JETman Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I just found this in the upcoming releases section: Henry Threadgill: The Complete Novus & Columbia Recordings of Henry Threadgill & Air (Release Date: Early 2010) Henry Threadgill was among the first wave of distinctive and utterly original artists to emerge from Chicago’s Association for The Advancement of Creative Music along with Muhal Richard Abrams, Anthony Braxton and the member of the Art Ensemble Of Chicago. As a saxophonist, he delivers his unique style with a big, dry sound and precise articulation. As a composer, he was an American original, influenced by the entire spectrum of music. He creates distinctive sonic canvasses for a variety of ensemble. And his work is infused with a wonderfully dry, almost absurdist sense of humor. This set covers three important eras in Threadgill’s career, beginning with the three albums that Air made in 1978-79 for Arista Novus including the celebrated “Air Lore” with unique reinterpretations of the music of Scott Joplin and Jelly Roll Morton. Air was a remarkable co-operative trio formed by Threadgill, bassist Fred Hopkins and drummer Steve McCall in 1975. In 1979, Threadgill made his first album as a leader for Arista Novus. “X-75. Volume 1” featured the unique ensemble of four reeds, four basses and the voice of Amina Claudine Myers. A volume 2 was made and never issued. It is released for the first time in this set. In 1986, Henry formed his Sextett, which consisted of seven musicians! This unique ensemble consisted of trumpet, trombone, cello, bass and two sets of drums as well as Threadgill. Over the next two years, the group recorded three albums, all for RCA Novus and all included here. Threadgill closed out the century with three albums on Columbia (“Carry The Day,” “Makin’ A Move” and “Where’s Your Cup”) recorded between 1994 and ’96 with varying ensembles of unusual instrumentation. This set cover three distinct and fertile peak periods in Threadgill’s long and ever creative career. THIS IS A SET WORTH GETTING EXCITED ABOUT!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul secor Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 As many as possible!!!!!! As well as a new pi release. Wonderful news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king ubu Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Wow, incredible news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Skid Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Fantastic news. Definitely a pre-order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Wow! I love this news! Pre-order is right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSngry Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 CARPE FREAKIN' DIEM!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ayers Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I wonder how many CDs this will be? I own it (or in the case of the columbias, sold it) all except the unreleased stuff so will pass. Probably the Braxton has been successful (perhaps surprisingly), warranting this release. If this leads to more 'avant-garde' issues, perhaps of less common material, then I'm all for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghost of miles Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 (edited) Wow!!! That must've just posted this morning--I looked at "Upcoming Releases" last night around 11 p.m. and there was nothing new there. Edited September 28, 2009 by ghost of miles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.A.W. Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Sounds promising. Good to see Mosaic's release programme is expanding its horizons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghost of miles Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 11 albums (including the unreleased one)=7 CDs, possibly? Or 8? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.A.W. Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 (edited) 11 albums (including the unreleased one)=7 CDs, possibly? Or 8? I don't think new sets will exceed 7 CDs, because of the extra licensing cost of sets with more than 7 CDs - with the possible exception of the upcoming (?) Ellington set. Edited September 28, 2009 by J.A.W. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clunky Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 that's going to be a big set, I have greatly enjoyed all the Threadgill I've heard so far. I think I've only got a couple of the sessions, so for me this will be a no brainer. Very welcome news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzbo Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Intereting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Four thumbs way up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ASNL77 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 This type of news settles the nerves a bit about Mosaic and its health. I'll be all over this! Another pre-order here. I've also noticed that the Crosby set will be released in November. The perfect Christmas gift for a lot of people and a lot of $ for Mosaic. Perfect timing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllenLowe Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 gotta be a typo - are you sure it's not Country and Western music from Threadgill's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeweil Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 (edited) Geez ... this is tempting ... I guess, if you say Braxton, you have to say Threadgill as well. Edited September 28, 2009 by mikeweil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tranemonk Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I respect anyone who's into it... but Henry Threadgill & Bing ain't happening for me..... <_< Sounds promising. Good to see Mosaic's release programme is expanding its horizons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JETman Posted September 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I respect anyone who's into it... but Henry Threadgill & Bing ain't happening for me..... <_< Sounds promising. Good to see Mosaic's release programme is expanding its horizons Could've guessed that based on your avatar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tranemonk Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 David Murray is about as far out as I can go... (who I do like quite a bit BTW....) I respect anyone who's into it... but Henry Threadgill & Bing ain't happening for me..... <_< Sounds promising. Good to see Mosaic's release programme is expanding its horizons Could've guessed that based on your avatar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JETman Posted September 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 David Murray is about as far out as I can go... (who I do like quite a bit BTW....) I respect anyone who's into it... but Henry Threadgill & Bing ain't happening for me..... <_< Sounds promising. Good to see Mosaic's release programme is expanding its horizons Could've guessed that based on your avatar. Must've missed this week's new album from him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van Basten II Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Count me in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILLYQ Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Great news- wait 'till next year... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bol Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 I'm very happy for those who like Threadgill. But where is the Ahmad Jamal set??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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