Got to hear MF and BBN three times before Maynard passed away. Absolutely kick butt jazz! I know that MF was a strong advocate for music education. Two of the three concerts I attended were at a large high school in Ohio.
MF what a great musician mentor and entertainer...He wants to make a connection with the audience. He does that with his playing..interaction with the audience on stage..and his energy in his performance..If the musician is having fun so is the audience. I agree this chart is fantastic. Nice 'n easy..The video is close up to all those trumpet MF fans to see him work at his craft. Thanks for the post!!
Arguably MF's second career highlight (after the Roulette years)-those early BBN years with albums like Live From London, Footpath Cafe, etc. He was still playing ultra-strong, the bands and charts were great, and it was fantastic to hear him with a full big band.
I believe that the bassist was Nathan Berg. His father, the late Chuck Berg, was a prominent jazz journalist and a longtime professor of film studies at the University of Kansas. If I recall correctly, Nathan went back to school and got advanced degrees in physics.
Interesting to compare this with Buddy’s version of Mellotone. Pretty similar stylistically-this one is a little more modern. Buddy’s band is ultra tight of course.
Maynard was one of the baddest trumpet players I've ever seen in person! I have SOOOO many favorite songs that I can name, but one song escapes me, and I'm looking for it right now. I cannot remember the title, but it begins with a flute. The song has salsa/bossa nova beat, and is a bit up-tempo. There is another flute solo while Maynard hits his uncomparable off-the-horn notes! i wish I could find this song. I haven't heard it since 1992!! :-(
Eric B. Are you speaking of Bobby Millitello?..Berry sax and flute...Pagliacchi? Hmmm..I will ask my bro, a MF album and collector of MF stuff. Long live the "BOSS"!!
I don't think so. The song begins with a flute, breaking into a quick-tempo Salsa-style beat followed by Maynard himself doing what he does best! Then... the song mellows out with the flute again, doing a quick solo. The whole piece is very high-energy, something you might head on the streets of Rio during Carnivale!! LOVE IT!!!
Thank you for taking the time. This song has been driving me crazy for many years now. might I also add... I listened to it on a cassette tape (Pre-CD's) in my car, and on my... wait for it... WALKMAN!
Maynard's lip trill lick at the beginning of his solo takes some serious chops. Say what you will about him, he was a magnificent trumpeter.
Got to hear MF and BBN three times before Maynard passed away. Absolutely kick butt jazz! I know that MF was a strong advocate for music education. Two of the three concerts I attended were at a large high school in Ohio.
MF what a great musician mentor and entertainer...He wants to make a connection with the audience. He does that with his playing..interaction with the audience on stage..and his energy in his performance..If the musician is having fun so is the audience. I agree this chart is fantastic. Nice 'n easy..The video is close up to all those trumpet MF fans to see him work at his craft. Thanks for the post!!
Great version. Great music.
The song that would never end! Great chart.
Arguably MF's second career highlight (after the Roulette years)-those early BBN years with albums like Live From London, Footpath Cafe, etc. He was still playing ultra-strong, the bands and charts were great, and it was fantastic to hear him with a full big band.
I have always thought this also.
Awesome arrangement!!!
Fantastic arrangement and performance by MF! Beautiful solo by Pete Olstead and lead trumpeter Craig Johnston playing his ass off! Vaughn 🎺
...and a good time was had by all!
I believe that the bassist was Nathan Berg. His father, the late Chuck Berg, was a prominent jazz journalist and a longtime professor of film studies at the University of Kansas. If I recall correctly, Nathan went back to school and got advanced degrees in physics.
Economics.
does he play bass longer?
Monumental !!!
I love it!
What a gorgeous arrangement! Did Maynard arrange this? Whenever I need a lift, I listen to this! Thank you for posting.
So good
Peter Olstad!!! THE VERY BEST!!!! BRAVO PETER!!!!!
Interesting to compare this with Buddy’s version of Mellotone. Pretty similar stylistically-this one is a little more modern. Buddy’s band is ultra tight of course.
Maynard was one of the baddest trumpet players I've ever seen in person! I have SOOOO many favorite songs that I can name, but one song escapes me, and I'm looking for it right now. I cannot remember the title, but it begins with a flute. The song has salsa/bossa nova beat, and is a bit up-tempo. There is another flute solo while Maynard hits his uncomparable off-the-horn notes! i wish I could find this song. I haven't heard it since 1992!! :-(
Eric B. Are you speaking of Bobby Millitello?..Berry sax and flute...Pagliacchi? Hmmm..I will ask my bro, a MF album and collector of MF stuff. Long live the "BOSS"!!
I don't think so. The song begins with a flute, breaking into a quick-tempo Salsa-style beat followed by Maynard himself doing what he does best! Then... the song mellows out with the flute again, doing a quick solo. The whole piece is very high-energy, something you might head on the streets of Rio during Carnivale!! LOVE IT!!!
hmmm...I listened.Your right!!.I forgot you said beginning of song...I will research again. :)...
Thank you for taking the time. This song has been driving me crazy for many years now. might I also add... I listened to it on a cassette tape (Pre-CD's) in my car, and on my... wait for it... WALKMAN!
Sounds like you're thinking of Sesame Street. Circa 1983. There's a live version of it here on youtube. Denis DiBlasio on flute.
Some great young musicians. Where were they from?
Would've liked to have heard Joe J. on bone take a chorus on this.
Love it! MF was indeed a giant. Anyone know who is on drums?
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bass player is so hottttt XD
Buddy Richs version is great as well.
This tone is not what I'd call mellow
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