Description
Down Beat Magazine – October 1990 (John Patitucci, Jackie McLean, Henry Butler)
This vintage issue of Down Beat Magazine (October 1990) features bassist John Patitucci, alto saxophonist Jackie McLean, and pianist Henry Butler, with additional coverage of Living Colour, major music education programs, and extensive record and CD reviews. A snapshot of jazz and contemporary music at the turn of the decade.
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:
Features
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16 – Living Colour: Outside the Lines – Brooke Wentz explores the eclectic rock band’s rise and what comes next.
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19 – John Patitucci: Way Beyond Basics – Zan Stewart on the bassist’s solo work and role with Chick Corea’s band.
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21 – Jackie McLean: Back on Earth – Kevin Whitehead on McLean’s return to recording and performing alongside his academic career.
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23 – Building Musical Structures – A survey of top North American student music programs.
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25 – Henry Butler: To Realize Ecstasy – Bill Milkowski interviews the New Orleans pianist about his new record, label, and outlook.
Departments
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6 – On the Beat, by Dr. Billy Taylor
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8 – Chords & Discords
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10 – News
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12 – Riffs
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27 – Record & CD Reviews: Jackie McLean; Various Artists (Birdology); Sonic Youth; Bluesiana Triangle; Al Rapone and the Zydeco Express; Paul Motian; Marian McPartland/Benny Carter; Modern Mandolin Quartet; Bobby Island String Quartet; Big Deal; Allman Brothers; Bobby Radcliff; Gary Moore; Art Tatum (Combo Classics); Dave Weckl; Sonny Rollins (Sonny’s Brightest); Anita Baker; Jimmy Lyons/Andrew Cyrille; Irene Schweizer/Andrew Cyrille; Kenny Wheeler; T-Bone Walker (Parallel Realities); Maceo Parker; Elements, and more.
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47 – Blindfold Test: Herb Pomeroy, by Fred Bouchard
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48 – Caught: JVC Jazz Festival (Howard Mandel); Todd Rundgren (Robin Tolleson); Barbados/Caribbean Jazz Festival (Michael Bourne)
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52 – Ad Lib: “Speed Reading” by John McDonough
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56 – Pro Session: “Jammin’ With a Disc—A Software Review” by Jeff Waggoner; Oscar Pettiford’s solo on “The Gentle Art of Love” (bass transcription)
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58 – Pro Shop
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62 – Auditions: Young musicians deserving recognition
Cover Photograph: Living Colour by Gene Ambo