Jim R Posted February 26, 2004 Report Posted February 26, 2004 I just upped a thread (the only JW thread here at Organissimo) on her, but then realized that it's in the "New Releases" forum. So, I decided to start another one. On the radio this morning, I heard a track called "I Remember Dexter" from her THIS SIDE UP (Maxjazz) CD. I was knocked out, and when I found out it was JW, I knew it was time I started exporing her work. Up to now, I have only heard a few things on the radio, mostly Monk material. I read on her website that she worked with Philly Joe Jones when she was still a teenager, and later was house pianist at the Keystone Korner, working with Dexter, Getz, and many other greats back in the 70's. I've been impressed by everything I've heard from her, but just have never gotten around to really checking her out. So, for any fans out there who know her work, please fill me in... Quote
sal Posted February 26, 2004 Report Posted February 26, 2004 She has another album on MAXJAZZ called "Alone", where she plays solo. She's wonderful. I still can't figure out why she isn't more well known. Quote
jazzbo Posted February 26, 2004 Report Posted February 26, 2004 I'll agree, I have only about five of her recordings, and I love her playing. The Maybreck Recital cd is one of my favorite in the series. As I am collecting Geri Allen and Renee Rosnes at the moment, I'll probably begin collecting Jessica too as funds allow. . . . All three of these women are players that are really amazing me. Quote
Jazzmoose Posted February 26, 2004 Report Posted February 26, 2004 I agree, Sal; Alone is a favorite. I only have three discs with her, so I can't claim to be a fanatic, but I love what I've heard. Quote
marcoliv Posted February 26, 2004 Report Posted February 26, 2004 Jim, thanks for the input! i love Maxjazz releases and some of her Concord releases are largely available here on 2nd hand stores...never paid attention to them! Marcus Quote
Gordokae Posted February 26, 2004 Report Posted February 26, 2004 I'm hooked on Jessica. . . have all of her CDs [ that's 39 to date ] Order a goodly batch from her Wed Site. Gordo Quote
EKE BBB Posted May 24, 2004 Report Posted May 24, 2004 Due out on June 8: Jessica Williams - I Let a Song Go Out of My Heart: The Music of Duke Ellington (Hep 2082) Solo piano Quote
EKE BBB Posted May 24, 2004 Report Posted May 24, 2004 And there´s even another one coming, according to Jazzmatazz: Jessica Williams - Live at Yoshi's (MaxJazz) July 20 Quote
EKE BBB Posted June 23, 2004 Report Posted June 23, 2004 Anyone heard...? THE REAL DEAL On HEP Records in Scotland, released June, 2004 | other albums by Jessica on HEP JAZZ | listen to this cd Photos, Elaine Arc | Design, James Hutcheson | Executive Producer, Alastair Robertson | Made in the UK, ©2004, HEP Jazz Productions Track listings: Misty Morning of the Carnival Friday the 13th Petite Fleur If I Should Lose You Round Midnight Teo Sweet and Lovely To Thelonious with Love Out and Out Blues My Romance Don't Blame Me Quote
EKE BBB Posted June 23, 2004 Report Posted June 23, 2004 ...and... OFFERING Jessica Williams, solo piano Recorded May 22nd, 2004, dedicated to and inspired by Elvin Jones) Track list: 1 It's Easy to Remember 2 Ernie's Theme 3 Nancy With the Laughing Face 4 Offering 5 Serenata 6 I Want to Talk About You 7 A Well of Souls 8 Lonnie's Lament Red and Blue Records, recorded May 22nd, 2004 Quote
JohnS Posted June 23, 2004 Report Posted June 23, 2004 Jessica's recordings are something of a blindspot for me, initially very nice but they don't stand repeated playings. I've been at a couple of her solo gigs and she's come over well, great personality. Quote
BeBop Posted June 23, 2004 Report Posted June 23, 2004 I spent many happy evening at the Keystone, listening to Ms. Williams. Have also enjoyed several of her more recent recordings, especially the small group with local legend, Bud Spangler. Quote
pepe Posted June 24, 2004 Report Posted June 24, 2004 (edited) I just bought I let a song go out of my heart and the Real Deal directly from her http://www.jessicawilliams.com Fast service and more money to the artist. And I don't agree she does'nt hold up for repeated listening, I always spend some time figuring what she is dong in the left, the lines in the right and the interaction. Of the two, after just a couple of listens I actually like Real Deal best - thought maybe it would be the opposite. Might have something to do with the Ellington tunes played by other piano players than Edward Kennedy - I always tend to think about what he sounded like. IMO he was an excellent piano player with very individual voicings and a fantastic sense of dynamics. Edited June 24, 2004 by pepe Quote
marcoliv Posted June 25, 2004 Report Posted June 25, 2004 based on Jim's recommendation i got her album "Inventions" and i´m still enjoying it a lot!!! Marcus Quote
EKE BBB Posted January 12, 2005 Report Posted January 12, 2005 (edited) Our lady´s done quite a few new releases lately!!! Edited January 12, 2005 by EKE BBB Quote
sal Posted January 12, 2005 Report Posted January 12, 2005 Plus, they released that "Live at Yoshi's: Vol. 1" album on MaxJazz with Ray Drummond and Victor Lewis. I've heard that Vol. 2 is due out this year. I heard some cuts from Vol. 1 on the radio....very nice. Quote
Jazzmoose Posted January 13, 2005 Report Posted January 13, 2005 BeBop said: Have also enjoyed several of her more recent recordings, especially the small group with local legend, Bud Spangler. Are you talking about the Interplay disc? I love that! (And if anyone's curious, I happen to have a CDR of it available; just PM me...) Quote
dsgtrane Posted January 15, 2005 Report Posted January 15, 2005 Thanks for the tip on her website. Just ordered 5 discs, including three from her limited edition offerings. Quote
dsgtrane Posted January 15, 2005 Report Posted January 15, 2005 Jazzmoose said: BeBop said: Have also enjoyed several of her more recent recordings, especially the small group with local legend, Bud Spangler. Are you talking about the Interplay disc? I love that! (And if anyone's curious, I happen to have a CDR of it available; just PM me...) I've got that one as well. Real nice disc. Tom Peron is listed as the co-leader with Spangler. Quote
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