Re: [Harp-L] Little Wing & Popper & live recordings

[Garry Hodgson <garry@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Roscoharp@xxxxxxx wrote:

> I agree with the general sentiment that the live clip of Popper playing  
> Little Wing is not very good. I don't think playing over changes is JP's  
> strength. I also would note that this is a recording of a jam, possibly  completely 
> unrehearsed, & maybe pulled right out of their a*ses. I can  easily see a 
> situation where the leader called Little Wing & Popper said  'hmmm, I'll give it a 
> try - what key?" 

indeed, this was called the "Ritz Power Jam".  i vaguely recall that it was a 
benefit of some sort, though i can't find any reference to that now that i look.
but you make a good point, that this, and probably the mickey raphael version 
as well, should be evaluated in this context. 

lots of good music there, and plenty of popper on harp.
http://www.raindesert.com/rd_cd_menu/ritz_power_jam/ritz_power_jam.html

> How many of us would like someone to record everything we play, including  
> impromptu jams,  & put it out on the net for everyone to  criticize.

i do just that, for our regular blues jams.  of course, it's password protected, 
and just for the use of the jammers.  highly recommended.

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Garry Hodgson, Senior Software Geek, AT&T CSO

But I'm not giving in an inch to fear
'Cause I promised myself this year
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