Description
Down Beat Magazine – November 30, 1967 (Vol. 34 No. 24) – The Many Moods of Ray Charles Cover
This vintage issue of Down Beat Magazine features Ray Charles in an in-depth interview by Harvey Siders. Titled The Many Moods of Ray Charles, the candid piece offers a rare glimpse into the legendary singer’s perspective, while warning against the pitfalls of sensationalism in interviews.
Other highlights include Gabor Szabo’s provocative statement on jazz in the debut of Quote, with reactions from fellow musicians, and Martin Williams’ visit to the Village Vanguard for a performance by the Thad Jones–Mel Lewis Orchestra. George Hoefer reports on the First Eastern Jazz Conference, while Harvey Pekar reflects on the wit and artistry of Rex Stewart. Harvey Siders also provides coverage of the Second Pacific Jazz Festival in Costa Mesa.
The issue further features record reviews, Bob Porter’s Soul Stirrings column, a Blindfold Test with Oscar Peterson, and live reports on the New York Jazz Repertory Orchestra, Mike Westbrook, and others. Rounding it out are George Wiskirchen’s Jazz on Campus, the Strictly Ad Lib section, and a comprehensive “Where and When” jazz attraction guide. A richly packed edition capturing the jazz and soul landscape of the late 1960s.
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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6 – Chords and Discords
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13 – News
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16 – Subject: Ray Charles – An Open Letter to Future Interviewers, by Harvey Siders
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18 – Quote: Gabor Szabo’s controversial statement about jazz, with responses, by Harvey Siders
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19 – Monday Night at the Village Vanguard, by Martin Williams
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21 – First Eastern Jazz Conference, by George Hoefer
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22 – Rex Stewart’s Music, by Harvey Pekar
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26 – The Second (and Last?) Pacific Jazz Festival, by Harvey Siders
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28 – Record Reviews
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31 – Soul Stirrings, by Bob Porter
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34 – Blindfold Test: Oscar Peterson
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36 – Caught in the Act: New York Jazz Repertory Orchestra ● Various Artists ● Mike Westbrook
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40 – Jazz on Campus, by George Wiskirchen, C.S.C.
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42 – Strictly Ad Lib
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46 – Where and When: A Guide to Current Jazz Attractions
Cover photo by Heye Wassenbergh. Additional photography by Charles Stewart, Don Schlittler, Valerie Wilmer, and Veryl Oakland.