Ivories

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First time on CD for 80's era solo album for the eccentric English keyboardist, probably best known for his work with Mott The Hoople, Mott and British Lions. 17 tracks. Standard jewel case. 2001 release.

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Ivories

Ivories
Forever Blue
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Rich, Soulful, Crisp Piano Work
  • Just 88 keys, but a lot of soul..
  • If you like piano, you will LOVE this CD!
  • Best solo piano recording in ages
  • Solo Piano that touches the soul
 Forever Blue
Chuck Leavell
Manufacturer: Terminus Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Blues | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B00005MPQM
Release Date: 2001-04-24

Tracks:

  1. Forever Blue
  2. Song For Amy
  3. Blue Rose
  4. Comin' Home
  5. Ashokan Farewell
  6. A Lotta Colada
  7. Just Before Dawn
  8. Walk A Little Closer
  9. Higher Ground
  10. Georgia On My Mind

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Chuck Leavell admits to three passions: his family, his tree conservation, and his music. A bluesman to the core who's worked with the Allman Brothers Band, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, and Gov't Mule, the Georgia-based piano player touches the hearts of listeners here with solo performances of mostly original material. The title song pleases with Leavell's improvisations on blues sequences, his references to the history of blues piano tied together with an impressive craftsmanship. Genre-bender "A Lotta Colada," which he originally wrote for his blues-rock-jazz group Sea Level, displays even more of his creative musical mind. Leavell's "Song for Amy" points to the sunny jazz piano of Vince Guaraldi, and his ardor for life comes across most effectively on his Crescent City-directed boogie takeoff on the gospel staple "Walk a Little Closer." --Frank-John Hadley

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Rich, Soulful, Crisp Piano Work.......2003-12-08

I recently heard Chuck Levell on Piano Jazz with Marion McPartland and he played some of the best piano blues and standards I have heard in a long time. It was a wonderful show so I thought I 'd explore his solo recordings. I bought and love this album. It is all instrumental which in a way is too bad because Chuck has a nice singing voice. A one star hit from me due to the length. Many releases these days are similarly scant, but at only 37 minutes I had a need for more when it ended after a sweet rendition of "Georgia On My Mind." The music that is there is wonderful.

4 out of 5 stars Just 88 keys, but a lot of soul.........2002-09-05

According to Chuck's liner notes, Forever Blue's opening title track was a quick improvisation he dashed off while the engineer was setting up to record. It's a simple basic blues tune, but brightly performed with some spirited embellishments and a light overall playfulness. This sets the tone for the rest of the record nicely; it's not groundbreaking, but it doesn't try to be anything other than 37 minutes of fun ivory-tickling. Never mind the grim bleakness of the cover, it's quite a cheerful little gem. We've got some upbeat boogie ("Walk a Little Closer"), some Southern gospel ("Higher Ground"), and a few beautiful meditative moments made for quiet reflection. And for mood-lifting sunniness, the joyous "A Lotta Colada" stands out as the brightest offering here. As his history (Eric Clapton, the Rolling Stones) attests, Chuck's musical personality is permanently tied to the blues, but the blues aren't always meant to be sad. This shows the joyful side of the coin, and it's one of the nicest quaint treasures I've discovered in a good long time. I'll be getting some mileage out of this.

5 out of 5 stars If you like piano, you will LOVE this CD!.......2002-07-25

When you hear this album you will have a hard time beliving this is solo piano. It is not what you might expect. Not rock based but blues, jazz and N'orleans styles. It is more than the hard piano rifts from Sea Level and Gov't mule. Totally entertaining! So enjoyable you'll want to go out and "spread the word". Chuck is a master and I hope he does more solo work.

5 out of 5 stars Best solo piano recording in ages.......2001-08-23

What a refreshing thing for the ears! Leavell has put together a diverse and satisfying set of tunes that gets better with every listening. The styles range from melodic to latin to boogie, all with a thread of the blues (thus the title). This is a classic, and if it doesn't get a grammy, there is no justice! Buy more than one copy! CAL

5 out of 5 stars Solo Piano that touches the soul.......2001-07-10

Chuck Leavell is a superstar Rock and Roll pianist, his work has been heard shining through on albums and tours by the Allman Brothers, the Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, Gov't Mule, and tons of other superstars. He steps out with this release on his own, with only his piano to express the deep soul that has enhanced the music of so many high profile bands.

This CD is a must have for fans of Rock and Roll, Jazz, R&B, and soul.. I recommend it 100%.
Pop Goes the Ivories
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Excellent playing of beautiful music, but too much other
  • Roger Williams At The Top Of His Game In New CD
 Pop Goes the Ivories
Roger Williams
Manufacturer: Gold Label
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00003TL0C
Release Date: 2000-01-25

Tracks:

  1. Hungarian Dance #5
  2. Clair De Lune/Lara's Theme (From 'Dr. Zhivago')
  3. Take The A Train
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  5. Girl From Ipanema
  6. Talk To The Animals
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  9. Groovin' High
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Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Excellent playing of beautiful music, but too much other.......2003-07-19

Roger Williams is, of course, outstanding in his piano playing as always. However, there was way too much talking on this album to the point of distracting from the music. And (speaking personally) too much jazz as opposed to the beautiful love and movie theme type songs which Roger Williams is so justly famous for. I have several of his albums and will buy more, but did not keep this one. The fidelity is fine.

5 out of 5 stars Roger Williams At The Top Of His Game In New CD.......2000-02-04

After listening to Roger Williams' latest CD "Pop Goes The Ivories," I was astounded. At the age of 75, this icon of the ivories is playing with greater precision, ease and speed than in any of his many albums in the past.

Sometimes live albums leave a lot to be desired. Not "Pop Goes The Ivories," it is entertaining and electrifying, just as if you were in the audience.

What a varied selection, from the A-Train to The Theme From The Titanic! I especially liked GABA which Williams wrote to mimic a political speech.

Along with the splendid music is Williams' wonderful humor. This guy is funny!

"Pop Goes The Ivories" is arguably one of the finest outings in Williams' long and storied recording career. It is a must have for any fan of good music.
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    Whippin the Keys: 75 Yr Novelty Piano Ragtime
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      		Whippin the Keys: 75 Yr Novelty Piano Ragtime

      Manufacturer: Capstone
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      Chamber MusicChamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
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      Release Date: 2002-05-28

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      1. Poor Buttermilk
      2. Bringup Breakdown
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      4. Pianoflage
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      6. Modulations: Whippin' The Keys
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      8. Firecrackers
      9. Teasin' The Ivories
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      Ivories
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        		Ivories
        Morgan Fisher
        Manufacturer: Angel Air
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        GeneralGeneral | New Age | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
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        ASIN: B000056UPJ
        Release Date: 2001-06-19

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        1. All The Young Dudes 78
        2. The Decisive Type
        3. Cereal Music
        4. Lydian Theme
        5. Sleeper One
        6. Sleeper Two
        7. Good One Ralph
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        9. Sleeper Four
        10. Reverie
        11. Dithyramb
        12. Symmetry
        13. Ingrid
        14. Danse
        15. Kiss
        16. The Wattnott
        17. Roll Away The Stone

        Album Description

        First time on CD for 80's era solo album for the eccentric English keyboardist, probably best known for his work with Mott The Hoople, Mott and British Lions. 17 tracks. Standard jewel case. 2001 release.
        Syncopated Sensations
        Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
        • A delightful upper
        		 Syncopated Sensations

        Manufacturer: Sonora Records
        ProductGroup: Music
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        Release Date: 2000-08-29

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        1. The Cake Walk In The Sky (Ethiopian Two-Step)
        2. The Easy Winners
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        5 out of 5 stars A delightful upper.......2003-04-13

        This CD is a delight. Including some well-known gems by Jolin and Gershwin, the disc also offers some lesser known corners of the ragtime canon, including two selections by modern rag composer (and winner of the 1997 Scott Joplin prize for the best new rag), Brian Dykstra. The selections are brilliantly played by Lester and the sound is excellent. A winner all around.
        Sunday Morning Ivories, Vol. 2
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          		Sunday Morning Ivories, Vol. 2
          Kim Collingsworth
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          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          GeneralGeneral | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music
          GospelGospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music
          ASIN: B000KHX6VI
          Release Date: 2007-01-09

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          2. Surely the Presence of the Lord
          3. Heavenly Father I Appreciate Thee
          4. Great Is Thy Faithfulness
          5. Shout to the Lord
          6. Let's Just Praise the Lord
          7. I Sing Praises to Your Name
          8. Great and Mighty Is the Lord Our God
          9. Holy, Holy, Holy
          10. Thou Art Worthy
          11. Worthy the Lamb
          12. Above All Kingdoms
          13. If That Isn't Love
          14. O, Love That Will Not Let Me Go
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          16. Because He Lives
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          20. God Will Make a Way
          21. Through It All
          22. Unseen Hand
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          Vol. 1-Axes Saxes Skins & Ivor
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            		Vol. 1-Axes Saxes Skins & Ivor

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            Binding: Audio CD

            GeneralGeneral | Oldies & Retro | Rock | Styles | Music
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            OldiesOldies | Compilations | Pop | Styles | Music
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            Release Date: 1999-03-23

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            1. Royal Whirl - Royaltones
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            Vol. 2-Ticklin the Ivories
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              		Vol. 2-Ticklin the Ivories

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              GeneralGeneral | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music
              ASIN: B000MGBR0E
              Release Date: 2007-08-07
              Heart Strings
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                		Heart Strings
                The Ivories
                Manufacturer: 48 Crash
                ProductGroup: Music
                Binding: Audio CD

                GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
                GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
                ASIN: B000EXZ9TK
                Release Date: 2006-05-08

                Tracks:

                1. Heart Strings
                2. Long Way Home
                3. Tonight (Video Live From Koko London)

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                Brilliant girl four piece band from the same town as Kaiser Cheifs. Just supported Placebo in the UK. Thing Blondie and Elastica. These girls rock.

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