Description
Down Beat Magazine – October 6, 1977 (Maynard Ferguson, Bunky Green & Booker T.)
This vintage issue of Down Beat Magazine (October 6, 1977) features Maynard Ferguson, Bunky Green, and Booker T. & the MGs. With interviews, festival coverage, and reviews, the issue captures the diverse sounds of the late 1970s jazz and funk landscape.
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:
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14 – Maynard Ferguson: “Conquistador of Double High C,” by Arnold Jay Smith. A profile of Ferguson at the peak of his popularity, riding the success of Rocky.
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17 – Bunky Green: “Alto Transformer,” by Herb Nolan. Chicago’s veteran saxophonist breaks out with a trio of new discs on Vanguard.
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18 – Booker T. and the MGs: “Time, Soul and One Magic River,” by Tim [illegible]. The Memphis funk legends relocate to Los Angeles while keeping their Delta roots alive.
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20 – Newport ’77—Farewell to the Apple: Festival coverage by Albin, Berg, Schneckloth, and Smith.
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24 – Record Reviews: Ornette Coleman; Al Jarreau; J.A.T.P.; Toshiko Akiyoshi–Tabackin Big Band; Frank Foster; Keith Jarrett; Phil Wilson; Gerry Niewood; Emerson, Lake & Palmer; Joe Beck; The Brecker Brothers; Zbigniew Seifert; 4 Giants of Swing; Count Basie; and more.
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39 – Blindfold Test: Monty Alexander, by Leonard Feather
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40 – Profile: Jean Carn (Gary G. Vercelli); Mark Levine (Bob Ness); Bill Milkowski [plus additional features]
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43 – Caught: Richard Beirach & Eon (Chuck Berg); George Duke (David Hollenberg); Amina Myers (Scott Albin)
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54 – How To: Coordinate Chordal Sound with Sight, by Dr. William L. Fowler
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
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12 – Final Bar
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57 – City Scene
Cover Design/Art: Kelly/Robertson
Cover Photo: William F. Crowley