Description
Down Beat Magazine – November 3, 1977 (Vol. 44 No. 18) – Billy Cobham, Louie Bellson Cover
This vintage issue of Down Beat Magazine spotlights drumming greats Billy Cobham and Louie Bellson in Cymbals—A Sonic Galaxy. In this feature, Lee Underwood brings together two of the foremost percussionists of their time to explore the vast sonic range of cymbals and their evolving role in contemporary music, offering insights and tips invaluable for drummers and aspiring musicians alike.
Other highlights include John McDonough’s Red Norvo: A Man for All Eras, chronicling the vibraphonist’s lifelong influence, and Arnold Jay Smith’s profile of Pepper Adams, who had recently left the Thad Jones–Mel Lewis Orchestra to pursue his solo path. The issue also features Frank Rosolino’s Blindfold Test, live coverage of guitarist Jim Hall and the David Grisman Quintet, and extensive record reviews spanning Oregon, McCoy Tyner, Dexter Gordon, Bobby Hutcherson, the Brothers Johnson, and more. Rounding out the edition are in-depth profiles and William L. Fowler’s guide How to Augment Your Aural Assets.
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
Features
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13 – Billy Cobham and Louie Bellson: Cymbals—A Sonic Galaxy, by Lee Underwood
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16 – Red Norvo: A Man for All Eras, by John McDonough
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18 – Pepper Adams: The Essence of Spice, by Arnold Jay Smith
Departments & Reviews
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6 – First Chorus
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8 – Chords & Dischords
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10 – News
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12 – News / Final Bar
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21 – Record Reviews: Oregon, John Klemmer, Jan Garbarek, David Liebman, McCoy Tyner, Dexter Gordon, Bobby Hutcherson, Brothers Johnson, Bill Berry’s L.A. Big Band, and more
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31 – Blindfold Test: Frank Rosolino, by Lee Underwood
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32 – Profile: Dr. Jazz, by Lee Underwood ● Rodney Jones, by Arnold Jay Smith
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34 – Caught: Jim Hall, by Chuck Berg ● David Grisman Quintet, by Michael Zipkin
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38 – How To: Augment Your Aural Assets, by Dr. William L. Fowler
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46 – City Scene
Cover design and art by Kelly/Robertson. Cover photos by Veryl C. Oakland.