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July 2011
| July 2011 Newsletter: Jazz Lines Publications News and a Very Special Jazz Birthday
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Jazz Lines Publications' latest releases bring our catalog to 213 titles. We continue to be both enthused and humbled by the worldwide support and encouragement we are receiving. The recent collaboration with Oliver Nelson Jr. to publish his father's masterwork charts from the The Blues and the Abstract Truth joined our formal agreement with Frank Sinatra Enterprises as events which we place among our proudest moments. We take our mission most seriously as preservers and promoters of the greatest of American music, and it is at this time of year - when educators and bands the world over are preparing for the upcoming year - that we work our very hardest to continue to expand the catalog of accurate, legal, and readily available charts from the increasing roster of giants we work with and represent. Check right below in the Featured New Arrangements area for details on our latest, and please check back again soon, as upcoming releases will include Eddie Sauter's arrangements for Stan Getz's Focus, the remaining charts from Benny Carter's Central City Sketches, more from Frank Sinatra, and other exciting pieces as well.
Edward Lee Morgan was born in Philadelphia on July 10, 1938, a mere 73 years ago yesterday. Those who know us at ejazzlines know that Lee is among our very favorite musicians. He grew up in Philly, observing and learning from the amazing number of jazz greats who lived, worked, and came through that city in the 1950s, and the precocious Lee was playing with Dizzy Gillespie and Art Blakey while still in his teens. He led the first of what would be a long line of great Blue Note sessions in the fall of 1956 at age 18 and at age 19 joined Curtis Fuller as the 'kids' who stood next to John Coltrane in the horn line for Blue Train. Lee accomplished so much in his 33 years despite personal problems that it is impossible to list more than a sampling of it here. Sessions like Candy, The Sidewinder, Cornbread, Search for the New Land, The Procrastinator and others featured most of the hard/post bop era's greatest players at their best: Hank Mobley, Sonny Clark, Jackie McLean, Joe Henderson, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Grant Green, Ron Carter, Bobby Hutcherson, and so many more.
As the 1970s began, in addition to experimenting more with modality, Lee was also becoming more political and more involved in education and was making changes in his personal life; all of this seemed to signal what would be a new era for him. More great music to be sure, but he also was ready to take the role of a leader a la Jackie McLean - someone who would speak, teach, and lead as well as create music. An argument with his common-law wife which escalated into a shooting between sets at Slug's in New York ended Lee's life on February 19, 1972 at the tragically premature age of 33. Lee Morgan led dozens of sessions and was a sideman on many more. His leader sessions - especially as he matured in the 1960s - were characterized by an advanced sense of melody and a forerunning theme of funk. His records were joyous, hip, and rocking, and remain among the best of the classic Blue Note era. He lived far too few years, but his prolific nature resulted in a recorded legacy which leaves something for every jazz fan. In the tradition of the best leaders, Lee always let his great sidemen stretch out - he would bring fantastic compositions to the sessions, amass wonderful small groups, and give everyone the room to let their mastery come through. It is here - in the sound and vibe of his best leader sessions - that the true greatness of Lee Morgan shines like a beacon to see and hear for all eternity.
We once again thank everyone for your support - it is sincerely appreciated every day of the year!
Rob and Doug at ejazzlines
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In addition to the featured new releases we have published on the Jazz Lines Publications imprint recently, we also remind everyone of June's JLP charts, which included the world premiere release of the complete arrangements from Oliver Nelson's The Blues and the Abstract Truth, which are all available separately or as a boxed set. Other recent Jazz Lines Publications releases include Frank Sinatra's Where or When, Charlie Barnet's Skyliner, Benny Goodman's Air Mail Special, Gil Evans's Royal Garden Blues, Sammy Davis Jr.'s Begin the Beguine, and yet another from the great Benny Carter, Souvenir. We also have listed in July's pages many brand new charts from Sierra, Kendor, and Alfred, as well as Rick Hirsch's Auld Lang Syne, now available again. Sierra's releases include Chicago and It Could Happen to You (edited) as done by Maynard Ferguson and Bill Holman's arrangement of The Daily Dance as written for Stan Kenton. Please keep an especially close eye on these pages, as July and August will see many new pieces constantly added to our site.
ALL JULY 2011 NEW ARRANGEMENTS
ALL JUNE 2011 NEW ARRANGEMENTS
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SWINGIN' DOWN THE LANE: FRANK SINATRA/NELSON RIDDLE
Well, here is one of the most recognizable arrangements from the Sinatra/Riddle collaborations. This brilliant arrangement was recorded on the Songs for Swingin' Lovers album. This studio orchestra arrangement features a full big band with strings and harp. This is in the key of E, and, as such, the brass and reeds will need some time to adjust to the quantity of sharps and flats in the key signatures. This has been published from the original parts. |
ALL I NEED IS THE GIRL: FRANK SINATRA/BILLY MAY
Here is another great Billy May arrangement from the Sinatra/Ellington album, recorded in 1967. This nice swing chart features a solo for alto sax. Jazz Lines Publications is very proud to publish these tunes, making the music of a truly landmark and historic recording session available to the public for the first time. This has been engraved from the original parts: this is not a transcription. |
GET ME TO THE CHURCH ON TIME: FRANK SINATRA/BILLY BYERS
Billy Byers was commissioned by Quincy Jones in June of 1965 to write this arrangement for an upcoming tour Frank Sinatra was doing with the Count Basie Orchestra. It was written as an opener and originally included a 10-bar opening sequence that led to a vamp. In addition, there were a few cuts in the arrangement - we have included all the original music and have indicated what was cut so that you have the choice in what you wish to include for your performance. |
AVALON: TERRY GIBBS DREAM BAND/MED FLORY
This Med Flory arrangement was written for the Terry Gibbs Dream Band and was recorded in 1959. This was originally written to feature a tenor saxophone battle during an open solo section and Terry on vibraphone. We have included optional Bb or Eb solo parts so that it may be played with any featured soloist. |
PEOPLE TIME: BENNY CARTER
This gorgeous ballad was written by Benny Carter as part of his Central City Sketches suite (the 3rd movement). It was originally titled People and was written to feature flute (on alto 1) and trumpet. We have included an alternate alto 1 part that avoids the flute double. This is not difficult to play and is a great introduction to Benny's ballad writing. |
MELANCHOLY LULLABY: BENNY CARTER
Melancholy Lullaby was written in 1939 by Benny Carter and became his theme song. In the 1970s Benny revised his 1939 arrangement so that it featured a solo alto saxophonist along with a full big band. This is a very beautiful, late-night, show closer ballad. Brass are on cup mutes throughout. This arrangement was never recorded by Benny. |
DOOZY: BENNY CARTER
Here is the big band version of one of Benny Carter's best-known tunes. This arrangement was written for the American Jazz Orchestra in 1986 and features a solo for trumpet as well as a lengthy shout section. |
EASY MONEY: BENNY CARTER
Benny Carter originally composed and arranged this famous melody for the Count Basie band, who recorded it in 1961 (published by Sierra Music). In 1982 Benny revised his earlier arrangement to be used for concerts and master classes he was giving. In 1987 this arrangement was recorded by the American Jazz Orchestra. The melody remains largely the same as the 1961 chart and Benny considered this arrangement to be the definitive version of this song. |
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Early July's DVD selections also include the re-listing of the documentary on Chucho Valdes and Irakere, as well as a new DVD teaching the guitar style of Jimi Hendrix. We also have many new educational DVDs for guitar, including Gipsy Guitar which teaches Flamenco, Steve Kaufman's new DVD on Solo Arranging and Performing, three from Tim May and Dan Miller - Guide to Creating Solos, Guide to Improving Technique, and Guide to Improvisation, and another from Jim Beloff on the increasingly popular ukulele, Jumpin' Jim's Ukulele Workshop. The second half of June had quite a few great titles as well, and in stock and ready to ship are Miles Davis Live at Montreux Highlights 1973-1991, Max Roach Live at Blues Alley, Gerry Mulligan Jazz America, two from Dizzy Gillespie - Dream Band Jazz America and Live at Redondo, the Definitive Lennie Tristano, Bill Evans/Charles Mingus: European Nights, and the Berlin Jazz Piano Workshop 1965.
ALL JULY 2011 NEW DVDs
ALL JUNE 2011 NEW DVDs
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CHARLES MINGUS QUINTET LIVE IN BERLIN 1972
This DVD presents one of the only two known examples of Duke Ellington's star trumpeter Cat Anderson collaborating with a Charles Mingus formation. The first such example consisted of two tunes taped live on July 4, 1972 at the Newport Jazz Festival (which changed its location from Rhode Island to New York during that year). The second example is the Berlin concert offered here, filmed live at the Philharmonie in Berlin on November 5, 1972. |
SATCHMO
This is a comprehensive documentary of one of the 20th century's most influential jazz performers, the legendary Louis Armstrong. Included are over a dozen of Armstrong's classic film performances as well as many interviews which shed light on Satch's remarkable career. The film also includes live concert and TV appearances with Dizzy Gillespie and Jack Teagarden, and from the world tour that took Louis to Africa in 1956. Also includes rarities and bonus features as well. |
LARRY CARLTON AND THE SAPPHIRE BLUES BAND: NEW MORNING PARIS CONCERT
With 30 albums to his credit and having performed on over 100 albums that have gone Gold or Platinum, Larry Carlton has set a standard for artistry that spans over three decades. This program, captured in HD, features Larry performing with the acclaimed Sapphire Blues Band. It was recorded at the New Morning in Paris in July 2004. |
LARRY CARLTON AND TAK MATSUMOTO: LIVE 2010
This live DVD performance of the 2011 Grammy-winning album 'Take Your Pick' is a pairing of modern Eastern and Western guitar styles that has proven to deliver a collection of music unlike any other. The album entered into the Japan pop rock charts at #2, the first time in 35 years an instrumental album has done so. The 2010 "Take Your Pick" Tour in Japan sold out 18 shows in 20 minutes. Includes bonus rehearsal footage. |
JEFF BECK: THE VISUAL STORY
This DVD tells the visual story of one of rock's legendary guitar heroes. It contains interviews and also footage of The Yardbirds, Upp, and rare performances with Steve Lukather in Japan - taken from television programs from the early days. |
FINGERPICKING BLUES OF MISSISSIPPI JOHN HURT
Two veteran musicians team up to pay tribute to Mississippi John Hurt by teaching 11 of his best-known songs, bringing fresh insights into the picking styles of this treasured artist. |
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In addition to the below, early July's books also include Al DiMeola Original Charts 1996-2006, Blues Classics Guitar Play-Along, Disney Jazz Piano Solos, Flamenco Guitar Method book/CD/DVD packs Volumes 1 and 2, Fine and Dandy: The Kay Swift Songbook, Flute Basics, Hymns Play-Along, Jazz Hanon Play-Along Edition, Motown Drum Play-Along, The Music Performance Library, Nutcracker for Easy Piano, Stephane Grapelli: A Life in Jazz, Tango Meets Jazz: 10 Favorite Classical Tangos, and many more which will be frequently added to in the coming weeks. June's highlights included Jazz Guitar Lines of the Greats, Berklee Jazz Keyboard Harmony, Contemporary Piano Technique, and the new edition of Berklee Music Theory Book 2.
ALL JULY 2011 NEW BOOKS
ALL JUNE 2011 NEW BOOKS
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FREDDIE HUBBARD PLAY-ALONG: 10 CLASSIC TUNES
A brand new volume for all instruments featuring the music of the great Freddie Hubbard! Learn to play along in the style of one of jazz's all-time virtuoso trumpeters, who was also a wonderful writer and one of the most powerful, lyrical, and melodic players in the history of jazz. |
STAN GETZ ESSENTIALS PLAY-ALONG: 10 FAVORITE TUNES
Another great new volume from Hal Leonard play along series in the style of 'The Sound.' Stan Getz was one of jazz's most unique sax players, with a sound that was instantly recognizable, and incredibly memorable. For all instruments, the book/CD pack is a fun and fantastic teaching tool. |
JAZZ BASS IMPROVISATION
Discover new ways to advance your bass improvisation skills through systematic practice techniques, chord/scale studies, and innovative theory concepts. The accompanying audio CD features 34 piano play-along tracks to further hone your ears and fingers. Covers: practical techniques, improvisation concepts, jazz theory, chord studies, scale patterns, arpeggios, and standard notation (no tab). |
JAZZ STANDARDS FOR EASY GUITAR
This giant collection which includes TAB features 60 jazz standards for beginning-level guitarists to enjoy, including All of Me, April in Paris, Autumn in New York, Cheek to Cheek, Georgia on My Mind, Misty, My Funny Valentine, Satin Doll, The Very Thought of You, and many others. This is a great volume for a beginner jazz guitarist to build an eye-opening repertoire of timeless classics. |
BOOTSY COLLINS: LEGENDARY LICKS
Bootsy Collins Legendary Licks presents the music of funk master Bootsy Collins in a comprehensive package. In standard notation and bass tab, the book contains note-for-note transcriptions and detailed performance notes on how to play a multitude of classic licks, fills, riffs, grooves and solos complete with recorded demonstrations. There's even info on Bootsy's gear setup! |
MICHAEL BUBLÉ - CRAZY LOVE
Whether you're a karaoke singer or preparing for an audition, the Pro Vocal series is for you! The book contains the lyrics, melody, and chord symbols, and the CD contains demos for listening and separate backing tracks so you can sing along. Learn to sing along with several of his biggest hits, including Crazy Love, Heartache Tonight, All I Do is Dream of You, and more. |
SOMETHING'S COMING, SOMETHING GOOD: WEST SIDE STORY AND THE AMERICAN IMAGINATION
This intriguing new volume takes a critical, comprehensive look at one of the most inventive, influential, and internationally beloved Broadway musicals of all time from its inception by a brilliant quartet of creators (Robbins, Bernstein, Sondheim, and Laurents) to its smashing success on film, to its ongoing popularity on stages around the world and its potent impact on the Great American Musical. It is a revealing guide for those who have seen the show; for those who wish to study it for pleasure or inspiration; and for actors, designers, and directors planning on producing it. |
RHYTHMS OF THE GAME
Bernie Williams' ability to play major league baseball at a high level was directly influenced by his musical training and his deep understanding of the similarities between musical artistry and athletic performance. Readers of Rhythms of the Game will gain an insight into the similarities between musical artistry and athletic performance. The book is written for musicians and athletes looking to improve their level of performance on the stage or on the field, as well as for a general audience interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the underlying influence of music on the game of baseball. |
| As of this newsletter we have added 21 new DVDs for July 2011 and 35 for June 2011; 56 new music books for July 2011 and 53 for June 2011; 34 new big band and combo arrangements for the month of July 2011 and 57 for the month of June 2011.
Our DVD selection, which we build and improve on almost every day, now contains 2464 titles! We invite you to browse our easy-to-navigate DVD pages today-we have jazz, blues, funk, and soul; live and documentary; method and master class; and much more - we are proud to offer a selection of jazz and jazz-related DVDs that is truly second to none.
As always, please keep in mind that many of our new releases are available in limited quantities. We do our best to predict demand and fill orders as quickly as possible, but we do run out of new releases. Even if we run out of stock, everything featured in this newsletter should be available to ship within 1 to 2 weeks.
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