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Down Beat Magazine December 5, 1974 Vol. 41 No. 20 – Doc Severinsen, Thad Jones Feature
This vintage December 5, 1974 issue of Down Beat Magazine features two standout bandleaders of the era: Doc Severinsen and Thad Jones. In “Doc Takes Issue” by Lee Underwood, Severinsen—famed for his nightly performances on The Tonight Show—discusses his roots in Oregon, his years touring with big bands, and his passion for jamming with musicians of every stripe. In “Thad Jones … Conducts an Interview,” Arnold Jay Smith explores Jones’ innovative arranging style and his role in revitalizing the big band format for a new generation.
Also included is Michael Cuscuna’s “King of the Texas Panhandle,” profiling tenor saxophonist David “Fathead” Newman as he steps into the spotlight after years supporting Ray Charles and Herbie Mann. Record reviews cover an eclectic mix from Santana, Bill Evans, Joe Farrell, Kenny Burrell, Cornell Dupree, and Yusef Lateef to Minnie Riperton and Syreeta. The Blindfold Test features Dizzy Gillespie, while profiles highlight Bruce Fowler and David Amram. Educational content includes Dr. William L. Fowler’s How to Bone Up on Slide-Horn Changes, Tom Malone’s Alternate Positions, and David Baker’s Blues Scale.
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Table of Contents
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6 First Chorus
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7 Chords & Discords
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8 News
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10 Final Bar
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12 Doc Severinsen: “Doc Takes Issue” … by Lee Underwood
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14 Thad Jones: “… Conducts an Interview” … with Arnold Jay Smith
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16 David “Fathead” Newman: “King of the Texas Panhandle” … by Michael Cuscuna
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17 Record Reviews: Santana; Santana/Alice Coltrane; Jose “Chepito” Areas; Sam Rivers; Kenny Burrell; Joe Farrell; Bill Evans; Cornell Dupree; Stanley Cowell; Yusef Lateef; Robin Kenyatta; Syreeta; Minnie Riperton
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25 Blindfold Test: Dizzy Gillespie
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26 Profile: Bruce Fowler … by Lee Underwood • David Amram … by Arnold Jay Smith
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27 Caught in the Act: Rick Wakeman … by Marv Hohman
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28 How To: Bone Up on Slide-Horn Changes … by Dr. William L. Fowler
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29 Workshop: Alternate Positions … by Tom Malone • Blues Scale … by David Baker
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36 On the Road
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36 City Scene
Cover design by Kelly/Robertson