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AVID Jazz here presents three classic Coleman Hawkins albums plus, including original LP liner notes on a finely re-mastered and low priced double CD. Bean bags are not just for kids………..and to prove it here's our first album in this three album plus set, appropriately called 'Bean Bags'. 'Bean', for tenor man Coleman Hawkins and 'Bags', of course for vibesman Milt Jackson in their first collaboration as co-leaders. On 'The Genius of Coleman Hawkins' we discover that old dogs can learn new tricks as the 'Hawk' is joined by the Oscar Peterson trio plus Alvin Stoller on drums. Having been somewhat eclipsed by the new breed of players like Lester Young in the late 1940's how refreshing it is to hear Colman Hawkins' 'undying love of and enthusiasm for the jazz art'. 'Night Hawk' recorded in 1960 shows that Hawkins had very little left to prove, he had secured his place as one of the true giants of jazz. But he still had plenty left to show off about as witnessed in the masterpiece from this album, the title track, a Hawkins composition entitled simply 'Night Hawk'. Joined by Tommy Flanagan, Ron Carter, Gus Johnson and additional tenor man Eddie 'Lockjaw' Davis this album was not just another excuse for a tenor showdown but a 'warm conversation between two men who had different things to say in the same language'. All three albums plus have been digitally re-mastered for probably the finest sound quality ever!
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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Coleman Hawkins is a master statesman of jazz and a benchmark for saxophonists, along with Stan Getz in my humble opinion.( This should start some discussion!). He has been through bands, orchestras,small groups,sidemen, solo displays and leadership over many a moon. This compilation is superb and varied. Coleman sounds relaxed and comfortably in control with all set before him.
BEAN BAGS: Playing alongside the virtuoso Milt Jackson is an unusual setting and hence challenging. The group interactions and solos are a delight to the listener and reflect the musicianship. ' Close Your Eyes' and 'Indian Blues' are standout.
GENIUS OF COLEMAN HAWKINS: This is Hawkins at a prime period. With Herb Ellis,Oscar Peterson and Ray Brown, Coleman stomps through the up-tempo numbers. His interpretations of the ballads are beautifully constructed, reminiscent of his encounters with Ben Webster (another debate perhaps). 'How Long Has This Been Going On','In a Mellow Tone', 'Somebody Loves Me' show his breathy and harsher tones.
NIGHT HAWK: Great fun. 'Lockjaw' Davis joins in the repertoire with backing by Tommy Flanagan, Ron Carter, Gus Johnson. Gutsy sax playing. Extended piece 'Night Hawk'along with the classics 'In A Mellow Tone' and 'There Is No Greater Love' add to a fine album.
ADDITIONAL SESSIONS: Coleman playing Newport allows more space. He reinforces the solo brilliance we know he is capable of. What more?
Coleman Hawkins is truly a genius and pivotal in jazz music. The joys of his music are here but lots more out there. Any style, any place. Listen, please, and enjoy.
BEAN BAGS: Playing alongside the virtuoso Milt Jackson is an unusual setting and hence challenging. The group interactions and solos are a delight to the listener and reflect the musicianship. ' Close Your Eyes' and 'Indian Blues' are standout.
GENIUS OF COLEMAN HAWKINS: This is Hawkins at a prime period. With Herb Ellis,Oscar Peterson and Ray Brown, Coleman stomps through the up-tempo numbers. His interpretations of the ballads are beautifully constructed, reminiscent of his encounters with Ben Webster (another debate perhaps). 'How Long Has This Been Going On','In a Mellow Tone', 'Somebody Loves Me' show his breathy and harsher tones.
NIGHT HAWK: Great fun. 'Lockjaw' Davis joins in the repertoire with backing by Tommy Flanagan, Ron Carter, Gus Johnson. Gutsy sax playing. Extended piece 'Night Hawk'along with the classics 'In A Mellow Tone' and 'There Is No Greater Love' add to a fine album.
ADDITIONAL SESSIONS: Coleman playing Newport allows more space. He reinforces the solo brilliance we know he is capable of. What more?
Coleman Hawkins is truly a genius and pivotal in jazz music. The joys of his music are here but lots more out there. Any style, any place. Listen, please, and enjoy.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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Avid has always done a great service for music lovers. I have 8 in my growing collection and this latest arrival is another one from the top drawer. Coleman Hawkins was still blowing a storm when these recordings were made between Oct. '56 and Dec. '60. On these albums he was making out with the likes of Milt Jackson, Tommy Flanagan, Kenny Burrell, Oscar Peterson, Herb Ellis, Ray Brown, Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis, Roy Eldridge and the MJQ. I listen to a lot of streamed jazz when working on my computer - much of which is excellent background - but "Night Hawk" stopped me dead. A stunning piece. Hawk plays alongside "Lockjaw" and Flanagan for 10.29min of absolute bliss. The excellent liner notes from the original album (another valuable feature of Avid's output) reveal that Hawkins "composed it on the spot in the studio" and later on "didn't even remember it". Whether or not you are new to the jazz canon Coleman Hawkins is a name which cannot be ignored. This cd is superb value and an excellent example of the master's output.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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THIS IS AGREAT CROSS SECTION OF COLEMAN HAWKINS MUSIC . IDO LIKE THE INTERPLAY
BETWEEN THE HAWK AND MILT JACKSON . I WONT SAY TOO MUCH MORE, BUT FOR SOMEONE WHO IS DISCOVERING COLEMAN HAWKINS FOR THE FIRST TIME THESE 2 CDS IN THE EXCELLENT AVID SERIES IS A PERFECT INTRODUCTION.
BETWEEN THE HAWK AND MILT JACKSON . I WONT SAY TOO MUCH MORE, BUT FOR SOMEONE WHO IS DISCOVERING COLEMAN HAWKINS FOR THE FIRST TIME THESE 2 CDS IN THE EXCELLENT AVID SERIES IS A PERFECT INTRODUCTION.
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