Re: [Harp-L] OB's/Intonation

[fjm <mktspot@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I was reminded of Dave Therault's stunningly rendered version of The 
Deb.  A live recording that I heard on the 4th of the harp-l 
compilations.  Magic Dave plays a 10 hole diatonic harmonica in a 
chromatic jazz setting and it's just fun to listen to.  The piece swings 
and the notes are all on pitch.  I listen to this recording and I am 
just inspired by the music and I don't think about what instrument is 
playing the lead.  While it's a technical tour de force the overwhelming 
feeling I'm left with after hearing this piece is the emotional content 
of the playing.  For the record, it's not that I don't think it can't be 
done.  It's more a case of seldom hearing this style of music played 
convincingly on a diatonic harmonica.

Thanks to Frank M for the winamp tip, worked like a charm.  Thanks again 
to Tim for sending me that Tinus mp3.

Anyone have any idea what magic Dave is up to these days?  He really 
left a hole on this forum when he just disappeared.  One of my favourite 
posters of all time and he was just a monster player and generous with 
his advice.  Last I'd heard he was  still lurking at the fringes of 
Denver but also playing with an LA blues band. I'd really like to get my 
hands on anything that he's ever done that reflects his artistic vision. 
 fjm