Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue (Original Jazz Band Version) @ncmtman

ncmtman Rhapsody in Blue premiered in an afternoon concert on February 12, 1924, held by Paul Whiteman and his band Palais Royal Orchestra, entitled An Experiment in Modern Music, which took place in Aeolian Hall in New York City. The version that was heard then was for a 24-piece jazz band, not for full orchestra. This was the original arrangement of Gershwin's masterpiece.

Gershwin had agreed that Ferde Grofé, Whiteman's pianist and chief arranger, was the key figure in enabling the piece to be successful, and critics have praised the orchestral colour. Grofé confirmed in 1938 that Gershwin did not have sufficient knowledge of orchestration in 1924. After the premiere, Grofé took the score and made new orchestrations in 1926 and 1942, each time for larger orchestras. Up until 1976, when Michael Tilson Thomas recorded the original jazz band version for the very first time, the 1942 version was the arrangement usually performed and recorded.

The 1924 orchestration for Whiteman's band of 24 musicians (plus violins) calls for the following orchestra: woodwinds (5 players): flute, oboe, clarinet in E-flat, clarinet in B-flat, alto clarinet in E-flat, bass clarinet in B-flat, heckelphone, sopranino saxophone in E-flat, soprano saxophone in B-flat, alto saxophone in E-flat, tenor saxophone in B-flat, baritone saxophone in E-flat; brass: 2 horns, 2 trumpets, 2 flugelhorns, euphonium, 3 trombones, tuba; percussion: drums, timpani, trap set; keyboards: 2 pianos, celesta, accordion; strings: banjo, violins and string basses. Many musicians, especially the reeds, played two or more instruments; the reed "doublings" were especially calculated to take advantage of the full panoply of instruments available in that section of Whiteman's band. Indeed, Grofé's familiarity with the Whiteman band's strengths are a key factor in the scoring. This original version, with its unique instrumental requirements, had lain dormant until its revival in reconstructions beginning in the mid-1980s, owing to the popularity and serviceability of the later scorings.

This performance is by members of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, with the conducting and piano soloist: Andrew Litton

updated 12 years ago

Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue (Original Jazz Band Version)

ncmtman 2012-02-04 | Rhapsody in Blue premiered in an afternoon concert on February 12, 1924, held by Paul Whiteman and his band Palais Royal Orchestra, entitled An Experiment in Modern Music, which took place in Aeolian Hall in New York City. The version that was heard then was for a 24-piece jazz band, not for full orchestra. This was the original arrangement of Gershwin's masterpiece.

Gershwin had agreed that Ferde Grofé, Whiteman's pianist and chief arranger, was the key figure in enabling the piece to be successful, and critics have praised the orchestral colour. Grofé confirmed in 1938 that Gershwin did not have sufficient knowledge of orchestration in 1924. After the premiere, Grofé took the score and made new orchestrations in 1926 and 1942, each time for larger orchestras. Up until 1976, when Michael Tilson Thomas recorded the original jazz band version for the very first time, the 1942 version was the arrangement usually performed and recorded.

The 1924 orchestration for Whiteman's band of 24 musicians (plus violins) calls for the following orchestra: woodwinds (5 players): flute, oboe, clarinet in E-flat, clarinet in B-flat, alto clarinet in E-flat, bass clarinet in B-flat, heckelphone, sopranino saxophone in E-flat, soprano saxophone in B-flat, alto saxophone in E-flat, tenor saxophone in B-flat, baritone saxophone in E-flat; brass: 2 horns, 2 trumpets, 2 flugelhorns, euphonium, 3 trombones, tuba; percussion: drums, timpani, trap set; keyboards: 2 pianos, celesta, accordion; strings: banjo, violins and string basses. Many musicians, especially the reeds, played two or more instruments; the reed "doublings" were especially calculated to take advantage of the full panoply of instruments available in that section of Whiteman's band. Indeed, Grofé's familiarity with the Whiteman band's strengths are a key factor in the scoring. This original version, with its unique instrumental requirements, had lain dormant until its revival in reconstructions beginning in the mid-1980s, owing to the popularity and serviceability of the later scorings.

This performance is by members of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, with the conducting and piano soloist: Andrew Litton

Hey Nineteen (Steely Dan) - cover by Atlanta Rhythm Section

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A cover of Steely Dan's 1980 song "Hey Nineteen" by the Atlanta Rhythm Section, which appeared on their 2011 album "With All Due Respect". Song was written by the late Walter Becker, and Donald Fagen.

Anton Eberl - Sonata for Piano & Violin in B flat, Op. 35

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Anton Eberl (1765-1807) possibly composed this Sonata for Violin and Piano before 1790, but this cannot be proven decisively. It was actually published in 1805.

I. 00:00 Allegro con fuoco [10:21]
II. 10:23 Adagio piu tosto Andante [7:22]
III. 17:45 Rondo. Vivace assai [7:29]

Eberl was likely a student of Mozart. At least four or five of Eberl's works were mistakenly attributed to Mozart for a time. After Mozart's death in 1791, Eberl gradually climbed to the top of popularity and respect, alongside Haydn and Beethoven. But alas, Eberl died unexpectedly in 1807 at age 41. He was virtually forgotten for over 150 years after this. In the last several years there have been a good number of recordings of Eberl's works that have come out. Upon listening to them, you should be able to see why Eberl was ranked right up there with the best until his untimely passing in 1807.

Dayeon Hong: violin...... Heejung Kang: piano

Anton Eberl - Theme, Variations and Rondo Pastorale for Harp (formerly attrib. to Mozart)

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I. Theme 00:00 II. Variations 01:07 III. Rondo Pastorale 05:56

The opening theme of this work is by Carl Ditters von Dittersdorf (1739-1799), on a theme from his opera ‘Der Gutsherr oder Gürge und Hännchen’. The theme is "Freundin sanfter Herzenstriebe". The variations are of the same opening theme. Then, the Rondo Pastorale is a transcription of the finale of Mozart's String Trio (Divertimento) K. 563. One can easily see that many would think that the entire work here is by Mozart. In fact, a piano version of the opening theme and variations was also mistakenly attributed to Mozart as well (eventually catalogued as K. Anh. 287) However, this entire work for solo harp are transcriptions, first of Dittersdorf, and then, Mozart. It is thought that Eberl (1765-1807) could have been a student of Mozart. At least four other works penned by Eberl were also attributed to Mozart. This, many would say, is in itself a tribute of sorts to the great composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Interestingly, it is documented that after Mozart's death in 1791, Eberl eventually emerged as a serious rival to Beethoven, especially between 1800-1807. Eberl tragically passed away in 1807 at age 41, leaving Beethoven to continue on for 20 more years as the most prominent composer of that time. Eberl, though, sadly was virtually a forgotten man for some 170 years. Now, for the last several years, there have been a good number of recordings made of Eberl's music. Discover what many thought of Eberl by hearing his music today.

Marisa Robles is the harp soloist on this recording.

Anton Eberl - Quintet in C Major for Piano, Oboe & Strings, Op. 48

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Anton Eberl was born in 1765 in Vienna, Austria. This quintet for piano, oboe, violin, viola & cello was not published until 1808, one year after Eberl died in 1807 from scarlet fever at age 41. It is not known whether this was meant for amateurs, or possibly this was an earlier work, as it is simpler than his Op. 36 trio or Op. 41 quintet, for instance.

I. 00:01 - Allegro vivace {11:18}
II. 11:20 - Adagio non molto {5:47}
III. 17:03 - Rondo. Allegretto con moto {6:06}

Eberl was widely recognized and acknowledged as one of the main composers in Vienna, especially between 1800-1807. However, after he passed in 1807, he was virtually forgotten for well over 100 years. Beethoven, by comparison, lived for another 20 years after Eberl's death, and his works and reputation are undisputed. Had Eberl lived longer, he might have been much more well known. He has been rediscovered since the 1970s, and a good number of recordings are available now.

This performance is by the Consortium Classicum, on the CPO record label.

Anton Eberl - Variations on a Russian Theme, Op. 17

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Anton Eberl (1765-1807) composed these variations in 1802, based on an Ukranian folk-song that was well known as Schöne Minka in Germany. These variations were written for piano & cello. Yury Martynov is the pianist, and Dmitri Sokolov is the cellist on this recording.

Eberl had at least four works that were attributed to Mozart, one of them not being corrected until 1944 (A symphony in C Major). Eberl and Mozart were friends, and it is likely that Eberl was one of the great composer's students. After Mozart's death in 1791, Eberl eventually became a main rival of Beethoven, especially between 1800-1807. Sadly, Eberl passed away from scarlet fever at age 41 in March of 1807. Beethoven continued on for another 20 years, while Eberl was virtually forgotten for nearly 170 years. Only now he is being rediscovered.

Anton Eberl - Trio Sonata in A minor, Op. 10/1

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Anton Eberl (1765-1807) wrote this Trio Sonata, or Piano Trio in 1799, while he was in St. Petersburg, Russia. The cello part is marked ad libitum, so that they are really sonatas for piano and violin. The cello part is modest, similar to Mozart's earlier trios for the same instruments; as opposed to Eberl's earlier Opus 8 piano trios. The piano on this recording is played by Yury Martynov; Violin: Sergej Filtchenko; Cello: Dmitri Sokolov. They are known as the Playel Trio St. Petersburg.

I. 00:01 Allegro agitato {9:03}
II. 09:05 Andante cantabile {4:50}
III. 13:56 Vivace assai {5:56}

Anton Eberl - Sonata in C for Piano Four Hands, Op. 7 No. 1

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Anton Eberl (1765-1807) was likely a student of Mozart, and then went on to become Beethoven's main rival until Eberl died prematurely at age 41 from scarlet fever. He composed this Piano Sonata for Four Hands in 1797. The two pianists on this recording are Paolo Giacometti and Riko Fukuda.

I. 00:00 Adagio-Allegro {5:38}
II. 05:39 Andantino {1:52}
III. 07:29 Rondo. Vivace {4:47}

Anton Eberl - Concerto in B flat Major for Two Pianos, Op. 45

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Thought to be composed in late 1803, this Concerto was first premiered on 6 January 1804, with Eberl and his student Katharina von Hochenadl at the keyboards. Anton Eberl was born 13 June 1765, and died unexpectedly on 11 March 1807, from scarlet fever. Paulo Giacometti and Riko Fukuda are the pianists on this recording, with Michael Alexander Willens conducting the Kolner Akademie.

1) 00:01 Allegro {14'42"}
2) 14:43 Marche Trio Marche {4'01"}
3) 18:44 Intermezzo. Andante - Rondo. Vivace assai {8'18"}

Blues for Mr. Mu - Acoustic Alchemy

ncmtman 2018-11-19 | A song that is dedicated to the late Walter Becker of Steely Dan, written as a tribute. The term "Mu Major" was made famous by Steely Dan. Walter Becker described a Mu Major Chord as a way to enrich the sound of a major chord without making it sound like a “jazz chord.” This tune is on the 2018 album "33 1/3" by Acoustic Alchemy.

Take a Dip with Dinah (W. Becker & D. Fagen) - Kenny Vance

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A very early composition by the late Walter Becker, and Donald Fagen (of Steely Dan). Kenny Vance is the singer here, with Fagen on keyboards, Becker on bass, Denny Dias on acoustic guitar. John Mazzi is on drums. Denny Dias, not long after these recordings, went on to form Steely Dan, along with Becker & Fagen, also joined by Jeff "Skunk" Baxter, Jim Hodder, and David Palmer.

Shuffling Up Your Downs (W. Becker & D. Fagen) - Kenny Vance

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A very early composition by the late Walter Becker, and Donald Fagen (of Steely Dan). Kenny Vance is the singer here, with Fagen on piano and Becker on bass. John Discepolo is on drums. According to Brian Sweet's book "Reelin' in the Years", Becker and/or Fagen wrote the string arrangement.

George Benson - Temecula, CA - 8/25/2018

ncmtman 2018-08-27 | George Benson recorded live in concert at the Thornton Winery in Temcula, California on Saturday, August 25, 2018.

Giles of the River (W. Becker & D. Fagen) - Denny Doherty cover

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'This tune was written by the late Walter Becker, and Donald Fagen (of Steely Dan), but never officially recorded by them. Denny Doherty (of the Mamas & The Papas) performs this cover from the early 70s.

Fagen - Goldings, Bernstein & Stewart

ncmtman 2018-07-02 | Written by Larry Goldings, this tune is dedicated to one half of the music group Steely Dan, their lead singer and keyboardist Donald Fagen. Goldings plays a Hammond organ, Peter Bernstein: guitar, and Bill Stewart: drums. This tribute is found on this jazz trio's album entitled "Toy Tunes", released in 2018.

Pretzel Logic (Steely Dan) - Hiram Bullock cover

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Instrumental cover of Steely Dan's title track of their 1974 album. The late Hiram Bullock played on the tune "My Rival" on Steely Dan's "Gaucho" album from 1980. This cover appeared on Mr. Bullock's 1987 album "Give It What U Got". Ricky Peterson is on keyboards, Will Lee on bass, and Charley Drayton on drums.

Chain Lightning (Steely Dan) - cover by Cornelius Bumpus

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Instrumental cover of the Steely Dan tune "Chain Lightning" by the late saxophone player Cornelius Bumpus. Song written by the late Walter Becker, and Donald Fagen. The original appeared on the Steely Dan "Katy Lied" album from 1975. Bumpus toured with Steely Dan for several years and also was a member of the Doobie Brothers, beginning in 1979. He passed away in 2004.

Only a Fool Would Say That (Steely Dan) - cover by SpringWheel

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Very rare cover of this Steely Dan tune, which originally appeared on their "Can't Buy a Thrill" album. The band was called SpringWheel, who recorded one album in 1973. Two guitarists, Ron Jankowski (lead electric and vocals), and Mike Hay (rhythm acoustic and vocals), led the group. Bill Ryan played bass, and Dudley Taw played drums and percussion. Song was written by the late Walter Becker, and Donald Fagen.

I Mean to Shine (Becker / Fagen) - cover by Diahann Carroll

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Song written by (the late) Walter Becker, and Donald Fagen of Steely Dan. This tune was first recorded by Barbra Streisand in 1971. Diahann Carroll released her version on her 1974 self-titled album on the Motown label (Fagen's name is misspelled on the album as Fagin) Becker & Fagen never recorded this song themselves. They wrote it prior to the formation of the classic group called Steely Dan. Musicians are not listed on the album on this recording. The arrangement of the song is by Michael Omartian (incorrectly listed as M. O' Martian) [He is Armenian, not Irish!] Omartian would later play keyboards on Steely Dan's "Pretzel Logic", "Katy Lied" and "Aja" albums (piano on the title track), as well as on three songs on Donald Fagen's album "The Nightfly".

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Gaslighting Abbie (Steely Dan) - cover by Carl Bennett

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Cover of the opening tune on Steely Dan's Two Against Nature album, entitled Gaslightling Abbie. Song written by the late Walter Becker, and Donald Fagen. Sax played by Carl Bennett. Mike Derose on guitar, Zac Avery on drums, Dwayne Williams on bass.

Peg (Steely Dan) - cover by Doc Severinsen

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Doc Severinsen plays Steely Dan's "Peg" along with the National Philharmonic Orchestra. The album is called London Sessions, released in 1980. The original song, written by Walter Becker and Donald Fagen (Steely Dan) was recorded in 1977 on the Steely Dan album entitled "Aja". Bass solo by Jim Johnson on this recording.

We Never Knew Each Other (Monkey House) - cover by Rikki Rumball

ncmtman 2018-04-27 | Song written by Don Breithaupt. Original tune was performed by Monkey House in 1992. Don Breithaupt: keyboards; Mike Francis: guitar; Russ Boswell: bass; Mark Kelso: drums. Background vocals: Rikki Rumball, Don Breithaupt. Released in 1996 on Rikki's album entitled "Strange Girl".

Johann Schobert Sonata (Mozart Concerto 2 - K.39)

ncmtman 2018-04-19 | Johann Schobert (1720?-1767) Piano Sonata Op.17 No.2. W. A. Mozart used this opening movement of Schobert's Sonata (Andante poco Allegro) for the middle movement of his "Second" Piano Concerto in B flat, K. 39. The tempo, based on repeated triplets, seems perhaps a precursor to the slow movement of Piano Concerto No. 21 K. 467, which also features repeated triplets. Played here is the first movement of Schobert's Opus 17, no. 2, in F Major. Piano soloist is Brigitte Haudebourg.

Your Gold Teeth (Steely Dan) - cover by Kung Fu

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Recorded live at the Bright Box Theatre in Winchester, Virginia in early 2017.

Midnite Cruiser (Steely Dan) - cover by Nash Kato

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Cover of Steely Dan's "Midnight Cruiser", originally from their first album "Can't Buy a Thrill". Written by Walter Becker and Donald Fagen. Original was sung by Steely Dan's first drummer Jim Hodder. Nash Kato released this on a CD single in 2000. His album "Debutante" was released in the same year but did not include this song. Kato is part of the band Urge Overkill.

The Royal Scam (Steely Dan) - cover by Kung Fu

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Recorded live on 19 December 2014, Kung Fu plays Steely Dan's "The Royal Scam", which was the title track to SD's 1976 album. Jon Herington is featured on guitar as a guest artist. Also, Bernard Purdie is one of the two drummers on stage, also as a guest artist.

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Android Warehouse (D. Fagen & W. Becker) - cover by John Tabacco

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An early composition written by Donald Fagen and Walter Becker, performed here by John Tabacco. This tune can be found on his album entitled "Speak Without a Voice (And a Motive, Too)"

You Go Where I Go (W. Becker & D. Fagen) - cover by John Tabacco

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An early song written by Steely Dan founders Walter Becker and Donald Fagen. The original tune appears on numerous releases, authorized or not by them. John Tabacco recorded this cover version, which appears on his 2007 album entitled "Late Octobra, Vol.2 - Rubber Solstice".

Ruby Baby (as covered by Donald Fagen) - Al Yankee Orchestra

ncmtman 2017-06-12 | A big band style cover of Ruby Baby, recorded as an instrumental and very similar to Donald Fagen's 1982 cover of this tune, which was written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. It was first recorded by the Drifters in 1956. This cover version is from his album entitled "Al Yankee Conducting in the Stan Kenton Style". Yankee was a member of Stan Kenton's Orchestra for three years as an arranger and saxophonist.

We Never Knew Each Other - Monkey House (1992)

ncmtman 2017-04-11 | Originally on the Monkey House album "Welcome to the Club" (1992). Don Breithaupt is the vocalist and plays keyboards and sequencer. This tune also appears on the Monkey House "Retrospective" release.

All For the Love of Music - Diamond Head 70s

ncmtman 2017-02-14 | This single 45 rpm record (single) was released in January 1975 on Haven Records, a division of Capitol Records. Haven Records was founded by the songwriting duo of Dennis Lambert & Brian Potter, who also wrote and produced this song. Diamond Head was a musical group that originated in Hawaii, thus the chosen name of Diamond Head, a landmark on the island of Oahu. The lead singer and bass player was Ray Hosino, who passed away in an auto accident sometime in the mid-70s after performing a gig in Hawaii.

Do It Again (Steely Dan) - Cover by Les Paul Trio w/John Wetton

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The late John Wetton (King Crimson & Asia) is the vocalist with the Les Paul Trio on this cover of Steely Dan's "Do It Again", taken from the 2015 release "New York Minute". Recorded live at the Iridium in New York in 2013. The Les Paul Trio: Carlton Holmes on piano, Lou Pallo on guitar, and Nicki Parrott on bass and vocals.

Green Earrings (Steely Dan) - cover by Hoops McCann Band

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Big band cover of Steely Dan's "Green Earrings" by the Hoops McCann Band. Album was released in 1988. On this tune: Jerome Richardson is featured on alto sax, Chuck Findley on trumpet, and Mitch Holder on guitar. Arranged and conducted by Joe Roccisano.

Green Earrings - Steely Dan Hollywood Bowl 6/18/16

ncmtman 2016-06-23 | Opening Night 2016 at the Hollywood Bowl in California: Steely Dan performs "Green Earrings" with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, conducted by Thomas Wilkins. Date: June 18, 2016.

Anton Eberl - Piano Sonata in C minor, Op. 1

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Anton Eberl (1765-1807) composed this sonata in 1792. He was a student of Mozart for a time, and this work was wrongly dubbed "the last composition of the celebrated Mozart". Finally, in 1798, Eberl persuaded a publisher in Vienna to publish it under his own name as his Opus 1. It is now universally recognized as the work of Anton Eberl, who by the early 1800s had gained much recognition, even to the point of being considered a rival to the great Beethoven. Sadly, in 1807, Eberl died unexpectedly at the age of 41.

00:01 I. Adagio. Allegro con moto {9'59}
10:03 II. Andante expressivo {4'35}
14:42 III.Allegro molto {5'21}

The pianist on this recording is James McChesney.

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Amtrak Surfliner with Cascade EMD NPCU 90230 - San Clemente, CA - July 9, 2014

ncmtman 2016-06-09 | A southbound Amtrak Surfliner train number 583 rolls beside the Pacific Ocean in San Clemente, California on July 9, 2014. The lead unit is a Cascade EMD NPCU, number 90230. This unit originally was built in July 1977 as F40PHR number 230. Heritage GE PE42DC number 156 brings up the rear.

Xaver Scharwenka - Mataswintha Overture

ncmtman 2016-06-07 | Franz Xaver Scharwenka (1850-1924), was born on 6 January 1850 in Samster (the modern Szamotuły near Poznań, Poland) in the heart of the then Prussian region of Wielkopolska. His family moved to Poznan in 1858, and in 1863, the family settled in Berlin, Germany. He eventually became an enterprising and successful pianist, composer, and teacher in nineteenth century Germany who in 1893 composed an opera, Mataswintha, based on the novel Ein Kampf um Rom (A Struggle for Rome) by the celebrated German author Felix Dahn. This work, in the style of Richard Wagner, was most earnestly marketed by its publisher Breitkopf und Härtel, yet received only the following four complete performances in its lifetime: an orchestral concert performance and a staged performance in Weimar, Germany and an orchestral concert performance and a staged performance in New York City on April 1, 1897 at the Metropolitan Opera under the auspices of the Damrosch Opera Company. In 1881 Scharwenka had opened his own school of music in Berlin, and in the 1890s a branch in New York. We learn from Scharwenka’s autobiography that in New York he met Berhard Savenhagen, who was so captivated by the work that he decided to open the season at the Weimar Hoftheater with it. The success of the première was immense, and brought a subsequent production at the Metropolitan Opera. Despite certain difficulties arising from a sudden change of the cast and the necessary shortening of the libretto, the opera was received well, and its production pleased the composer. Mataswintha is Scharwenka’s only operatic work, and its overture is one of few symphonic pieces written by the composer. Sadly, this grand opera has fallen into obscurity, and it has not been performed since 1897.

This recording was performed by the Poznan Philharmonic, conducted by Lukasz Borowicz.

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Mozart Symphony 25 - K.183 - for Winds Harmoniemusik (complete)

ncmtman 2016-05-21 | Transcription of Mozart's Symphony No. 25 in G minor K.183 for wind ensemble. The Octuor à Vents Nepomuk are the players, taken from the CD "Tradition de la transcription".

Anton Eberl - Piano Concerto in E flat Major, Op. 40

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Anton Eberl (1765-1807) was a pianist and composer who was one of Mozart's students, and for a time was one of Beethoven's rivals until suddenly passing away in 1807.

00:01 I. Allegro {13'08}
13:09 II. Andante {6'18}
19:28 III. Rondo - Vivace {8'02}

Paolo Giacometti is the piano soloist. Die Kolner Akademie is conducted by Michael Alexander Willens.

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Franz Xaver Scharwenka - Symphony in C minor, Op. 60

ncmtman 2016-04-25 | Xaver Scharwenka wrote his only Symphony in 1882, in the key of C minor. It is scored for 2 flutes, 2 piccolos, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets (B♭), 2 bassoons, 4 horns, 2 trumpets, 3 trombones (2 tenor, 1 bass), timpani, triangle, & strings. The first public performance of this Symphony was on 1 December 1883 in Copenhagen, Denmark, under the composer's direction.

Xaver Scharwenka was born on 6 January 1850 in Samter, Prussia (now part of Poland). He died on 8 December 1924, in Berlin.

00:01 - I. Andante - Allegro non troppo {14'16}
14:11 - II.Allegro molto quasi presto {7'08}
21:19 - III. Adagio {9'39}
30:54 - IV. Allegro {10'18}

Gävle Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Fifield conductor
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Jazz Chops, No Hang-Ups (An Ode to Steely Dan) - Nigel Waddington

ncmtman 2016-02-29 | This tune written and arranged by Nigel Waddington as a tribute to Steely Dan, released in 2010 on his "Bigger Pictures" album.
Featured artists on this track: Jacqui Hicks - vocals (Lyrics are below), Rob Taggart - keyboards, Gareth Huw Davies - bass, John Blackwell - guitar (and solo), Brent Keefe - drums. The horn section: Paul Newton & Nigel Waddington - trumpets, Adrian Fry - trombone, Len Aruliah - alto sax, Colin Crawley - tenor sax, Mick Foster - baritone sax. String section led by Vaughan Jones.

LYRICS:

Thirty years ago in a New York college bar
Two unlikely strangers played their licks on a guitar
All they've come to be is hard to measure
Can't tell what it would be like for me
When Walter Becker takes a hold of my hand
To introduce a lengend'ry man
Donald Fagen the voice of Steely Dan

Songs of now and then of the lonely and the tired
Plaintive themes of long gone dreams that Ginsberg had inspired
There I came to know the darkness of your Deacon Blues
Struggling not to show the new obsession coming over me
The sanity of Cousin Dupree and did he ruin a family?

You wanted Jazz Chops No Hang-ups
The wording of your ad was addressed to me
Jazz Chops No Hang-Ups
The wonders of your pad are the quest for me
You will love the things that you hear
When I play for you if I conquer my fear
So give me Jazz Chops No Hang-ups here tonight
Here me sing
Do my thing
Come alive

(guitar solo)

There among the stars are your albums by the mile
Gaucho, Aja, any stage a milestone in your style
When your songs appear they soothe me still and set me free
Leading me without a fear
Toward your new nostalgic view of romance
Come on Donald give me a chance
Hear me sing and watch the people dance

Song and lyrics copyright 2006 Nigel Waddington

Review of the album on soulandjazzandfunk.com (28 October 2010):

"Of the original Waddington tunes, perhaps the most interesting is 'Jazz Chops, No Hang Ups'. This one is an unashamed tribute to Steely Dan and features Jacqui Hicks on lead vocal handling a lyric about a session singer who dreams of working with the legendary band. Melody, arrangement and changes are very, very Fagen/Becker- esque... even John Blackwell gets the tone of his guitar just right."

Synthesis for Orchestra - Joe Roccisano

ncmtman 2016-02-06 | “Synthesis for Orchestra” is a three-movement work for symphony orchestra, written by Joe Roccisano. This performance was recorded live by the New American Orchestra at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles, California on February 6, 1982. Ernie Watts is featured as the tenor sax soloist.

First movement: 00:01 - 09:59
Second movement: 10:20 - 16:20
Third movement: 16:35 - 25:23

The opening movement begins with a technically demanding, Stravinsky-like statement beginning in the strings and rapidly flowing through the entire orchestra. Following an extended open tenor saxophone solo, a fast four groove is established that features intense be-bop ensemble statements from the brass and rhythm sections. The second movement features very lush and lyrical string writing. The solo saxophone plays occasional chord changes surrounded by orchestral bursts of thematic material. The last movement features the orchestra. Much of the movement is spent developing musically interesting, but technically difficult contrapuntal motives throughout the orchestra.

Reelin in the Years (Steely Dan) - Zen Blues Quartet cover

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A nice bluesy, almost gospel-like cover of Steely Dan's "Reelin' in the Years", writen by Walter Becker and Donald Fagen. The original tune appeared on SD's first album "Can't Buy a Thrill", released in November 1972. The Zen Blues Quartet is Mike Finnigan - Keyboards and vocals; Tim Scott - bass and vocals; John March - guitars; Steve Ferrone - drums.

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Bodhisattva (Steely Dan) - Eddie Metz, Jr. cover

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Instrumental jazz cover of "Bodhisattva", written by Walter Becker & Donald Fagen of Steely Dan. Tune originally on their "Countdown to Ecstasy" album. The Eddie Metz Trio is Rossano Sportiello on piano, Nicki Parrott on bass, and Ed Metz, Jr. on drums. On this tune, Harry Allen is on sax, and John Allred is on trombone, both as guests. Taken from the album "Bridging the Gap", recorded in 2008.

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Oh Wow, Its You Again (W. Becker & D. Fagen) - cover by John Tabacco

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A cover of an early pre-Steely Dan tune written by Walter Becker and Donald Fagen, performed here by John Tabacco. This release appears on his "Tell Me Why Then" album.

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Everyones Gone to the Movies (Steely Dan) - cover by RockGarden

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Cover of Steely Dan's Everyone's Gone to the Movies by Rockgarden. This release was originally on a 45 rpm record, released in 1976.

Chain Lightning (Steely Dan) - Toto cover, with D. Fagen & Denny Dias

ncmtman 2015-11-30 | Recorded live on December 14, 1992 at the Jeff Porcaro Tribute Concert: Toto and Friends. Donald Fagen was guest vocalist, with former Steely Dan original member Denny Dias on guitar. Denny does the first solo, and Steve Lukather the second.

Morning Glorys Story - Joe Roccisano Orchestra

ncmtman 2015-11-24 | Trombonist Jim Pugh is featured in this tune from Joe Roccisano's 1993 album "The Shape I'm In". Jim has been touring and recording with Steely Dan (Walter Becker & Donald Fagen) for a number of years.

Jack of Speed (Steely Dan) - Carl Bennett cover

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Carl Bennett: Sax and keyboards; Mike Derose: Guitar; Zac Avery: drums; Dwayne Williams: Bass.

FM (Steely Dan) - Planet 9 cover

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Cover of Steely Dan's F.M. (No Static at All), written by Walter Becker and Donald Fagen. From Planet 9 (formerly Plan 9) album "Rearview".

Drew Bentley - guitar, band leader; John Marsden - piano, vocals, music director; Charlie Morgan - drums; Charlie Dechant - saxes, flute; Bill Gifford - bass, vocals; Lane Hoppen - keyboards (piano solo on this tune) & vocals; Cameron Brown - trumpet, flugelhorn; Amy Gifford - vocals, percussion.

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The Fax of Life - The Joe Roccisano Orchestra

ncmtman 2015-11-10 | Joe Rocciano's 14-piece big band plays a tune written by Joe R. himself. Greg Gisbert is featured on Flugelhorn, Terry Clarke on drums, John Kaye on percussion, and Joe Roccisano on alto sax. Recorded in New York City on November / December 1994. On the CD "Leave Your Mind Behind".

Joe Roccisano: Alto & Soprano sax, Yamaha WX 11; Lou Marini: Alto & Soprano sax, flute; Scott Robinson: Tenor & Soprano sax, flute, clarinet; Tim Ries: Tenor & Soprano sax, flute; Jack Stuckey: Baritone sax, Bass clarinet; Bob Millikan: Lead trumpet, Flugelhorn; Greg Gisbert: Flugelhorn & trumpet; Tony Kadleck: Trumpet, Flugelhorn; Jim Pugh: Trombone; David Taylor: Bass Trombone; Bill Charlap: Piano; Doug Weiss: Bass; John Kaye: Percussion; Terry Clarke: Drums