty much in print and is available through www.fantasyjazz.com, which owns Pablo.
Clay Julian from Victoria BC Canada wrote:
I am Looking to get rid of an LP box set of John Coltrane the Complete Atlantic Recordings, a limited edition of 3000, it's numbered. Any idea of how much and where I would sell such a thing?
Clay:
Your best bet is probably to auction it through ebay. Do some research to see what price similar sets have sold for in the past on their site, and check some of the used record sites (euclidrecords.com, vinylvendors.com, gemm.com, redtrumpet.com) to see if they have any for sale at a fixed price, though it is more likely that any dealer would auction such a set. Be sure to set a minimim price that you are willing to accept, it costs a little extra, but you don't want to give the thing away for a lowball offer. Good luck.
Donna Stackowicz of Westmont, IL wrote:
Didn't Andre Previn and David Rose make an album called "Secret Songs for Young Lovers" which featured the tune "Like Young?" It came out around the early 60's I think. I can't seem to find any record of it. Have I got the title confused? It wouldn't be the first time. Thank You.
Donna:
An LP by that name was released by Andre Previn and David Rose under that title by MGM, but I have been unable to find a lost of songs on this long out-fo-print LP. Try asking joe@euclidrecords.com, who seems to find nearly everything you want eventually!
Sarah Zephynz from White Plains, NY wrote:
I'm looking to find the recording of "Mean To Me"...Billie and Lester...on what CD will I find it?
Sarah:
The 1937 recording of Billie Holiday with Teddy Wilson & His Orchestra, featuring Lester Young on tenor sax, has appeared on several different CDs, including one of the out of print Quintessential series (there were 9 volumes) and is currently available in the boxed set released last fall by Columbia/Legacy, Lady DAy: The Complete Billie Holiday on Columbia 1933-1944.
Naomi Jeffries from Los Osos CA wrote:
I'm looking for info re: what singer has recorded "Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most," (probably female). I know it was written by Tommy Wolf and Fran Landesman.
Naomi:
This ballad has been recorded frequently. Among the singers who've done it are: Julie London, Ella Fiztgerals, Sarah Vaughan, Eden Atwood, Irene Kral, Ellyn Rucker, Betty Carter, June Christy, and Chris Connor, just to name a few...
Stanley Lotzkar from Gainesville, Florida wrote:
Could you tell me who the trombone player was on the original recording of Woody Herman's "Bijou?" I have a recollection that it was Juan Tizol who played primarily with Ellington but also appeared with the Woody Herman band. Thanks.
Stan:
Ralph Burns wrote it for trombonist Bill Harris as a feature in Woody Herman's band. It was evidently first recorded on 8/20/45 and most recently appeared on Woody Herman: Blowin' Up A Storm! The Columbia Years 1945-1947.
Part of the confusion may stem from the fact that many critics thought that the solo was played on a valve trombone (Tizol's instrument), but Herman stated emphatically that Harris used a slide trombone.
James Castro wrote:
You helped me out last time with your extensive knowledge on Jazz. Do you know if Stan Getz was married to a one Beverly Getz? She supposedly sang a little. Thanks.
James:
Beverly Getz (maiden name Beverly Byrne) was singing with Gene Krupa when she met her future husband, Stan Getz. She also freelanced some with Getz, and worked with Randy Brooks, Herbie Fields, and Claude Thornhill, though I can't verify that she did any recording. She also performed some in the years prior to her death in 1972 at the age of 45.
Richard and Pam Butterworth wrote:
For a while know I've been hunting around on the internet for the name of a Monty Alexander trio tune that I heard on an early morning radio show. Now that I have eventually discovered the name, being a version of "People Make the World Go Round," I was wondering if you know of the cd it originates from, or any catalouge numbers, sites, etc. Much appreciated, Ken
Richard + Pam:
The song you are seeking appeared on a now unavailable LP by the Monty Alexander Trio called The Way It Is, on the MPS label. Unfortunately information about European and Japanese reissues of such titles is erratic in the U.S., but as far as I know this album hasn't been reissued on CD.
Here's a link to a list of songs and the LP catalog #:
http://allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=A8tadqj1iojaa
Grover C. Boshers from Orlando, FL wrote:
I am in search of an album that my girlfriend says is out of print. It is an album of Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington. She believes that the album is titled "The Great Reunion". She had the album once on vinyl and would like to get the CD but cannot find it. I have looked and read, what I can, and the only production of the two artists I have found (the only time I have found that the two artists ever got together and produce music) mentioned is 'The Summit' there are two releases of it, and it is one CD, the other is the complete works of 'The Summit' and is two CDs, the first CD is in both sets are the same the complete works containing a second CD of additional cuts.
Can you help, with your knowledge and connections, is my girlfriend correct and this other production is just not well known and out of print? Please help shine some light on my lack of knowledge on the subject.
Grover:
I'm glad to be of some help. Duke Ellington joined Louis Armstrong in the studio over two days in April, 1961, and it produced two LPs on the Roulette label: Together Again for the First Time and The Great Reunion. Over time they were reissued together as a two LP set and later combined on a single CD (titled Together Again for the First Time) with all 17 tracks released on the original LPs. Then in 2000, they were reissued on a single CD (The Great Summit-The Master Takes) and the two CD set The Great Summit-complete Sessions-Deluxe Edition. The two CD set is the one you want to buy, as it includes previously unreleased alternate takes and rehearsals of the music; having owned several of the earlier CD versions, don't miss it!
Brian Hope from Huntingdon, Cambs. UK. wrote:
From a download from the web at some time, I have a recording of "Mood Indigo" by the Ellington Band that lasts for 10:16. It was recorded in a relaxed atmosphere somewhere, there is a lot of chat between the band and the crowd. It opens with a long introduction by the Duke, followed by solos from Russell Procope on clarinet and a beauty from Shorty Baker, and then the Duke, during which he comments on "having tried all afternoon to get that phrase." I have no idea what overall recording it is from but would love to be able to buy a copy. Any help possible, O Font of Knowledge?
Brian:
When the question is about Duke Ellington, there is always hope! The long version of "Mood Indigo" comes from the last of three sets recorded at the Blue Note in Chicago (a long since defunct night club), recorded Aug, 9 1959 (or actually, Aug. 10th, since this was from the start of the midnight set). It appeared on the Roulette two CD set Live at the Blue Note in 1994. I am not sure whether it is still in print, but you should be able to find a copy on line in any case.
Peter Neff from Nashville, TN wrote:
I have a cassette tape of a rehearsal date with Billie Holiday and Jimmiy Rowles at the piano. The bass player is unidentified. It may have been recorded without her knowledge, I don't know but it seems obvious that it is late in her career, her speech is slurred, I will make no assumptions here, and she is preparing for a record date. She sings "Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone", Ellington's "Prelude to a Kiss", an obscure tune "Restless", "Everything Happens to Me", and others. The most intriguing aspect of this recording is that she reminisces about her life and career in-between songs. Do you have any information about this recording or any resources that I could use to find out the origin of the recording? Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Peter:
The rehearsal sessions you wrote about was recorded Aug. 22, 1955 at the home of bassist Artie Shapiro, who accompanies Billie Holiday along with Jimmy Rowles. It was originally over 90 minutes in length, but some genius at ABC-Paramount edited it down to around 45 minutes and threw away many of the unissued portions. Reissue producer Phil Schaap tried to reconstruct as much as possible for the Complete Billie Holiday on Verve set, adding a number of fragments, complete takes and discussions, though I don't believe that this rehearsal has been reissued on CD apart from the 10 CD boxed set.
Some but not all of the songs rehearsed were recorded in the studio the following day, with a larger group including Rowles and bassist John Simmons in place of Shapiro.
Alok Vasudev from Austin, TX wrote:
I'm looking for the Freddie Hubbard album "Ready For Freddie". I don't know why such a great album as been put out of print. Any help on locating this brilliant piece of work would be greatly appreciated.
Alok:
No matter how much we like a certain reissue title, one almost has to purchase them immediately since there is no guarantee that it will remain in print for much more than a year.
I haven't turned up any sites which have Hubbard's 'Ready for Freddie' (last reissued in 1995) in stock, but you can always put it on a wish list through half.com, or contact euclidrecords or a similar site to see if they will do the same. I bet you will have a copy in your hands within 6 months, if it isn't reissued in Blue Note's RVG series over the next year.
