Rein de Graaff Quintet - New York Jazz

Styles: Piano Jazz
Year: 1989
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 36:13
Size: 84,5 MB
Art: Front

( 3:56)  1. Fifty Six
(10:07)  2. A Monk's Dream
( 3:27)  3. Wail
( 5:49)  4. Solar
( 4:36)  5. 81st and 1st
( 8:17)  6. Au Privave

Pianist. Dutch self-taught pianist who's made himself one of Europe's best session players. De Graaff led a trio from 1959 to 1962, then joined The Jazzopters for a year. He then headed his own quartet until 1964, at the same time playing with Erwin Some and Gijs Hendriks. De Graaff formed a new group in 1964 that stayed together until the '80s. He also played with a number of visiting American musicians, among them Hank Mobley, Lee Morgan, Johnny Griffin, Art Taylor, Clifford Jordan, Cecil Payne, Dexter Gordon, Clark Terry, Sonny Stitt, Philly Joe Jones and Arnett Cobb. He made several appearances in New York, and was awarded the Dutch National Jazz Prize in 1980. 

~ Ron Wynn https://www.allmusic.com/artist/rein-de-graaff-mn0000980075/biography

Personnel:  Piano – Rein De Graaff; Baritone Saxophone – Ronnie Cuber; Bass – Sam Jones; Drums – Louis Hayes; Trumpet, Flugelhorn – Tom Harrell

New York Jazz

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Rein De Graaff - Confirmation

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 72:29
Size: 165.9 MB
Styles: Piano jazz
Year: 2005
Art: Front

[16:09] 1. All The Things You Are
[11:49] 2. Easy Living
[10:31] 3. Out Of Nowhere
[ 6:04] 4. Confirmation
[ 9:54] 5. There's No Greater Love
[ 6:14] 6. Ghost Of A Chance
[11:45] 7. Music Inn Blues

Pianist. Dutch self-taught pianist who's made himself one of Europe's best session players. De Graaff led a trio from 1959 to 1962, then joined The Jazzopters for a year. He then headed his own quartet until 1964, at the same time playing with Erwin Some and Gijs Hendriks. De Graaff formed a new group in 1964 that stayed together until the '80s. He also played with a number of visiting American musicians, among them Hank Mobley, Lee Morgan, Johnny Griffin, Art Taylor, Clifford Jordan, Cecil Payne, Dexter Gordon, Clark Terry, Sonny Stitt, Philly Joe Jones and Arnett Cobb. He made several appearances in New York, and was awarded the Dutch National Jazz Prize in 1980. ~ Ron Wynn

Confirmation

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Major Holley - Major Step

Styles: Jazz, Post Bop
Year: 1992
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 61:52
Size: 142,9 MB
Art: Front

( 5:49)  1. Major Step
( 7:38)  2. Yes Indeed
( 7:54)  3. Red Dressed Baby
( 4:42)  4. Blues for Alice
( 5:50)  5. What Am I Here For
( 6:30)  6. The Fuzz
( 7:18)  7. Old Folks
( 6:03)  8. Lester Leaps In
(10:04)  9. Buzzy

Major Holley was best known for using the Slam Stewart trademark of singing along with his bowed bass solos, although he sang in unison while Stewart vocalized an octave above his bass. Otherwise, Major Holley (known as "Mule") was a fine supportive bassist. He originally played violin and tuba, but switched to bass while playing in Navy bands. He played with Dexter Gordon, Charlie Parker, and Ella Fitzgerald in the mid- to late '40s, and in 1950 did a series of duet recordings (never reissued) with Oscar Peterson. After a period working for the BBC in England, he toured with Woody Herman (1958), played with the Al Cohn-Zoot Sims quintet (1959-1960), and worked in the studios, in addition to appearing on some jazz recordings and having a stint with Duke Ellington (1964). Major Holley taught at Berklee (1967-1970), freelanced in New York, and recorded with everyone from Roy Eldridge and the Lee Konitz Nonet, to Quincy Jones; he even met up on two records with Slam Stewart. 

~ Scott Yanow https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/major-step/292157145

Personnel:  Major Holley  double bass;  Rein de Graaff  piano;  Joe Van Enkhuizen tenor saxophone;  Han Bennink  drums.

Major Step

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Rein De Graaff - Nostalgia

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 62:55
Size: 144.0 MB
Styles: Mainstream jazz
Year: 1995
Art: Front

[4:38] 1. How High The Moon
[6:23] 2. Alone Together
[2:32] 3. Afternoon In Paris
[5:52] 4. I Cover The Waterfront
[3:46] 5. Cherokee
[6:02] 6. Au Privave
[8:12] 7. Nostalgia
[7:58] 8. Ablution
[5:48] 9. Lennie's Pennies
[6:25] 10. Dreamstepper
[5:13] 11. Subconscious-Lee

Bass – Koos Seriese; Drums – Eric Ineke; Orchestra – Metropole Orchestra; Piano – Barry Harris; Saxophone – Gary Foster, Marco Kegel.

Dutch self-taught pianist who's made himself one of Europe's best session players. De Graaff led a trio from 1959 to 1962, then joined The Jazzopters for a year. He then headed his own quartet until 1964, at the same time playing with Erwin Some and Gijs Hendriks. De Graaff formed a new group in 1964 that stayed together until the '80s. He also played with a number of visiting American musicians, among them Hank Mobley, Lee Morgan, Johnny Griffin, Art Taylor, Clifford Jordan, Cecil Payne, Dexter Gordon, Clark Terry, Sonny Stitt, Philly Joe Jones and Arnett Cobb. He made several appearances in New York, and was awarded the Dutch National Jazz Prize in 1980. ~ Ron Wynn

Nostalgia mc
Nostalgia zippy

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Johnny Griffin / Art Taylor Quartet - The Jamfs Are Coming!

Styles: Saxophone And Piano Jazz
Year: 1977
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 37:19
Size: 86,1 MB
Art: Front

(16:23)  1. The Jamfs Are Coming, Wee Dot
( 1:22)  2. Wee
(19:33)  3. All The Things You Are

A pair of small nightclubs in Wihelmshaven, Germany provided the settings for these live performances led by tenor saxophonist Johnny Griffin. Accompanied by drummer Art Taylor, pianist Rein de Graaff, and either Koos Serierse or Henk Haverhoek on bass, Griffin is in top form. His explosive original blues, "The Jamfs Are Coming" ("JAMF" is an acronym for a well-known but unprintable expression), is a powerful opener recorded in 1977, with pulsing solos by de Graaff and Taylor as well. Following an unaccompanied coda, Griffin rapidly shifts gears into a brief up-tempo rendition of "Wee Dot," which is unfortunately faded out. The one-minute chorus of "Wee" is a complete performance that evidently closed a 1975 set. The LP wraps with an inspired take of "All the Things You Are," in which Griffin dodges the head initially then squeezes in a lick or two from "Happy Birthday" and a series of other humorous quotes throughout this frenzied 20-minute workout. Due to the evident demise of the various labels which have issued this music, it will be increasingly difficult to acquire. ~ Ken Dryden http://www.allmusic.com/album/the-jamfs-are-coming-mw0000906358

Personnel:  Saxophone [Tenor] – Johnny Griffin;  Bass – Henk Haverhoek,  Koos Serierse;  Drums – Art Taylor;  Piano – Rein De Graaff

The Jamfs Are Coming!

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Rein De Graaff - Ornithology

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 68:13
Size: 156.2 MB
Styles: Piano jazz
Year: 2010
Art: Front

[ 7:10] 1. Mr. P.C
[ 5:55] 2. Parker's Mood
[ 5:53] 3. Ornithology
[11:44] 4. Parisian Thoroughfare
[10:35] 5. That's All
[ 9:58] 6. Night In Tunesia
[ 6:59] 7. Autumn In New York
[ 9:56] 8. Billy's Bounce

Pianist. Dutch self-taught pianist who's made himself one of Europe's best session players. De Graaff led a trio from 1959 to 1962, then joined The Jazzopters for a year. He then headed his own quartet until 1964, at the same time playing with Erwin Some and Gijs Hendriks. De Graaff formed a new group in 1964 that stayed together until the '80s. He also played with a number of visiting American musicians, among them Hank Mobley, Lee Morgan, Johnny Griffin, Art Taylor, Clifford Jordan, Cecil Payne, Dexter Gordon, Clark Terry, Sonny Stitt, Philly Joe Jones and Arnett Cobb. He made several appearances in New York, and was awarded the Dutch National Jazz Prize in 1980. ~bio by Ron Wynn

Ornithology

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David Fathead Newman, Marchel Ivery & The Rein De Graaff Trio - Blue Greens & Beans

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 54:20
Size: 124.4 MB
Styles: Bop, Soul jazz
Year: 1991/2015
Art: Front

[ 7:42] 1. Blue Greens And Beans
[ 8:26] 2. Montana Banana
[ 4:56] 3. I've Grown Accustomed To Her Face
[10:38] 4. A Night In Tunisia
[ 8:34] 5. Good Bait
[ 5:38] 6. Skylark
[ 8:23] 7. Wide Open Spaces

David Newman was a musician's musician. Whenever someone wanted to add something special to their own recording, they called ‘Fathead.’ His horn graced the recordings of such diverse artists as Ray Charles, Dr. John, Eric Clapton, Jane Monheit, the Average White Band, Queen Latifah and others. David's authoritative playing sums up a lifetime of experience and grants us a look at his intensely personal thoughts on music and, by extension, life itself.

Blue Greens & Beans

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Al Cohn - Rifftide

Styles: Saxophone Jazz
Year: 1987
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 54:53
Size: 126,0 MB
Art: Front

(7:40)  1. Speak Low
(7:53)  2. Blue Monk
(5:07)  3. Hot House
(7:21)  4. The Thing
(6:29)  5. We'll Be Together Again
(5:59)  6. Rifftide
(7:17)  7. Do Nothing Till You're True
(7:03)  8. Secret Love

Although this recording of standards was made late in his career, tenor saxophonist Al Cohn was in peak form and clearly inspired by an excellent Dutch rhythm section. Cohn's very broad tone is much in evidence, as he runs through changes on tunes that he played innumerable times in his career. A distinct stylist, Cohn was never an innovator, but his lush, relaxed, carefully honed sound was perfect for the late nightclub atmosphere. Every solo was deliberately constructed, mixing just the right amounts of emotion and technique. You can hear Coleman Hawkins in his playing, but Cohn incorporated broad influences from the early history of bop. Pianist Rein de Graff is stunning throughout, and drummer Eric Ineke and bassist Koos Serierse add solid support.~Steve Loewy http://www.allmusic.com/album/rifftide-mw0000310851

Personnel: Al Cohn (tenor saxophone); Rein de Graaff (piano); Eric Ineke (drums).

Rifftide

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Dave Pike & Charles McPherson - Bluebird

Styles: Vibraphone And Saxophone Jazz
Year: 1988
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 54:28
Size: 125,2 MB
Art: Front

(7:31)  1. Scrapple From The Apple
(6:25)  2. Embraceable You
(6:09)  3. Visa
(9:23)  4. Old Folks
(4:51)  5. Bluebird
(8:13)  6. Anthropology
(5:08)  7. Ornithology
(6:45)  8. Bluebird (alt take)

Jazz experts love to speculate on the types of music that Charlie Parker might have embraced had he not died in 1955. Had Bird lived to see the 1960s and 1970s, would he have embraced modal jazz, avant-garde jazz, soul-jazz, or fusion? Would he have played on Miles Davis' Bitches Brew if, in 1969, such an offer had been made? One can only speculate. What can be said for sure is that Bird's innovations have continued to inspire a wide variety of jazz musicians long after his death. Recorded in Monster, Holland, in 1988, Bluebird is among the numerous Parker tributes that has surfaced over the years.

This bebop date was co-led by two American improvisers, vibist Dave Pike and alto saxophonist Charles McPherson, who are joined by a Dutch rhythm section that consists of pianist Rein de Graaff, bassist Koos Serierse, and drummer Eric Ineke. Not all of the musicians play on all of the tunes; McPherson is absent on "Ornithology," "Old Folks," and the first take of "Bluebird," and only the Dutch musicians are present on a second take of "Bluebird." The tracks that do feature McPherson speak well of him. McPherson has always been a Bird disciple, but being a disciple isn't the same as being a clone, and on this Dutch release, the altoist celebrates Bird's influence without trying to sound exactly like him. Nonetheless, few surprises occur on Bluebird; performances of well-known bop standards like "Scrapple From the Apple" and "Anthropology" are solid but conventional. No one will accuse either Pike or McPherson of trying to reinvent the wheel on this enjoyable, if predictable, CD. ~ Alex Henderson  http://www.allmusic.com/album/bluebird-mw0000310856

Personnel: Dave Pike (vibraphone); Charles McPherson (alto saxophone); Rein de Graaff (piano); Eric Ineke (drums).

Bluebird

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Rein De Graaff - Duets

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 60:16
Size: 138.0 MB
Styles: Piano jazz
Year: 1999/2008
Art: Front

[4:41] 1. What Is This Thing Called Love
[6:50] 2. These Foolish Things
[7:09] 3. I Remember You
[6:12] 4. Darn That Dream
[5:39] 5. Just Friends
[6:07] 6. Pinehill Blues
[7:59] 7. How Deep Is The Ocean
[5:52] 8. I'll Remember April
[1:24] 9. My Melancholy Baby
[8:20] 10. Star Eyes

Rein de Graaff (piano); Charles McPherson (alto saxophone); Marius Beets (bass). Recording information: Pinehill Studio, Leersum, The Netherlands (01/16/1999-02/23/1999).

Dutch pianist Rein De Graaf is an unassuming performer, best known, perhaps, as a first-rate accompanist. As he shows on this recording, however, he is also a superb leader and soloist. Joined on half the cuts by American bopper alto saxophonist Charles McPherson, and on the others by bassist Marius Beets, De Graaf revisits popular standards including "What Is This Thing Called Love?," "Darn That Dream," and "Star Eyes." If there are no startling moments, there is a consistent commitment to high quality that is evident on every track. Charles McPherson is as steady as they come, and every note he blows seems to be perfectly chosen. Beets is also a fine partner for the pianist, his rich tone and choice notes a nice complement. None of these performers engage in any sort of flashy technique -- only a nicely honed structure that exudes life. Like a Tommy Flanagan or a John Hicks, De Graaf may not get the headlines, but listeners will be rewarded by his solid playing. ~ Steven Loewy

Duets

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The Rein de Graaff Trio, Conte Candoli, Bob Cooper - Thinking Of You

Styles: Piano, Trumpet And Saxophone Jazz
Year: 2009
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 65:54
Size: 151,1 MB
Art: Front

(11:31)  1. Thinking Of You
( 9:53)  2. We'll Be Together Again
(10:33)  3. Star Eyes
(10:11)  4. I'll Remember April
( 8:34)  5. Ow!
( 5:58)  6. Loverman
( 9:12)  7. Oleo

This previously unreleased 1993 recording features two legendary West Coast jazz musicians, trumpeter Conte Candoli and tenor saxophonist Bob Cooper. Recorded shortly before Cooper suffered a fatal heart attack aged 67 the two musicians perform a set of standards backed by a seriously good Dutch rhythm section.  http://www.amazon.co.uk/Thinking-You-Rein-Graaff-Trio/dp/B001U041MM

Personnel: Conte Candoli (trumpet), Bob Cooper (tenor saxophone), Rein de Graaff (piano), Koos Serierse (bass), Eric Ineke (drums)

Thinking Of You

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Rein De Graaff - Bebop, Ballads & Blues

Bitrate: 320K/s
Time: 60:40
Size: 138.9 MB
Styles: Mainstream jazz
Year: 1990/2000
Art: Front

[5:21] 1. There's No You
[5:03] 2. Blue Skies
[2:17] 3. Darn That Dream
[3:24] 4. Old Folks
[5:43] 5. Take The A Train
[2:58] 6. Improvisation In Confirmation
[1:43] 7. Goodbye
[3:59] 8. Drifting On A Reed
[5:08] 9. I Waited For You
[4:24] 10. Blue Bossa Samba
[4:15] 11. Little Willie Leaps
[5:29] 12. What Is This Thing Called Love
[4:04] 13. My Old Flame
[6:44] 14. Now Is The Time

Take a listen.Great song selection,swinging interpretations and has some fine Dutch aces like Five Diamonds drummer (and two others joining leader and bassist Hank Havehook (if you can find Five Diamonds Brilliant you'll thank me forever) this CD has one of the least appreciated yet still famous tenors of all time, My Man, Charlie Rouse leaving his beautiful tones on Tenor. A must for the Charlie Rouse completion and a fine example of what has always been a vibrant jazz scene in the Netherlands. Maybe not "Kind Of Blue" or Blue Train" nevertheless it's a very good CD worth getting that a hard bop/post bop fan with appreciation for good rendition of standards will enjoy. Cheers. ~Chazz

Bebop, Ballads & Blues

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The Rein De Graaff Trio - Indian Summer

Bitrate: 320K/s
Time: 59:04
Size: 135.2 MB
Styles: Flute jazz, Piano jazz
Year: 2012
Art: Front

[9:25] 1. Alone Together
[6:54] 2. What A Difference A Day Made
[4:56] 3. Ghost Of A Chance
[3:58] 4. I Love You
[6:39] 5. Indian Summer
[6:04] 6. Buzzy
[4:00] 7. Oleo
[5:51] 8. How Deep Is The Ocean
[4:35] 9. The Things We Did Late Summer
[6:38] 10. I'll Close My Eyes

The Dutch trio led by pianist Rein de Graaff are joined by American flutist Sam Most, 60 years after he made his recording debut in 1952. They perform a selection of timeless jazz standards from the likes of Cole Porter, Charlie Parker and Sonny Rollins.

Sam Most can claim to be the world's first modern jazz soloist on the flute and jazz historian Leonard Feather has stated "justice should demand that the history books document Most's role as the first truly creative jazz flutist." He has played with a number of leading jazz musicians over the years, including Herbie Mann, Buddy Rich, Louis Bellson, Tal Farlow and Ray Brown.

Rein de Graaff (piano), Marius Beets (bass), Eric Ineke (drums), Sam Most (flute)

Indian Summer

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