Hey Papa Gates!
I'm trying to expand my musical knowledge, skills, and taste, by listening, performing, and delving deep into jazz music. Knowing that you are a well renown jazz artist and fan, I was wondering if you could send me a list of not only the basic / essential jazz artists, bands, and records to get into. But also some of the more obscure and greatest jazz artists, bands and records. That would be strongly appreciated as I am very ambitious and eager to get into jazz music.
Thank you!
Cedric Callies