Description
Down Beat Magazine – December 1, 1977 (Jean-Luc Ponty, Billy Taylor & Dave Bailey)
This vintage issue of Down Beat Magazine (December 1, 1977) features Jean-Luc Ponty, Billy Taylor, and Dave Bailey, with a strong emphasis on both innovation in performance and the role of music education in shaping the future of jazz. It also includes wide-ranging reviews, profiles, and features that capture the evolving soundscape of the late 1970s.
Condition:
The magazine is in good condition. The item pictured in this listing is the exact item you will receive. Please check the images for condition details. All magazines are shipped with a plastic protective covering. We do offer combined shipping—just ask.
Table of Contents:
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12 – Jean-Luc Ponty: “Synthesis for the Strings,” by Tim Schneckloth. Ponty shares insights into leading his electric violin-driven band to new heights.
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14 – Billy Taylor and Dave Bailey: “Jazzmobile—Magnetizing the Arts,” by Arnold Jay Smith. An exploration of New York’s “classroom on wheels,” bringing jazz education to public schools.
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16 – Guardians of the Musical Future—A Gallery of Contemporary Music Educators: David Baker (Tim Schneckloth); Rusty Dedrick (Arnold Jay Smith); Wes Hensel (Tim Schneckloth); Frank Gagliardi (Bob Henschen); Buddy Baker (Tim Schneckloth); James Progris (Russell Shaw).
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22 – Record Reviews: Billy Cobham; Jack DeJohnette’s Directions; Johnny Griffin; Steely Dan; Egberto Gismonti; Jamey Aebersold; Bill Evans; Lee Konitz; Earl Klugh; Earl Hines; John Tropea; Jose Mangual; David Sanborn Band; Jackie McLean; Pee Wee Ellis.
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33 – Blindfold Test: John Guerin, by Leonard Feather
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34 – Profiles: Milt Holland (Sam Y. Bradley); David Axelrod (Tim Schneckloth)
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36 – Caught: Count Basie, by John McDonough
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38 – How To: Condense Curricula, by Dr. William L. Fowler
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44 – Books: Selections From The Gutter—Portraits From The Jazz Record (edited by A. Hodes and Chadwick Hansen); The Devil’s Music—A History of the Blues by Giles Oakley. Reviewed by Marv Hohman
Departments:
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6 – First Chorus
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8 – Chords & Discords
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9 – News
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10 – News
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44 – City Scene
Cover Design/Art: Kelly/Robertson
Cover Photo: Andy Kent