i am listening to stan getz on the tenor sax ..... which means listening to his musical contemplation ..... and, his profound respect for the people with whom he made music .....

stan getz played the tenor saxophone, perhaps as no other before or since.  when getz plays, there is no attempt to bury his sidemen in a wall of sound, no attempt to "dominate the stage."   he plays his piece, and when others play he comps them softly and without interference, and he listens.   such attention as he commands is by his artistry, and not by volume or hogging the music.

it is truly an art of cooperation, and group contribution.

and, it is wonderful music to listen to.  simple as that.   well, the "ears" say enough of this, and it is to return to listening.  a joyful experience to listen to a joyful experience.

john jay @ 05.29.2023

p.s.  i have no doubt but that he took his music very seriously.   but, he was subordinate to it, i am sure, and subordinate to the performance of his band.  it must have been an absolute pleasure playing with him.   very very very refreshing.

post script.  again.   ah, what the hell, how can you possibly lead your day w/out another note from me, is a mystery to me, at least.--

but, i am a 75 year old duffer learning guitar.   if i ever get rich playing the guitar, it will be owing to "jules guitar," a series of very lucid instructional videos from england.  i am "learning" a little bit of music, blues guitar to be exact, and it ain't easy for my "tiny ears."   and, lack of rhythm.  but, if i do, it will be because of "jules guitar."   google it.   i recommend it.  jjj.