Description
Down Beat Magazine – July 15, 1976 (Vol. 43, No. 13 – Gerry Mulligan, David Redfern)
This vintage issue of Down Beat Magazine (July 15, 1976, Vol. 43 No. 13) features Gerry Mulligan in “Jeru’s View,” offering reflections on his musical history and forward-looking vision. The issue also includes archival commentary, profiles, and an in-depth analysis of Pat Williams’ An American Concerto, alongside extensive reviews and features that capture the musical landscape of the mid-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:
Features
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13 – Gerry Mulligan: “Jeru’s View,” by Arnold Jay Smith. A wide-ranging discussion on Mulligan’s past and future in jazz.
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15 – Down Beat in Review—A Collection of Prophecy, Lunacy, Commentary, and Controversy, by Marv Hohman and Charles Mitchell. A retrospective on 42 years of Down Beat.
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25 – “An American Concerto,” by Dr. William L. Fowler. An analysis of Pat Williams’ striking achievement.
Departments & Reviews
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30 – Record Reviews: Weather Report, Enrico Rava, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Joe Turner, Isao Tomita, Pat Martino, Collin Walcott, Barry Miles’ Silverlight, Miroslav Vitous, Elvin Bishop, Nina Simone, Chris Connor, plus Waxing On reissues featuring Charlie Parker, Lester Young, John Coltrane/Wilbur Harden, Milt Jackson, Yusef Lateef, Cannonball Adderley, Erroll Garner, and more.
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39 – Blindfold Test: Louie Bellson
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40 – Profile: Kwaku Dadey (Len Lyons); Pete Christlieb (Lee Underwood)
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42 – Caught: McCoy Tyner (Michael Bourne); Arnie Lawrence’s Treasure Island (Arnold Jay Smith)
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46 – How To: How to Start a Revolution—At Least in Theory, by Dr. William L. Fowler
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47 – Workshop: Stephane Ain’t Misbehavin’, transcribed and annotated by John Kusiak
Departments
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6 – First Chorus
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8 – Chords & Discords
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10 – News
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11 – News/Final Bar
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47 – 1776–1976: It Happened
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53 – City Scene
Cover Design/Art: Kelly/Robertson
Cover Photo: David Redfern