Dave Brubeck Music

Brubeck's Mass setting using his signature 5/4 time is a successful marriage of traditional and contemporary, worship and celebration. The "Alleluia" alone is an incredible musical achievement. Brubeck her is clearly God's instrument - and a rare and virtuoso instrument he is!

I was very disappointed in this CD. This piece in no way compares with Brubeck's "Gates of Justice", which is spectacular. There are a few worthwhile moments for the soloists, but for the most part, the writing is uninspired.

"To Hope!" is Dave Brubeck's attempt at composing a mass, or Christian liturgy. The result is mixed. Unlike Vince Guaraldi's masterpiece "Grace Cathedral Concert," this is not a jazz piano mass. Instead, it is largely a contemporary-classical work, focused on vocals and traditional arrangements. It does, however, include several jazz passages, including one that swings almost like a '50s surf-rock record. Not everyone will like this recording, but every fan of jazz or contemporary sacred music should listen to it.

This CD truly shows the diversity of the genius composer Dave Brubeck. Also credit should to be given to Russell Gloud, the conductor for this CD. This working is one of the greatest pieces by Mr. Brubeck. I recommend this CD to any classical music or jazz fan

This music may throw some people for a loop, as it did me at first, because it is a choral Mass and most of us don't realize that Dave composed choral pieces, with his wife doing the lyrics. This Mass was commissioned by 'Our Sunday Visitor' many years ago. It is absolutely beautiful! The operatic choral sections move into the jazz sections and are truly inspirational. My favorite songs are 'the Desert and the Parched Land/The Peace of Jerusalem' and 'All My Hope', which I can't get out of my head all day! Give them a listen.

This, the second CD from United Sounds of Bassoon is a perfect follow up to their previous release. Using the same whit and spunk with a few new twists these bassoonists churn through Gershwin, Pulank, and even some Christmas carols! Helped out by a drum kit, contra basson, and harpsicord this is a great package for the bassoon lover!

This Dave Brubeck Quartet CD "The 1965 Canadian Concert" is terrible.
Its MONO,not stereo.
There is very loud 'hissing" tape sound on the entire CD.
It was recorded using only one microphone!
It sounds like it was recorded by an audience member.
The "bonus materials" (KQED TV program from Janurary 14,1962) on track numbers 9,10,11,12 have a better sound quality than the other tracks,but are also recorded MONO and have a loud tape hissing sound throughout.

This terrible CD is useful for only reference,and not possible to listen and enjoy.

I am seeking a refund.
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