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Tony Scodwell Heavyweight Member
Joined: 17 Oct 2005 Posts: 1961
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Posted: Wed Sep 16, 2020 7:47 am Post subject: New Harry James book |
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I just received my copy of Chuck Par-Due's new book "Harry James Trumpet Icon" Unlike the earlier "Trumpet Blues" by Peter Levinson, this work by Par-Due deals with the nuts and bolts of James' trumpet playing rather than the lifestyle of this often misunderstood musician. Bottom line is Harry James was one of the most gifted trumpet players ever and the many quotes from players that worked with him will give the reader some insight into what made Harry tick.
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EricV Veteran Member
Joined: 28 Jul 2011 Posts: 227 Location: Australia
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Posted: Fri Sep 18, 2020 3:08 pm Post subject: |
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Tony,
I will look on the net for where i can obtain a copy , thanks for this
Stay Safe
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GeorgeB Heavyweight Member
Joined: 20 Apr 2016 Posts: 1063 Location: New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
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Posted: Sat Oct 10, 2020 6:34 am Post subject: |
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Yeah, I want to get that book, too. It was Harry's and Louis' playing that got me interested in playing the trumpet back in the early 50s. They both share top spot in list of favorite players. _________________ GeorgeB
1960s King Super 20 Silversonic
2016 Manchester Brass Custom
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1952 Selmer Paris 21 B
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Bb Bob Regular Member
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GeorgeB Heavyweight Member
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Posted: Thu Oct 15, 2020 3:46 am Post subject: |
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I ordered my copy from Amazon Canada . It's on its way. Really looking forward to a good read. _________________ GeorgeB
1960s King Super 20 Silversonic
2016 Manchester Brass Custom
1938-39 Olds Recording
1942 Buescher 400 Bb trumpet
1952 Selmer Paris 21 B
1999 Conn Vintage One B flat trumpet
2020 Getzen 490 Bb
1962 Conn Victor 5A cornet |
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EricV Veteran Member
Joined: 28 Jul 2011 Posts: 227 Location: Australia
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Posted: Thu Oct 15, 2020 10:07 pm Post subject: |
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Mine arrived today and looks great, so much detail really looking forward to reading it
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GeorgeB Heavyweight Member
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Posted: Fri Oct 16, 2020 3:02 am Post subject: |
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EricV wrote: | Mine arrived today and looks great, so much detail really looking forward to reading it
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Good for you. I am 84 years old and my admiration for Harry James inspired me to to take up the trumpet in 1953, so a I am eagerly awaiting the arrival of this book because I can never get enough of my hero.
George _________________ GeorgeB
1960s King Super 20 Silversonic
2016 Manchester Brass Custom
1938-39 Olds Recording
1942 Buescher 400 Bb trumpet
1952 Selmer Paris 21 B
1999 Conn Vintage One B flat trumpet
2020 Getzen 490 Bb
1962 Conn Victor 5A cornet |
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GeorgeB Heavyweight Member
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Posted: Wed Oct 28, 2020 2:54 am Post subject: |
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Got the book the other day and found time yesterday to start reading it. I only had a half hour to spare but ended up taking more time than I had before leaving for band practice. The book is so interesting you can't put it down. This, without a doubt, is a book trumpet players will love. I just hung on to every one of Chuck Par-Due's written words. I'll be back reading it later today. _________________ GeorgeB
1960s King Super 20 Silversonic
2016 Manchester Brass Custom
1938-39 Olds Recording
1942 Buescher 400 Bb trumpet
1952 Selmer Paris 21 B
1999 Conn Vintage One B flat trumpet
2020 Getzen 490 Bb
1962 Conn Victor 5A cornet |
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