The Crescent

The Crescent

The Crescent

Track Listings
 
1. Aziza
2. Longa Kurdelli HicazKar
3. The Crescent
4. Kao Shan Ch'ing
5. Sanada Ghalmaz
6. Americana
7. Shabnam
8. Sama'i Kurd
9. Sephardic Medley

Editorial Reviews
About the Artist
Dr. Nabil Azzam is an internationally known musician. His real stringth is exemplified in his command of Western classical music, since he grew up performing it, and his ethnic background of Middle Eastern music. Nabil Azzam's talent is apparent in his compositions and leadership of MESTO. The Crescent (3rd composition on the CD) reflects the romantic side of the composer. In addition, This CD highlights great talents; Tar virtuoso Momhammad Omranifar (#5 on the CD, Sanada Ghalmaz,) mandolin virtuoso, Bob Applebaum who performed Americana (#6 on the CD)Kourosh Zolani, a persian santur virtuoso and composer (#7 on the CD, Shabnam.)

Product Description
MESTO, an orchestra devoted to playing world music in symphonic form, has released its first CD titled "The Crescent." The musical foundation of MESTO rests in its classical Arabic repertoire and this is certainly reflected on the recording. However, led by its founder and director Dr. Nabil Azzam, the ensemble has included a truly eclectic mix of traditional and newly composed pieces from countries and cultures as diverse as Persian, Chinese, Sephardic and American folklore. This CD is a must to all those who like World Music. All compositions are either specially composed or arranged for MESTO. This wonderful and unique orchestra includes real talents; Composeres, arrangers and soloists.

The Crescent,Mesto,Mesto,World. ethnic and original melodies. traditional music of multi-cultures.
John Coltrane: Crescent
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • L. Hendricks
  • oh, what i was missing!
  • Classic
  • The best record of JC
  • Sea Of Tranquility
 John Coltrane: Crescent
John Coltrane Quartet
Manufacturer: Grp Records
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ASIN: B000003N8R
Release Date: 1996-09-24

Tracks:

  1. Crescent
  2. Wise One
  3. Bessie's Blues
  4. Lonnies Lament
  5. The Drum Thing

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars L. Hendricks.......2007-05-12

Few albums sum the musical ideas of an instumentalist as well as Crescent does for John Coltrane. One gets the sense that all the bugs have been worked out and that this is what he wanted to say. The message is lyricism and the blues... and perhaps laughter. The rhythm section is warm and sharp. The music has the searching melencholy that is immediately recognizable as Trane. Singularly beautiful.

5 out of 5 stars oh, what i was missing!.......2007-03-31

i've been on a real coltrane binge of late, and have been filling in some holes in my collection of his stuff. what a hole i found from 1964! no wonder i have always felt a vague sense of dissatisfaction with life. now i know what was wrong all along. i didn't have this great coltrane masterpiece! well now i do, and i feel 100% on top of life's game. this album is a stunning piece of work, mostly mid-tempo to slow in vibe, coltrane here plays absolutely gorgeous sax, while mccoy tyner's wizardry on piano is inventive and wonderful for the ear to behold, as well. the rhythm section of jimmy garrison (bass) and elvin jones (drums) rumbles along beneath the surface like some swelling wave, carrying things to their conclusion with a haunting sublty and grace. the title track "crescent" is one of my all-time favorite trane tracks now, and the ballad "wise one" is close on its heels. the final cut "the drum thing" is an amazing piece, too. a composition where elvin jones' magic really stands out. no john coltrane collection is complete without this heavenly album. now i know.

5 out of 5 stars Classic.......2007-01-12

This is classic Coltrane. For all jazz aficionados who can appreciate the improvisational lyricism and depth of this genius's music. It's also a great album for listeners who can't take the intense, explosive solos of his later journeys.

5 out of 5 stars The best record of JC.......2006-12-08

I have almost all of the records of Coltrane on LP,now in Cd.To understand his music and development you must know He has 4 phases, The first pre atlantic, the second on Atlantic. The third is modal on Impulse, and the last near free jazz on the same label until his death.
this is of me the best of his third phase with "a love supreme".INDISPENSABLE.

5 out of 5 stars Sea Of Tranquility.......2006-05-23

Collecting John Coltrane is a challenge; he was prolific, constantly evolving, and seemed to live in a recording studio. Even so, certain landmark efforts have achieved "essential" status, for a variety of reasons. I would agree that A Love Supreme, My Favorite Things, Ascension, African Brass, Giant Steps, and the Johnny Hartman collaboration all fall into this category. Crescent does too, and I'm not certain why it is so frequently overlooked.

Like A Love Supreme, Crescent is an integrated whole, not a mere collection of "tracks." The entire effort casts a very particular spell. Maybe critics don't embrace it because it doesn't feature the trademark "sheets of sound" for which Coltrane was known, something akin to blowing the cold off of ice. The allure of Crescent is much more subtle than that.

Each selection, even the straight-ahead Bessie's Blues, aches with haunting, spiritual elegance. The solos, which do occasionally soar, never lose sight of the ground and resolve back into their themes in deeply satisfying ways. Coltrane's tone, always amazing, is especially lush and round here, almost opulent. Even at its wiggliest you're unlikely to turn down the sound, this CD wants to soothe you, not nail you to the wall.

The opening bars of the title track tell you exactly where you're about to go, straight into the sad and beautiful heart of truth. Wise One takes listeners through the entire emotional cycle, fragile longing, seeking that reaches up, reconciliation. Perfection. McCoy Tyner shines throughout on piano, especially on Lonnie's Lament, a tune lovely enough to put tears in the eyes of a serial killer. Drum Thing finds Elvin Jones conjuring up a sort of hypnotic trance; the interplay between him and Coltrane provides a transcendent conclusion to a CD of exquisite beauty.

In many ways it's unfortunate that Coltrane's reputation rests on the idea of destroying music in order to reinvent it. Listening to Crescent provides ample evidence that, in addition to being a profoundly spiritual man, Coltrane was as lyrical a player as has ever unpacked a horn.
Pale Sun, Crescent Moon
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Subtle Charms
  • i think once you hear this album "your mind will change and your heart will lose it's pain"
  • Bill says
  • It'll cut right through you..
  • My stars go to "anniversary song"
 Pale Sun, Crescent Moon
Cowboy Junkies
Manufacturer: RCA
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ASIN: B000002WPK
Release Date: 1993-11-23

Tracks:

  1. Crescent Moon
  2. First Recollection
  3. Ring On The Sill
  4. Anniversary Song
  5. White Sail
  6. Seven Years
  7. Pale Sun
  8. The Post
  9. Cold Tea Blues
  10. Hard To Explain
  11. Hunted
  12. Floorboard Blues

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The Cowboy Junkies' Michael Timmins is a most literary songwriter. On the Toronto quartet's Pale Sun Crescent Moon, Timmins imbeds lines from William Faulkner's Absalom, Absalom into the song "First Recollection" and a line from Gabriel Garcia Marquez's "The General in His Labyrinth" in the song "Seven Years" without it seeming the least bit awkward. He has found the perfect literary voice for his writing in his sister Margo Timmins, whose alto is all smoke and suggestion. Songs are not poems, however, and never was that distinction more obvious than it is here. The album's so-called songs float in atmospheric harmonies, unshaped by melody or meter. This droning music may seem haunting on first encounter, but by the third song the melodic monotony encourages dozing. --Geoffrey Himes

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Subtle Charms.......2006-12-21

Another fine album from the Cowboy Junkies. "Pale Sun" is more brooding moody music created by Michael Timmins and sung by his sister Margo. Highlights include "Anniversary Song", "Crescent Moon", and the haunting "Floorboard Blues". I really find it hard to describe just exactly what this band does, but they do it so well it tends to seep into your being.

5 out of 5 stars i think once you hear this album "your mind will change and your heart will lose it's pain".......2006-06-24

after 16 years this is still one of my favorite albums of all time. Margo's voice gets in your heart and you can feel her emotions as she sings. if you buy any albums by the cowboy junkies this should be the one.

5 out of 5 stars Bill says.......2006-03-15

When she asks me what it is I am playing, I know the stuff is good. When she asks me to leave the music for her to play, I know the stuff is excellent. On this one she followed me and grabbed it. Five stars. You'll only need to play it once and you'll see.

4 out of 5 stars It'll cut right through you.........2004-07-18

I'm generally indifferent to the Cowboy Junkies, but on this CD Margo Timmins' vocals reach right into your being. The tunes are outstanding and there are some nice rockers (for this band).

For those who like incandescent vocals, this CD ranks right up there with albums like Van Morrison's Veedon Fleece.

Other than Trinity Sessions, which is in a world of its own, I haven't been too impressed with the other CD's by this band, but in this effort Margo and the boys found something that reaches deep and will stay with you.

4.5.

3 out of 5 stars My stars go to "anniversary song".......2004-02-11

I bought this c.d. probably 10 years ago for the 'anniversary song'. It is the best thing going for this tedious disc.
I like women in rock with harmonious and soothing voices, and the singer here definitely falls into the category. However, I found this album very boring, but her voice is excellent. Most of the songs sound alike with the exception of it's most commercial recording of the anniversary song.
I don't know their catalog of music but I hope that the rest of their records aren't as bland as this one. Just my thoughts..I seem to have the lowest star review here so other people seem to appreciate their haunting lyrics hopefully over their non melodies.
Crescent City Bounce
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    		Crescent City Bounce
    Various Artists
    Manufacturer: Jsp Records
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    Mystic Journey
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • A Poetic Journey...
    • Nice!
    • Fabulous!
    • Fabulous
    • Makes you want to listen and dance at the same time
    		 Mystic Journey

    Manufacturer: Autumn Light Productions
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000040JKR
    Release Date: 1999-12-14

    Tracks:

    1. Topanga Dreams
    2. Katyia's Dance
    3. China Lily
    4. Fertile Crescent
    5. Lhasa Love
    6. Aduman
    7. Darjeeling Sunrise
    8. Clouds across the Darkness
    9. Silver Lake
    10. Lotus

    Album Description

    About this CD (notes from the artist )

    Topanga Dreams
    Since 1988, I've lived in Topanga, California. This small mountain town has taught me the true meaning of community. By being there for each other, we can make dreams come true. May all your dreams come true...

    Katyia's Dance
    This song has evolved from being a solo dance performance piece in our Mystic Journey shows into a passionate tango...for two. So grab someone you love and enjoy the dance!

    China Lily
    This flute was a gift from my Dize (rhymes with pizza) teacher and is one of my favorites. Whenever I play it, I am transported to a place of inner peace and stillness.

    Lhasa Love
    I found this melody in a book of traditional Chinese folk songs, It was called Tibetan Dance before we transformed it into a lively multicultural boogie!

    Aduman
    Although there are many dialects spoken in the West African region of Guinea and Mali, the universal word for "sweet" amongst all the tribes is aduman.

    Darjeeling Sunrise
    Inspired by an Indian sunrise raga, this song reflects the experience that I had when I was on top of Tiger Hill in Darjeeling, India, witnessing a magical sunrise illuminating the awesome Himalayan mountains.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars A Poetic Journey..........2004-05-05

    I fell in love with the music of The Angels of Venice years ago, and thus when I learned that Suzanne Teng (a former "Angel") had produced a solo work, I was very excited. But the music on this CD easily surpasses anything Teng had done with the Angels of Venice. Lyrical melodies, accompanied by enthnic rhythms on traditional percussion instruments, overlaid with Teng's own haunting performances on Asian flute, transport the listener to another time and another place -- both in this world, and in the "otherworld" created by Teng's mystical music edge. Tibetan singing bowls, Middle-Eastern bells, Celtic strings and a vast assortment of drums and wind instruments create a musical whirlwind that will leave the listener breathlessly awaiting Teng's next musical offering.

    4 out of 5 stars Nice!.......2004-01-01

    Suzanne Teng, the original flutist with the group "Angels of Venice", breaks out on her own in this playful and exotic 1999 release. Teng shows herself a master of flutistry, not only the playing the standard western "C" flute, but also piccolo, alto and bass flutes, dize (Chinese bamboo flute), ney (Turkish flute) and panpipes. Her tone is rich and liquid, and her improvisations range from jazzy to sinuous to ephemeral depending on the style of the piece. Many of the selections have a strong Near- or Far Eastern flavor, but the mood remains gentle and cheerful throughout the album, without any of the dark intensity that characterizes some of the "Angels'" work. Teng is not alone in "Mystic Journey" either; many guest artists lend their well-established talents to the mix to create ever-varied layers of texture. Gilbert Levy provides intricate world percussion accompaniments, while cellist Martin Tillman, Prince Diabate, Hans Christiansen of Rasa and Greg Ellis of Vas (among others) also pop in to lend a hand, making for a richly orchestrated album that is full of apt and interesting surprises. Occasionally the flute melodies seem a little trite and meandering, qualities that are at odds with the earthy, percussive background, but overall this album is appealing. Teng's simultaneously light and down-to-earth compositions find ways to be relaxing without being boring--a common pitfall for many New Age artists. The music of "Mystic Journey" would be great for warm-ups and slow-dancing for belly dancers, as well as just pleasant listening after a mundane and stressful day at work. Other recordings featuring Suzanne Teng's flute-playing include "Awake Inside a Dream" and "Music for Flute, Harp and Cello" by the Angels of Venice. For more bamboo and metal flute improvisations, in this case without accompaniment, check out also Richard Warner's "Quiet Heart / Spirit Wind".

    5 out of 5 stars Fabulous!.......2002-07-05

    I ordered this CD after only hearing two songs which I "accidentally" heard while flipping the channels of the television. There was a performance done on Public Access and I was surprised to see that a CD was available. I ordered one for myself and a friend who is a yoga instructor. I love this CD! It is perfect for yoga or meditation or even just in the background while working. The music is heartfelt and joyous and everyone who hears it immediately loves it. I would definitly recommend it, especially if you are looking to expand your collection of instrumental music. Personally, I love flute pieces, so this was a perfect choice for me.

    5 out of 5 stars Fabulous.......2001-06-28

    I caught Suzanne Teng & Mystic Journey on vacation at this year's Topanga Days festival, but didn't buy the CD. I thought about their music the whole rest of the trip and ordered the CD as soon as I got home. It's truly magnificent and beautiful music, and I could listen to the CD over and over. Perfect background for anything - reading, meditating, special dinners, yoga, whatever. I find myself getting up just to move to the music. They're all very talented and the CD is a real stress-melter.

    5 out of 5 stars Makes you want to listen and dance at the same time.......2000-08-31

    This is really an excellent independently-produced CD. Some of the tunes are fairly straight-forward, rhythmic wonders with Ms. Teng's incredible flute playing polishing them off. Others are more "world" sounding incorporating thraot singing and chanting. There is not a bad cut on the CD. Listen to Katiya's Waltz, and try to concentrate on the beautiful music while your feet waltz across the floor.
    Crescent Moon
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Turkish delight!
    • A MUST BUY For lovers of Turkish and Meditteranian music
    • enticing and playful
    • Tekbilek captures your soul
    • Faruk RULES!
    		 Crescent Moon
    Omar Faruk Tekbilek
    Manufacturer: Celestial Harmonies
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00000DHIU
    Release Date: 1998-11-24

    Tracks:

    1. Crescent Moon
    2. Yalel
    3. Salute To The Sun
    4. Tamzara
    5. Baglama Delight
    6. Hijaz Raks
    7. Last Moments Of Love
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    Amazon.com

    Middle Eastern multi-instrumentalist Omar Tekbilek gets solo billing for Crescent Moon even though it is produced by longtime collaborator and keyboardist Brian Keane. Keane also contributes as a musician, along with fellow synthesizer player Steve Roach and several other more-acoustic performers, but the overall sound is close to Tekbilek's roots and traditions. With a couple of exceptions (notably "Salute to the Sun," a heartfelt ambient piece with some vocals from Tekbilek), the 10 cuts are upbeat acoustic exercises using percussion and string and woodwind instruments in traditional settings, with just the slightest hint of electronic washes in the production. Not that the music needs any bolstering; it is sonic enough in its own right. With Crescent Moon, the ancient symbol of the Ottoman Empire and Islam, Tekbilek builds on his reputation as a master musician of great integrity who is interpreting ancient music for today's audience. The liner notes could be a little more informative about the musicians and the recording. --Derek Rath

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Turkish delight!.......2007-02-13

    You can't go wrong choosing any of Omar Faruk Tekbilek's albums! "Crescent Moon" is a beautiful collection of Turkish melodies and exotic rhythms; guaranteed to thrill lovers of Middle Eastern music.

    5 out of 5 stars A MUST BUY For lovers of Turkish and Meditteranian music.......2006-03-21

    I love it. Especially that last track - it just takes me away from this world and lifts me up somewhere up there in the heavens...

    4 out of 5 stars enticing and playful.......2004-03-21

    Omar Faruk Tekbilek's "Crescent Moon" is a great CD. The first time I heard it, I was taking a Belly Dancing series. We began to work on veil, and the instructor put on this CD. It took me right into a trance-like state. I was no longer in a room with other people. I was in the marketplace, and in India. I was entirely moved by the sensuality of the music, and also the playfulness of some of the faster tracks. I would definetly recommend this CD, particularly for veil work. Enjoy!

    5 out of 5 stars Tekbilek captures your soul.......2001-01-28

    Crescent Moon is a masterpiece. Omar Faruk Tekbilek will touch your soul. I usually reserve praise of this magnitude, but there are few albums in the world as beautiful as this.

    5 out of 5 stars Faruk RULES!.......2000-07-18

    ....if I may be so cliche! He just gets better, and this CD is for ANY collection of ethnic music. Frame drum,doumbek and nay; just to name a few of the instruments played (superbly).....Don't like the nay? This will even please sensitive, western ears. Dancers will find that unusually sensual and 'something special' to dance to. This CD will hold any fan of Mr. Tekbilek until the next one comes!
    Fab 4 on 6
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • Acoustic Invasion
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    • Technically Amazing but...
    • Marvelous guitar work on Beatles Faves
    		 Fab 4 on 6

    Manufacturer: Crescent Records
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    ASIN: B0006OA87A
    Release Date: 2004-10-10

    Tracks:

    1. Blackbird (1968)
    2. And I Love Her (1964)
    3. Nowhere Man (1968)
    4. Magical Mystery Tour (1967)
    5. Fool On the Hill (1967)
    6. Let It Be (1970)
    7. Mother Natures Son (1968)
    8. Michelle (1965)
    9. With a Little Help From My Friends (1967)
    10. Something (1969) George Harrison
    11. Till There Was You - (1950) Meredith Willson
    12. Norwegian Wood (1965)
    13. Yesterday (1965)
    14. I Will (1968)

    Album Description

    I started arranging Beatles music for guitar many years ago. I can't remember exactly when nor can I remember the first song I arranged. Beginning in January of 2003 I began exploring more of the music written by Lennon and McCartney, perhaps because my son is now discovering just how timeless and infectious the music is. It seems each generation goes through a process of discovery with the music of the Beatles. So here is a collection of my favorite Beatles songs. They're all played on an acoustic guitar that has been tuned down quite a bit from a normal guitar. This is a solo guitar project; stark, raw and unfiltered.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Acoustic Invasion.......2007-07-30

    This CD (dare I say album?) was very well performed and the material was artfully chosen. I am very pleased. I am waiting patiently for his project of Twisted Sister accoustics!

    3 out of 5 stars We've heard it all before ... and it's a CDR not a CD ... with a paper label.......2006-08-04

    This is a very pleasant album, but as a collector with hundreds of Beatles cover albums, I would say it brings nothing new to the genre except a clever title. And I was extremely disappointed to find out that it was a CDR not a CD, with a glued on paper label to boot. Who knows if it will even be playable in 10 years?! CDR sellers ought to at least warn potential buyers that it's not a pressed CD ... which is really what it was advertised as. And how expensive is it to print on CDRs directly these days anyway?

    4 out of 5 stars Technically Amazing but..........2005-06-12

    OK, there's no question this guy can play the heck out of the guitar. And taking on a song like "Magical Mystery Tour" on solo guitar? That's ambitious. Latarski does some very nifty arranging work on "Norwegian Wood" and his versions of "Let It Be" and "With a Little Help From My Friends" are so full you'll hardly notice the lack of vocals. But doesn't every jazz guitarist play "Blackbird" just to show off? One star off for that and the obligatory cover of "Yesterday" - a song we've all heard just too many versions of already.

    4 out of 5 stars Marvelous guitar work on Beatles Faves.......2005-02-21

    My first review of an album, this is just plain awesome. The selections are great and hearing them on an acoustic guitar is wonderful. Every song on the CD is really good. I would highly reccomend it to any Beatles fan (who isn't?) or anyone interested in artful acoustic guitar pieces. The tuned down guitar is an exceptional fit to these songs.
    Crescent City
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • This Music Will Remain Eternal In The Mind & Ears Of The Listener!
    • Thank You, Paul Weston, For An UNMATCHED Classic !!
    • Timeless
    • Still great after 45+ years!
    • Crescent City Paul Weston and His Orchestra
    		 Crescent City
    Paul Weston & His Orchestra
    Manufacturer: Corinthian Records
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B0000010KN
    Release Date: 1993-09-11

    Tracks:

    1. Crescent City
    2. Vieux Carre
    3. Riverfront Blues
    4. Storyville
    5. Bayou ST. John
    6. High Society
    7. Creole Songs & Dances
    8. Miss Lucy
    9. Ferryboat to Algiers
    10. Esplanade At Sunset
    11. Nobody Knows The Trouble I've Seen
    12. Mardi Gras (Indian Dance)

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars This Music Will Remain Eternal In The Mind & Ears Of The Listener! .......2007-04-03

    The Crescent City Suite will remain a classic, just like the Nut Cracker Suite. It will become eternal in the mind and ears of the listener. I have the LP record of this that I purchased some years ago. On the back of it is a summary of each song. When the information for the CD was printed up, this wasn't given. The music came to be written when husband & wife Paul Weston & Jo Stafford visited New Orleans, Louisiana, they fell in love with the city. I truly believe that Paul Weston was heavenly inspired when he wrote it. It is timeless and tireless. If you listen to it once, you can be sure you'll be listening to it again and again. Sincerely, Bertie Gros of Marrero, Louisiana

    5 out of 5 stars Thank You, Paul Weston, For An UNMATCHED Classic !!.......2004-07-29

    Paul Weston clearly outdid himself with this piece of music which is unmatched in it's genre. Every song is truly outstanding. And the availability now on CD is great!!

    I grew up in New Orleans and have listened to the LP album version over and over for decades. And it is a magnificent mosaic of music, which allows the imagination to take one on a magical travelogue around the city, into areas and history not usually seen by the tourist. Obviously, a great deal of research went into the music and this capsule history of New Orleans. The orchestra performs the arrangements flawlessly and the solos are truly inspired. I must point out the stings, in particular, which are absolutely wonderful throughout, and a perfect memorable example is the soaringly beautiful and unusual "Esplanade at Sunset", one of the recording's 'Pieces De Resistance'.

    The hauntingly beautiful main "Crescent City" theme is one of the best I have ever heard and it appears, transmuted slightly, over and over throughout the recording. The piece that is a standout is the blues ballad "Storyville": the arrangement, the musical conception, the train station sounds, and the sax solo are awesome. The Creole triptych "Un, Duex, Trois"; "Salangadou"; and "Michie Preval" is an arresting piece of arranging and inspired brass and strings. And the ending piece, "Mardi Gras", is a wonderful whirlwind of music that puts the perfect cap on the CD, as it surges into the main theme again. This is a must have addition to any CD collection.

    5 out of 5 stars Timeless.......2004-07-09

    As a New Orleans/French Quarter tour guide and somewhat of a historian of New Orleans, I have to say, its the only composition that truly reflects the ambiance of our city so masterfully. Its a gem! My CD is about to wear out, and you can bet I'll be purchasing another to take its place!! I grew up in New Orleans, and have lived here all of my life, and couldn't believe the person who composed this music is not originally from New Orleans, or at least that's what I was told. I remember as a child some of the songs being played on TV as background music for one of our local news stations. The sounds have always captured my emotions and can almost immediately give me images of the St. Charles Avenue Streetcar, Bourbon Street, the Mississippi River and so many other images of the "Crescent City". Great performances, you won't be disappointed.

    5 out of 5 stars Still great after 45+ years!.......2004-01-06

    I purchased the original "LP" of this album in the late 1950's while attending high school or LSU. The original vinyl recording's cover jacket has a picture of New Orleans from the air at late afternoon and shows the single span of the Greater New Orleans Bridge under construction (the now existing second span had not been dreamed of yet). Being born in New Orleans and having lived here all of my life, these songs are still haunting and authentic representations of the New Orleans I grew up and lived with. It was then, and is still now, a classic work of smooth sounds and easy listening music.
    I am so pleased to find it available on CD. I will purchase several immediately for myself and friends.

    5 out of 5 stars Crescent City Paul Weston and His Orchestra.......2003-02-09

    This is Paul Weston's best of many albums. I have owned the LP version of this recording since my college days at Okla University and was thrilled to see it released in CD form. Paul Weston, who along with Johnny Mercer, was a founder of Capitol Records, ranks right up there with other great orchestra leaders like James Last, Montovani, Percy Faith, and Jackie Gleason. This is a must have album if you like easy listening music because this is easy listening, New Orleans style! My wife and I wish Paul and his wife, singer Jo Stafford, many more years of good health and prosperity and we thank both of them for their many contributions to our music enjoyment.
    Highlights from Crescent City Soul: The Sound of New Orleans 1947-1974
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • If you like New Orleans R&B this is the real deal
    		 Highlights from Crescent City Soul: The Sound of New Orleans 1947-1974
    Various Artists
    Manufacturer: Capitol
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000002SVV
    Release Date: 1996-04-02

    Tracks:

    1. The Fat Man - Fats Domino
    2. 3 x 7 = 21 - Jewel King
    3. Stack-A-Lee (Part 2) - Archibald
    4. Goin' Home - Fats Domino
    5. Bon Ton Roulet (New Bon Ton Roulet) - Clarence Garlow
    6. Toy Bell - The Bees
    7. Blue Monday - Smiley Lewis
    8. I Didn't Want To Do It - The Spiders
    9. Travelin' Mood - Wee Willie Wayne
    10. Feel So Good - Shirley & Lee
    11. I Hear You Knocking - Smiley Lewis
    12. Witchcraft - The Spiders
    13. Ain't That A Shame - Fats Domino
    14. Let The Good Times Roll - Shirley & Lee
    15. One Night - Smiley Lewis
    16. Chicken Shack Boogie - Amos Milburn
    17. Let The Four Winds Blow - Roy Brown
    18. Sick And Tired - Chris Kenner
    19. I'm Walkin' - Fats Domino
    20. The Monkey - Dave Bartholomew
    21. I'm Gonna Be A Wheel Someday - Bobby Mitchell
    22. Ooh Poo Pah Doo - Jessie Hill
    23. Come On (Part 1) - Earl King
    24. Walking To New Orleans - Fats Domino
    25. Mother-In-Law - Ernie K-Doe
    26. It Will Stand - The Showmen
    27. A Certain Girl - Ernie K-Doe
    28. I Know (You Don't Love Me No More) - Barbara George
    29. It's Raining - Irma Thomas
    30. Fortune Teller - Benny Spellman

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars If you like New Orleans R&B this is the real deal.......2005-09-06

    This is a 1-CD sampler of songs taken from the box set entitled "Crescent City Soul: The Sound of New Orleans 1947-74." The full box set is rare and going for big buck$ these days, so this sampler is worth its weight in gold, as far as I'm concerned.

    It starts off just where it should, with Fats Domino's "Fat Man Blues" and continues on through a myriad of well-known and lesser known artists' best tunes. Whether it Fats, or the original recording of "Bon Ton Roulet," or Dave Bartholomew singing "The Monkey Speaks His Mind" or the original version of "Fortune Teller" ..just too much fun.

    The beauty of this collection is that original New Orleans R&B is a unique sound, different from Memphis, Detroit, etc., and this CD brings to life that difference in a way that makes you smile, just like one would smile when one sets foot in the Crescent City for the first time. God Bless New Orleans.

    Deacon John's Jump Blues
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • OLD TIME ROCK AND ROLL
    • Deacon John's New Orleans R&B Tribute Jumps All Day Long
    • FINALLY, Deacon John talents is for all to see and hear!
    • Deacon John needs to be heard....
    • Experience the real New Orleans
    		 Deacon John's Jump Blues
    Deacon John Moore , and Deacon John
    Manufacturer: Image Entertainment
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000092ZKU
    Release Date: 2003-06-10

    Tracks:

    1. Jumpin In The Morning
    2. Nobody Knows You When Youre Down And Out
    3. I Didnt Want To Do It
    4. Jesus Is On The main Line
    5. Someday
    6. Hook, Line and Sinker/Go On Fool
    7. Losing Battle
    8. Let The Good Times Roll/Feel So Good
    9. Piece Of My Heart
    10. Tipitina
    11. Going Back To New Orleans
    12. Nobody Knows You (Reprise)

    Description

    A sizzling roster of New Orleans musicians and featured performers salutes the "jump blues" tunes of the '50s and '60s, a big band/rhythm hybrid which formed the bridge between World War II era big band swing and early rock 'n' roll. A professional musician for 40 years, Deacon John has performed on countless seminal recordings and now preserves his legacy forever with this dazzling concert, a celebration of joy, spiritual uplift and toe-tapping music you'll savor again and again! Songs: Big Chief, Jumpin' in the Morning, Go On Fool, Someday, Losing Battle, Let the Good Times Roll/Feel So Good, Piece of My Heart, Lipstick Traces on a Cigarette, Jesus Is on the Main Line, Tipitina, No Buts, No Maybes, I Didn't Want to Do It, Any Day Now, Stagger Lee

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars OLD TIME ROCK AND ROLL.......2003-11-22

    THIS IS ONE OF THE FINEST CD'S EVERY ASSEMBLED. DEACON JOHN IS ABSOLUTELY TERRIFIC----FATS DOMINO IS STILL GREAT --WITH A GREAT STYLE BUT THE DEACON IS THE KING-----IF YOU DON'T FEEL LIKE A DIFFERENT PERSON WITH A BETTER OUTLOOK ON LIFE AFTER HEARING THIS CD YOU BETTER TALK TO DR. PHIL

    5 out of 5 stars Deacon John's New Orleans R&B Tribute Jumps All Day Long.......2003-10-20

    Deacon John Moore is a veteran of the New Orleans music scene including a period when he was one of the regulars in the studio band at the legendary Cosimo's studio. More recently he has worked as a guitarist, vocalist and bandleader. A few years back, there was cd of him performing live at JazzFest doing fiery renditions of songs associated with B.B. King, Elmore James and others. He has a new recording, "Deacon John's Jump Blues, Music From the Film" (Vetter Communications)? that is also accompanied by a dvd of a live concert and a documentary film. This project has him perform a number of classic numbers with the assistance of pianists Davell Crawford, Dr. John, Henry Butler and Allen Toussaint, bassists Chris Severin and Deacon John's brother Charles Moore, drummers Herlin Riley and Shannon Powell, saxophonist Amadee Castanell and legendary arranger Wardell Querzegue. There are featured spots for the Zion Harmonizers and vocalist Teedy Boutté. From the opening notes of Ray Charles' aptly named "Jumpin' in the Morning," where Deacon John's ebullient vocal captures the sound of the classic fifties' Genius to the closing solo piano feature for Davell Crawford, "Nobody Knows You When Your Down and Out" (which Deacon John sings strongly on the second track)? this is a joyous celebration of the New Orleans musica. Deacon John's spirited covers of The Spiders "I Didn't Want to Do It", Smiley Lewis' Someday and a medley of "Hook Line and Slinker" with "Go On Fool," and Jimmy Liggins' "Going Back to New Orleans" are sung with conviction and joy. Even more impressive is his tribute to Johnny Adams, singing the Tan Canary's "A Losing Battle" (written by Dr. John)?. With Teedy Boutté he does a medley of Shirley and Lee songs ("Let the Good Times Roll" and "Feel So Good")? and then she does a marvelous rendition of "Piece of My Heart" based on the classic original Erma Franklin recording. The Zion Harmonizers contribute a stirring "Jesus is on the Main Line" and Dr. John does a lovely solo rendition of "Tipitina." This music is wonderful as Querzegue has produced wonderful arrangements for this session, the studio bands are terrific with special kudos directed at the rhythm sections and the vocalists show their love for the music with these performances. The only possible quibble might be the relatively short playing time but I have repeatedly listened to this since I bought it.

    5 out of 5 stars FINALLY, Deacon John talents is for all to see and hear!.......2003-09-04

    After 40 years of Great sounds, Deacon John's music is here for all the world to hear. New Orleans has kept this Great music MAN far too long, so let him go BIG EASY, so that he can perform his great sounds.

    5 out of 5 stars Deacon John needs to be heard...........2003-08-27

    This CD delivers the essence of Louisiana! Deacon John's energy is addictive! The whole ensemble of performers is incredible. This CD flows so well - each song is filled with great lyrics and music. I love every track - it is the type of CD that is great to listen to alone or for a party. Deacon John's Jump Blues will never sound dated or dull it sucks you in and impresses you everytime it plays! This CD is a must have for all ages!

    5 out of 5 stars Experience the real New Orleans.......2003-07-13

    As a couple, one a native of Louisiana and the other having lived there for several years in the 70's, but now living in Florida, we felt as if we were back in the Big Easy on the streets of the French Quarter checking out the music clubs, or sampling the city's rich mix of jazz , blues, gospel, etc. at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. The quality of the recording is superb. We recommned the DVD, too. It's great fun and well produced.
    Celtic Crescent
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • A doubled-edge sword cuts two ways!
    • A Great Themed Collection...
    		 Celtic Crescent

    Manufacturer: Emerald Rose
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000086V9Z
    Release Date: 2003-02-12

    Tracks:

    1. Drowsy Maggie/Morning Invention/Green Groves of Erin
    2. Loch Lomond
    3. Worlds Wedding
    4. Green Hills of Garland/Gallagher Lass/Ferret's Nose
    5. Wild Mountain Thyme
    6. Round the World for Sport/The Otter's Nest
    7. Fire In The Head
    8. Hills of America
    9. Scatter the Mud/Tar Road to Sligo/Paddy Clancy's
    10. Star of the County Down
    11. Call Me Home
    12. Maggie Lauder
    13. Unfinished Business
    14. Donald McGillivray

    Album Description

    Celtic Crescent is a collection of Celtic-theme material from Emerald Rose. It contains a selection of previously released material from the albums "Bending Tradition" and "Fire In The Head" as well as some new recordings. Included on this production are a bluesy version of the Scots classic "Loch Lomond" and an upbeat, danceable rendition of the Celtic classic, "Wild Mountain Thyme."

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars A doubled-edge sword cuts two ways!.......2004-08-05

    All things considered EMERALD ROSE is a decent band which revels betwixt celtic/folk-rock/pagan/wiccan musical styles. At the time of this review they have 3 primary albums, this one (CC), BENDING TRADITIONS (BT), and their live FIRE IN THE HEAD (FITH).
    The only thing troublesome here is the size of their repertoire. When placing all the inclusive tracks from these 3 cds together you'll find alot of duplication depending on your preference for either studio or live, or just plain 'ol duplication.
    That aspect of the band which ventures into so-called pagan territory is more obvious on 'BT'and 'FITH'...but I'll supplant "pagan" with "wiccan" there, for most of that comes across as patronizing the "witchy" fanbase (pagan girl, never underestimate...,) I also feel much of the male-oriented paganism as thouroughly gelded (yeah,celtic WARRIOR) .
    Much of early celtic folk music is pagan by virtue of it's rural, rustic, pre-christian origins (it's not all goddess worship either!). The fact that EMERALD ROSE wears the "goddess" on their sleeve (at times) does not a pagan make. When it's done successfully as in 'Freya Shakti' the effect is striking and original. The anti-roman chant 'A Pict Song' is a fine example of true pagan music (IMO). Neither of those songs are included on CELTIC CRESCENT which would of raised the bar(another star) on this cd as argueably the best representation of the band.
    As it stands you have a damn fine collection of their studio output (the studio stuff sounds better to me, less shrill)...though 2 awesome tracks are excluded, perhaps their version of 'Lucky Man' and 'Penny in the Well' as well. On traditional jigs and reels the pennywhistle can dominate a wee too much, but all-in-all this is the one to buy. your friendly PICT.

    5 out of 5 stars A Great Themed Collection..........2003-06-17

    If any of you Emerald Rose fans have been upset that you couldn't exactly give a CD of theirs to someone without having to explain all the overtly Pagan references, this is your CD!

    This is the CD of their folk, celtic, and traditional songs, and any of the Pagan references should slide right by anyone who likes traditional Irish or Scottish music. As one of the band members said "This is the CD without any of the stuff on it you might have trouble explaining to your grandmother".

    It still contains their unique style, the energy and sheer exuberance that characterize their faster songs, and the depths that they reach in their ballads, but it also is a great showcase for their instrumental skills. It deserves a place in the collection of any Emerald Rose fan on its own merits, but is also a welcome addition to the line-up as a "gift CD" for the people who wouldn't appreciate all the songs on their other albums.

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