Description
Down Beat Magazine – November 22, 1973 (Vol. 40 No. 19) – Quincy Jones, Leroy Jenkins Cover
This vintage issue of Down Beat Magazine features Quincy Jones and Leroy Jenkins, highlighting the broad spectrum of jazz innovation in the early 1970s. Inside, Herb Nolan profiles Quincy Jones in “Why is this man smiling?”, while Ray Townley interviews War, one of the hottest bands of the era. Additional features include a look at the Revolutionary Ensemble, Mike Bourne’s piece on Ornette Coleman, and Leonard Feather’s Blindfold Test with Supersax. Profiles of Alvin Queen and Gerry Niewood, reviews, festival coverage, and Pat Williams’ “Threshold” workshop round out a packed issue that captures the vibrancy of the time.
Condition
The magazine is in good condition for its age. The item pictured in this listing is the exact item you will receive. Please check photos carefully for condition details.
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Table of Contents
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First Chorus – 6
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Chords & Discords – 8
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News – 10
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On The Road – 11
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Quincy Jones: “Why is this man smiling?” by Herb Nolan – 12
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War: An interview with the hottest band in the nation, by Ray Townley – 14
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Revolutionary Ensemble: “Music of Our Time”, by Roger Riggins – 15
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Ornette Coleman: The Man and His Music, by Mike Bourne – 16
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Record Reviews – 18
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Blindfold Test: Supersax, by Leonard Feather – 31
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Profile: Alvin Queen, by Jim Schaffer; Gerry Niewood, by Neil Tesser – 32
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Caught: The World’s Greatest Jazz Show – 33
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Book Reviews: The Rhythm Book, by Don Ellis – 34
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Perspective: Weatherbird, by Gary Giddins – 34
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Take A Chorus: “Pat Williams’ Dream,” by William Fowler – 38
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Workshop: Threshold, by Pat Williams – 40
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Jazz on Campus – 43
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New Products: Recently released sound equipment, mixers, and electronic instruments – 43
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City Scene – 44
Cover design and art by Kelly/Robertson.