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Wes Montgomery and Nica's Dream
WordPress video This is from the session in 1965 (Belgium). I love the way he stretches out on this performance (almost 9 minutes). Relaxed and joyful… that’s the Wes way. Wes often approa… more →
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Back to the Listening Room
iamacat wrote 6 days ago: Was checking out some lp’s post Thanksgiving turkey on Sam’s phonograph and got motivate … more →
And so it begins: OSF Holiday Preview
pprscribe wrote 1 week ago: I am not a shop til you drop kinda gal. Instead of hitting the stores today, I—along with Mr. … more →
One Year Into The Adventure ...
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Andy Ellis wrote 1 month ago: Though it’s hard for me to believe, The Guitar Show is now a year old. This week, as I prepare … more →
Windy - Wes Montgomery
chblack wrote 1 month ago: Chart Position: NR Originally recorded by Association (1967) Written by Ruthann Friedman Also record … more →
On This Date (August 31, 2002) Lionel Hampton
themusicsover.com wrote 3 months ago: Lionel Hampton April 20, 1908 – August 31, 2002 Although he started his career as a drummer in … more →
On This Date (June 15, 1968) Wes Montgomery
themusicsover.com wrote 5 months ago: John “Wes” Montgomery March 6, 1925 – June 15, 1968 The brother of fellow jazz gre … more →
Wes Montgomery
lgink wrote 10 months ago: Wes Montgomery: Full House [Live] Phenomenal! This is one of my favorite Wes Montgomery albums that … more →
as if
ΛPГlCOT ГΛY wrote 1 year ago: a conversation about wes montgomery reminds me of the time i met the devil in front of the 7-11. jus … more →
"Let's try some 'Nica's Dream'"
Nicolai Foss wrote 1 year ago: Nicolai Foss Here is an amazing clip with Wes Montgomery playing Horace Silver’s “Nica … more →
Wes Transcriptions
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Nicolai Foss wrote 2 years ago: Nicolai Foss OK, more transcriptions. Wes solos. “Satin Doll” is there. When I took less … more →
Hardbop
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Nicolai Foss wrote 2 years ago: Nicolai Foss “Hardbop” is the term for the funky and soulful — and in some ways si … more →
Sunday Jazz -- Wes Montgomery
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Musical Stew Daily wrote 3 months ago: Widely considered the most influential guitarist of modern jazz, Wes Montgomery shaped and inspired … more →
Daredevil Deeds
clidgard wrote 4 months ago: I’ve been beating off the winter chills with a slice of hot jazz, courtesy of legendary keyboa … more →
On This Date (July 25, 2008) Johnny Griffin / Tenor Sax Great
themusicsover.com wrote 4 months ago: Johnny Griffin April 24, 1928 – July 25, 2008 Known as the “Little Giant,” Johnny … more →
In Loving Memory of Charles "Buddy" Montgomery 1930-2009
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Thembisa Mshaka wrote 6 months ago: Exclusive Interview With His Granddaughter Mykah Montgomery By Thembisa S. Mshaka Charles "Budd … more →
RIP, Charles "Buddy" Montgomery (May 14, 2009) Jazz Vibe Great
themusicsover.com wrote 6 months ago: Charles “Buddy” Montgomery January 30, 1930 – May 14, 2009 Buddy Montgomery was a … more →
Saturday Night Music: Jimmy Smith
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blksista wrote 7 months ago: Jimmy Smith’s platters would always swing on my stepfather’s old blue portable box recor … more →
03.06.09 - Friday
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Joshua James LeJeune wrote 9 months ago: Whereabouts: Philadelphia, PA Word: reductio ad absurdum [ri-duk-shi-oh ad ab-sur-dŭm] Latin 1. proo … more →
On This Date (March 2, 1942) Charlie Christian
themusicsover.com wrote 9 months ago: Charlie Christian July 29, 1916 – March 2, 1942 It can be said without exaggeration that virtu … more →
