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Down Beat Magazine – October 2, 1969 (Vol. 36, No. 20) – Elvin Jones Cover
This vintage issue of Down Beat Magazine from October 2, 1969 (Vol. 36, No. 20) features drummer Elvin Jones on the cover, with a major interview exploring his musical philosophy. The issue also includes coverage of the landmark Ann Arbor Blues Festival, a Blindfold Test with Gary Burton, festival reports, and extensive record reviews, offering a vivid portrait of the jazz and blues world of the late 1960s.
The magazine is in good condition. The item pictured is the exact copy you will receive. Please review photos for details on its condition. All items are shipped with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents include:
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The First Chorus – by Charles Suber (p. 4)
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Chords and Discords (p. 6)
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News (p. 7)
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TV Soundings – by Leonard Feather (p. 8)
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Bystander – by Martin Williams (p. 11)
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Playing The Truth: Elvin Jones – The poll-winning drummer on his musical philosophy, with Ira Gitler (p. 12)
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The Blues Comes to Ann Arbor – Dan Morgenstern reports on the historic festival (p. 14)
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Good Things In Small Packages – Jazz on cartridge tapes and cassettes (p. 16)
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Record Reviews (p. 17)
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Old Wine—New Bottles (p. 20)
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Blindfold Test: Gary Burton (p. 23)
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Caught in the Act – Rutgers Jazz Festival • Laurel Pop Festival • Blossom Dearie • Benny Goodman (p. 24)
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Music Workshop – Bobby Bryant’s “Good Morning Starshine” solo, by David Baker • Trends in the World of Tape, by Charles Graham (p. 31)
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Strictly Ad Lib (p. 38)
Cover Photo: Elvin Jones by Lee Tanner