Description
Down Beat Magazine January 17, 1974 Vol. 41 No. 1 – Ahmad Jamal, Paul Bley Feature
This vintage January 17, 1974 issue of Down Beat Magazine features two major pianists at the forefront of different jazz directions. Ahmad Jamal is profiled in “Cut Out the Jass” by Neil Tesser, exploring his artistry and influence, while Paul Bley is spotlighted in a dual-authored feature by Joe Klee and Will Smith, focusing on his role as a leading figure in electronic improvisation. Also included is Bernard L. Krause’s “A New Look” at synthesizers, showing the growing intersection of jazz and electronic music. Additional highlights include a Blindfold Test with Gato Barbieri, a profile of Vladimir Ussachevsky, coverage of the NARAS Awards in Los Angeles, and a How To guide by Nyle Steiner on using synthesizers in live performance. The issue rounds out with record reviews, campus coverage, and cultural perspectives. The magazine is in good condition. The item pictured in this listing is exactly the same one you will receive. Please review photos for condition purposes.
We do offer combined shipping upon request. All items are shipped with a protective plastic covering.
Table of Contents
-
6 First Chorus
-
7 Chords & Discords
-
8 News
-
9 On the Road
-
— A New Look at Synthesizers … by Bernard L. Krause
-
12 Paul Bley … profile by Joe Klee and Will Smith
-
14 Ahmad Jamal: “Cut Out the Jass” … by Neil Tesser
-
16 Record Reviews
-
27 Blindfold Test: Gato Barbieri … by Leonard Feather
-
28 Profile: Vladimir Ussachevsky
-
29 Caught in the Act: The NARAS Awards in L.A. … by Pat Willard
-
30 Perspective: “Mutha’ Englan’” … by Jon Hendricks
-
32 How To: Using the Synthesizer in a Live Format … by Nyle Steiner
-
34 Jazz on Campus
-
36 City Scene
Cover design by Kelly/Robertson. Cover photos: Ahmad Jamal by Alain Bettex; Paul Bley by Jan Persson.