Point of Reference

Garry Giddin, a fellow bloger, who also has an interest for that old sound from the record, has posted a most original article. The article, "Brand New Old Music" is a interesting perspective on the old time music. Many would have you believe that old music is dead, but in fact is very much alive. However, first, I will give you some background on this music called Jazz. Jazz first arose in the early 20th century in the deep south, around African communities, most notably, New Orleans, in Louisiana. Difficult to define, it takes many forms, and is famous for its

impovision when played. From blues, to Ragtime,  it has evolved considerably since 1910, such as serving as a basis for "big band" songs. Jazz is actually in many forms of popular modern music, but is so diverse and improvised that it has just gotten off the beaten path, and is still evolving. Garrys blog, "JazzTimes" gives a descriptive mix of a narrative and analysis of the sudden new music, and bangs that he has found to play "Old Time Music". This new old music, comes from hard working Jazz musicians from all over the United States, aspiring to the legends who had made such great pieces in the past. Garry makes a comparison of "traveling back in time with H.G wells", as it brings him back to the days of Jazz.

Link: http://jazztimes.com/articles/16280-brand-new-old-music