[.ca] Standing Ovation At Newport

Standing Ovation at Newport:
Standing Ovation at Newport is one of Mann's best albums. I was at the 1965 Newport Jazz Festival and it was phenomenal. All the greats were there and all had exceptional sessions. Herbie Mann took the stage to a crowd that was already 10 feet off the ground and expectant. The energy was electric. When Mann began to play every one could tell this would be like none other. His performance of Coming Home Baby was unbelievable. It was the first time that he used the technique of overblowing on this number which made the crowd wild. Mann caught up in this excitement turned in a performance of a lifetime. All of this can be felt in this very special album. Interestingly enough in a later interview Mann would admit that the overblowing occured because he was tired but because the crowd responded in such a positive way (we all went a little crazy) he continued throughout the whole number. Things like this only happen in a live setting. This is a must have album for Herbie Mann fans and non fans alike.

Standing Ovation At Newport:
I bought this album as a new release back in 1965. It was one of the first jazz albums I had. It really changed my direction of music for the playing is outstanding. One of Herbie Mann's best performances. Highly reccomended to any who loves jazz flute. A very high energy live session.

Jazz's Best Mann Wails At Newport:
From the standpoint of a devout Herbie Mann fan, I can honestly tell you that this is by far one of his best achievments. The energy created on the famous "Comin' Home Baby" is unlike anything I've ever heard. On this album he proves that great jazz can swing and be as infectious as any music that grooves. If you're looking for high energy, very listenable jazz, this recording is for you.

Good Live CD:
If you enjoyed Mann's "Live at the Village Gate", this would be an excellent choice. As with most jazz musicians, his brilliance shows with a live performance.

• Patato
• Stolen Moments
• Mushi Mushi
• Comin' Home Baby