Hank Garland & Sugar Footers

Product Description:
Renowned Session Guitarist who Played on Many Hits by Patsy Cline, Elvis Presley, the Everly Brothers and Many More. In 1949, Hank Played on Red Foley's Sugarfoot Rag, and Suddenly the World Took Notice of this Incredible 18 Year-old Guitar Prodigy. He was Signed to Decca, and this Set Comprises his Decca Sides from 1949 to 1951 and his 1957 Chic Session. A 1961 Road Accident Left Hank Garland Unable to Play Cut Short One of the Most Promising Careers in Country Music. --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

Hank Garland & Sugar Footers,Hank Garland,Sugar Footers,Bear Family,Country,Pop

Average customer rating: jazz in new york not included Multiple Albums in this set Nothing upsets preconceived minds ...... ten stars Superfanatastical!!!

Move! The Guitar Artistry of Hank Garland Hank Garland Manufacturer: Sundazed Music Inc. ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music Nashville Sound | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Traditional Jazz General | Traditional Jazz & Ragtime | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Hank Garland & His Sugar Footers Corn Pickin' and Slick Slidin' Solo Guitar Country Pickin': The Don Rich Anthology Color Him Funky/H.R. Is a Dirty Guitar Player ASIN: B00005B7RS Release Date: 2001-11-13

Tracks:

1. All the Things You Are
2. Three-Four, The Blues
3. Move
4. Always
5. Riot-Chous
6. Relaxing
7. Call D. Law
8. It's Love, Of Course
9. Not for Me
10. (Tell Me) What Am I to Do?
11. You're Here Again
12. Pop Goes the Weasel

Tracks:

1. Autumn Leaves
2. Why Not?
3. Ed's Place
4. Scarlet Ribbons (For Her Hair)
5. Like Someone in Love
6. Ain't Nothing Wrong With That, Baby
7. Polka Dots and Moonbeams
8. Tammy
9. Secret Love
10. Greensleeves
11. Blame It on My Youth
12. Unless You're in Love
13. Just for Tonight
14. Close Your Eyes
15. Rainy Afternoon
16. Ed's Place [Early Version][#]
17. Polka Dots and Moonbeams [Early Version][#]
18. Some of These Days [#]
19. Secret Love [Early Version][#]

Customer Reviews:

jazz in new york not included.......2007-04-14

the jazz in new york lp was not included in my "move" cd...I wish it were..I only have a live version of Hank playing cherokee & would love to have his studio version. if anyone knows where I can obtain this, please inform me.

Multiple Albums in this set.......2006-06-18

I thought it would be worthwhile to tell Garland fans (count me in that group) that there are at least four albums involved in this set. "Unforgettable" and "Move" are two that are easy to follow (as far as track information is concerned). The following tracks are from two very obscure and totally out of print albums:

Jazz In New York (1979)
HG-1001-LPS

cherokee
secret love
like someone in love
it maight as well be spring
a foggy day in london town (213KB)
ed's place
blame it on my youth


Velvet Guitar - The Guitar Artistry of Hank Garland (1961)
Columbia HS 11028

secret love
scarlet ribbons
greensleeves
tammy
polka dots and moonbeams
autumn leaves (146KB)
like someone in love
ain't nothing wrong with that baby
ed's place
blame it on my youth

Note that not all of the tracks from these two albums are included on the CDs.

Nothing upsets preconceived minds .............2005-08-10

....like someone who successfully crosses over to another genre after he has been thoroughly pigeonholed by experts in a previous one. Such was Hank Garland, Nashville's busiest country guitar picker who, with little warning, made a superb jazz album in mid-career and seemed headed for jazz stardom until an auto accident left him unable to perform. As a jazz performer, Garland had a fertile melodic and harmonic imagination and a sound that had apparently honed to the gospel of tone and attack according to Charlie Christian - with some Les Paul mixed in and more than a touch of Bud Powell's influence as well. But even on his country records (check out Red Foley's sublime "Midnight" and "Hearts of Stone"), Garland's urbane jazz and blues sensibilities can be felt.

Cowpens is a rural suburb of Spartanburg, SC, and while growing up there, Garland absorbed country music from Arthur "Guitar Boogie" Smith and Mother Maybelle Carter on the radio, eventually switching from banjo to guitar. He joined the Grand Ole Opry at 15 in 1945, signed with Decca in 1949 as a solo artist, and appeared on innumerable Nashville recording sessions while jamming privately in local clubs. In July 1960, Garland came forward as a jazz musician, organizing a combo that was scheduled to play the Newport Jazz Festival but found itself on the sidelines after riots closed the festival.

The following year, Garland's jazz debut on record, Jazz Winds From a New Direction, astonished both jazz and country circles, and a follow-up album, The Unforgettable Guitar of Hank Garland, was issued. But in September 1961, a near fatal auto accident robbed Garland of a good deal of his coordination and memory.He eventually returned to playing, but never regained the renown of his early 60s heyday. Hank Garland passed away on December 27, 2004 at the age of 74.

ten stars.......2003-04-08

Garland was -not- a 'steel' guitarist, (as the editorial review states), but a great session guitarist. He played whatever was asked for on hundreds of hits, usually country or country-tinged pop and rock, but he was one of the greatest jazz guitarists that has ever lived. In spite of his amazing dexterity, he never let a riff take away from the music as a whole, and always had the most beautiful tone. The band, featuring the debut of then-teenaged Gary Burton on vibes, is perfect.

Superfanatastical!!!.......2003-03-14

The music is technically and melodically superb. The sound remaster is flawless. And this guy can realllly plaaaaay.

Average customer rating: a jazz giant An American master musician

Hank Garland & His Sugar Footers Hank Garland Manufacturer: Bear Family ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music Nashville Sound | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Move! The Guitar Artistry of Hank Garland Country Pickin': The Don Rich Anthology Corn Pickin' and Slick Slidin' Frettin' Fingers: The Lightning Guitar of Jimmy Bryant Live Wire! ASIN: B000001AXW Release Date: 1994-06-27

Tracks:

1. Sugarfoot Rag
2. The Third Man Theme
3. Flying Eagle Polka
4. Sugarfoot Boogie
5. Hillbilly Express
6. Seventh And Union
7. Lowdown Billy (Billy In The Lowground)
8. Sentimental Journey
9. Doll Dance
10. Baby Guitar
11. Hank's Dream
12. Red Foley: Sugarfoot Rag
13. E-String Rag
14. Guitar Shuffle
15. I'm Moving On
16. This Cold War With You
17. I'll Never Slip Around Again
18. Some Other World
19. It Is No Secret
20. I'm Crying

Album Details

Renowned Session Guitarist who Played on Many Hits by Patsy Cline, Elvis Presley, the Everly Brothers and Many More. In 1949, Hank Played on Red Foley's Sugarfoot Rag, and Suddenly the World Took Notice of this Incredible 18 Year-old Guitar Prodigy. He was Signed to Decca, and this Set Comprises his Decca Sides from 1949 to 1951 and his 1957 Chic Session. A 1961 Road Accident Left Hank Garland Unable to Play Cut Short One of the Most Promising Careers in Country Music.

Customer Reviews:

a jazz giant.......2003-03-03

Garland is not 'good at jazz for a country guy', he's jazz all the way, and one of the best,(actually, my favorite). Garland manages to play rings around most guitarists, and yet never show off or use any chops tricks.It's all musical, and with the most beautiful tone. This is earlier stuff than 'Move', less sophisticated,more country, less jazzy. You need both this and 'Move' to get an idea of the music Garland mastered.

An American master musician.......1999-04-29

Most folks have heard Hank's work without realizing it on countless pop country tunes as one of the three monster session guitarists of the 50's (Grady Martin and Chet Atkins being the other two) . A fine retrospective showcasing his astonishing flatpicking speed (Sugar Foot Rag, 7th and Union) as well as his fine jazz chops (E String Rag). Always tasteful, yet every bit the peer of speedpickers like Jimmy Bryant and Joe Maphis.

Average customer rating: a jazz giant An American master musician

Hank Garland & His Sugar Footers Hank Garland Manufacturer: Bear Family ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music Nashville Sound | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Traditional Jazz General | Traditional Jazz & Ragtime | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | Jazz | Indie Music | Stores | Music Jazz | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Move! The Guitar Artistry of Hank Garland Country Pickin': The Don Rich Anthology Corn Pickin' and Slick Slidin' Frettin' Fingers: The Lightning Guitar of Jimmy Bryant Live Wire! ASIN: B000026ULO Release Date: 1992-04-13

Tracks:

1. Sugarfoot Rag
2. The Third Man Theme
3. Flying Eagle Polka
4. Sugarfoot Boogie
5. Hillbilly Express
6. Seventh And Union
7. Lowdown Billy (Billy In The Lowground)
8. Sentimental Journey
9. Doll Dance
10. Baby Guitar
11. Hank's Dream
12. Red Foley: Sugarfoot Rag
13. E-String Rag
14. Guitar Shuffle
15. I'm Moving On
16. This Cold War With You
17. I'll Never Slip Around Again
18. Some Other World
19. It Is No Secret
20. I'm Crying

Album Details

Renowned Session Guitarist who Played on Many Hits by Patsy Cline, Elvis Presley, the Everly Brothers and Many More. In 1949, Hank Played on Red Foley's Sugarfoot Rag, and Suddenly the World Took Notice of this Incredible 18 Year-old Guitar Prodigy. He was Signed to Decca, and this Set Comprises his Decca Sides from 1949 to 1951 and his 1957 Chic Session. A 1961 Road Accident Left Hank Garland Unable to Play Cut Short One of the Most Promising Careers in Country Music.

Customer Reviews:

a jazz giant.......2003-03-03

Garland is not 'good at jazz for a country guy', he's jazz all the way, and one of the best,(actually, my favorite). Garland manages to play rings around most guitarists, and yet never show off or use any chops tricks.It's all musical, and with the most beautiful tone. This is earlier stuff than 'Move', less sophisticated,more country, less jazzy. You need both this and 'Move' to get an idea of the music Garland mastered.

An American master musician.......1999-04-29

Most folks have heard Hank's work without realizing it on countless pop country tunes as one of the three monster session guitarists of the 50's (Grady Martin and Chet Atkins being the other two) . A fine retrospective showcasing his astonishing flatpicking speed (Sugar Foot Rag, 7th and Union) as well as his fine jazz chops (E String Rag). Always tasteful, yet every bit the peer of speedpickers like Jimmy Bryant and Joe Maphis.

Average customer rating: Awe inspiring Pure Joy! Country Meets Jazz A Garland of Greats Country Meets Jazz

Jazz Winds from a New Direction Hank Garland Manufacturer: Col. Spec. Prod ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Nashville Sound | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Traditional Jazz General | Traditional Jazz & Ragtime | Jazz | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Jazz General | Jazz | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Jazz General | Jazz | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music ASIN: B000005D9A Release Date: 1995-04-28

Tracks:

1. All The Things You Are
2. Three-Four, The Blues
3. Move
4. Always
5. Riot-Chous
6. Relaxing

Customer Reviews:

Awe inspiring.......2006-12-07

Each time I listen to any of the songs on this album I am inspired to play guitar. Hank Garland is one of my favorite guitarists. His chords, phrasing, and improvisation are best of the best on this album and he was only around 30 years old when recorded.

Gary Burton was around 19 years old and nailed it. Unbelievable the way he could play then and especially now. Buy this work of art if/when you find it.

Pure Joy!.......2006-11-21

I have heard quite a few guitarists play "All the Things You Are." It is a beautiful song and has been interpreted so many ways. I was stunned when I heard this version - it has so much energy and pure joy - I will never grow tired of the melodic interplay between Garland and Burton. Maybe like a drive on a lovely country road, going ninety miles an hour! Makes me smile just thinking about it. All the album is wonderful, but that song, for me, just takes you away.

Country Meets Jazz.......2005-03-15

I love the old classic country guitar players. Chet Atkins, would have to be my favorite country guitar player of the 50's and 60's. You wouldn't think so, but back then, country and jazz had its ties.

Just listen to a Chet Atkins album. You will easily hear his group go into a swing, and Atkins will be swinging and improvising away. I don't think any of the country guitar players of the 50's and 60's admitted that they were playing with some jazz influence, but all the same, it sounded tremendous.

Hank Garland. Now he goes both ways. He can be a real great country guitar player, or a real down home jazz player. Or he can meet you in the middle, as he does on this wonderful release.

The album opens up with a warm version of All The Things You Are. Vibraphonist, Gary Burton takes the melody, while Hank backs him up. A nice blend. Hank takes the first solo, while Burton repetively plays the melody behind him. Burton then delivers a nice solo.

Three Four, The Blues, is the next piece. It is a beautifully done blues, swung in 3/4. Drummer Joe Morello, thanks to his experience in the Dave Brubeck group, leads the group here, improvising just as easily and just as soulfully as they would have done in a 4/4 situation.

Time for an allegro piece. Denzel Best's Move, is next. Note the way Joe Morello plays the melody on the drums behind Garland, and Burton. After a beautiful drum solo, they're back into the melody.

Next, is a piece to feature the bassist, Joe Benjamin. Always. Joe Benjamin takes the melody, while Garland comps in the background. Garland switches to acoustic for this piece to make for a subtle swinging little jazz piece. Perhaps, Garland's country influence has caught up to him in this piece.

Garland, was clearly an expert a taking songs in up tempo. Riot-chous, is a very fast swing. The album closes out with Relaxing. The title fits the piece perfectally.

Hank Garland, probaly one of the most underrated guitarists in jazz. He delivers a nice album here. It swings in every-which-way!

A Garland of Greats.......2005-01-25

Hank Garland recently departed this earth after a long, disabling illness. This sparkling, straightahead, swinging session made many of us take country musicians seriously--including Gary Burton, who would venture into fusion and country territory himself. Ironically he would practically disown this recording when I reminded him of it in the early '70's, though my hunch is that today he would view the session more favorably. Another highlight is the fresh, airy but propulsive sound of the Brubeck rhythm section--Joe Morello, drums, and Joe Benjamin, bass. When I asked the latter if he'd played with Gary after this session, he answered that he felt it would be presumptuous to reintroduce himself to a prodigy who had become a major jazz star. Joe himself qualifies for such a designation in my book--one of the most generous, unselfish, gracious and humble musicians I've ever met.

Country Meets Jazz.......2005-01-15

I love the old classic country guitar players. Chet Atkins, would have to be my favorite country guitar player of the 50's and 60's. You wouldn't think so, but back then, country and jazz had its ties.

Just listen to a Chet Atkins album. You will easily hear his group go into a swing, and Atkins will be swinging and improvising away. I don't think any of the country guitar players of the 50's and 60's admitted that they were playing with some jazz influence, but all the same, it sounded tremendous.

Hank Garland. Now he goes both ways. He can be a real great country guitar player, or a real down home jazz player. Or he can meet you in the middle, as he does on this wonderful release.

The album opens up with a warm version of All The Things You Are. Vibraphonist, Gary Burton takes the melody, while Hank backs him up. A nice blend. Hank takes the first solo, while Burton repetively plays the melody behind him. Burton then delivers a nice solo.

Three Four, The Blues, is the next piece. It is a beautifully done blues, swung in 3/4. Drummer Joe Morello, thanks to his experience in the Dave Brubeck group, leads the group here, improvising just as easily and just as soulfully as they would have done in a 4/4 situation.

Time for an allegro piece. Denzel Best's Move, is next. Note the way Joe Morello plays the melody on the drums behind Garland, and Burton. After a beautiful drum solo, they're back into the melody.

Next, is a piece to feature the bassist, Joe Benjamin. Always. Joe Benjamin takes the melody, while Garland comps in the background. Garland switches to acoustic for this piece to make for a subtle swinging little jazz piece. Perhaps, Garland's country influence has caught up to him in this piece.

Garland, was clearly an expert a taking songs in up tempo. Riot-chous, is a very fast swing. The album closes out with Relaxing. The title fits the piece perfectally.

Hank Garland, probaly one of the most underrated guitarists in jazz. He delivers a nice album here. It swings in every-which-way!

Average customer rating:

2-Disc Set - Jazz For A Rainy Afternoon Warren Vache, Red Garland, Carol Welsman, Hank Jones Charles Brown Manufacturer: Savoy Jazz ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000NOEAQ8

Product Description

Disc 1 - 10 Tracks l. Round Midnight - Charles Brown 2. Spring Can Really Hang You Up The Most - Houston Person and Ron Carter 3. Everything Must Change - David Newman 4. A Tribute to a Rose - Jimmy Ponder 5. Blue in Green - Wallace Roney 6. Talk of the Town - Houston Person 7. I Can't Get Started - Warren Vache 8. My Ideal - Sonny Criss 9. St. Louis Blues - Johnny Lytle 10. Imagination - Woody Shaw Disc 2 - 10 Tracks 1. Everything Happens To Me - Houston Person 2. A Child Is Born - Johnny Lytle 3. Please Send Me Someone To Love - David Newman 4. You Are Too Beautiful - Jimmy Ponder 5. Stormy Weather - Woody Shaw 6. You Better Go Now - Red Garland 7. Brother Can You Spare A Dime - Sonny Criss 8. Ruby My Dear - Hank Jones 9. 28 Rue Pigalle - Wallace Roney 10. The Man I Love - Carol Welsman

Average customer rating:

Hank Garland & His Sugar Footers Hank Garland Manufacturer: City Hall Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music ASIN: B000250K08 Release Date: 1992-08-28

Average customer rating: Awe inspiring Pure Joy! Country Meets Jazz A Garland of Greats Country Meets Jazz

Jazz Winds From a New Direction Hank Garland Manufacturer: Sony Music Special Products ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Nashville Sound | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music ASIN: B000002Y3D Release Date: 1992-07-21

Customer Reviews:

Awe inspiring.......2006-12-07

Each time I listen to any of the songs on this album I am inspired to play guitar. Hank Garland is one of my favorite guitarists. His chords, phrasing, and improvisation are best of the best on this album and he was only around 30 years old when recorded.

Gary Burton was around 19 years old and nailed it. Unbelievable the way he could play then and especially now. Buy this work of art if/when you find it.

Pure Joy!.......2006-11-21

I have heard quite a few guitarists play "All the Things You Are." It is a beautiful song and has been interpreted so many ways. I was stunned when I heard this version - it has so much energy and pure joy - I will never grow tired of the melodic interplay between Garland and Burton. Maybe like a drive on a lovely country road, going ninety miles an hour! Makes me smile just thinking about it. All the album is wonderful, but that song, for me, just takes you away.

Country Meets Jazz.......2005-03-15

I love the old classic country guitar players. Chet Atkins, would have to be my favorite country guitar player of the 50's and 60's. You wouldn't think so, but back then, country and jazz had its ties.

Just listen to a Chet Atkins album. You will easily hear his group go into a swing, and Atkins will be swinging and improvising away. I don't think any of the country guitar players of the 50's and 60's admitted that they were playing with some jazz influence, but all the same, it sounded tremendous.

Hank Garland. Now he goes both ways. He can be a real great country guitar player, or a real down home jazz player. Or he can meet you in the middle, as he does on this wonderful release.

The album opens up with a warm version of All The Things You Are. Vibraphonist, Gary Burton takes the melody, while Hank backs him up. A nice blend. Hank takes the first solo, while Burton repetively plays the melody behind him. Burton then delivers a nice solo.

Three Four, The Blues, is the next piece. It is a beautifully done blues, swung in 3/4. Drummer Joe Morello, thanks to his experience in the Dave Brubeck group, leads the group here, improvising just as easily and just as soulfully as they would have done in a 4/4 situation.

Time for an allegro piece. Denzel Best's Move, is next. Note the way Joe Morello plays the melody on the drums behind Garland, and Burton. After a beautiful drum solo, they're back into the melody.

Next, is a piece to feature the bassist, Joe Benjamin. Always. Joe Benjamin takes the melody, while Garland comps in the background. Garland switches to acoustic for this piece to make for a subtle swinging little jazz piece. Perhaps, Garland's country influence has caught up to him in this piece.

Garland, was clearly an expert a taking songs in up tempo. Riot-chous, is a very fast swing. The album closes out with Relaxing. The title fits the piece perfectally.

Hank Garland, probaly one of the most underrated guitarists in jazz. He delivers a nice album here. It swings in every-which-way!

A Garland of Greats.......2005-01-25

Hank Garland recently departed this earth after a long, disabling illness. This sparkling, straightahead, swinging session made many of us take country musicians seriously--including Gary Burton, who would venture into fusion and country territory himself. Ironically he would practically disown this recording when I reminded him of it in the early '70's, though my hunch is that today he would view the session more favorably. Another highlight is the fresh, airy but propulsive sound of the Brubeck rhythm section--Joe Morello, drums, and Joe Benjamin, bass. When I asked the latter if he'd played with Gary after this session, he answered that he felt it would be presumptuous to reintroduce himself to a prodigy who had become a major jazz star. Joe himself qualifies for such a designation in my book--one of the most generous, unselfish, gracious and humble musicians I've ever met.

Country Meets Jazz.......2005-01-15

I love the old classic country guitar players. Chet Atkins, would have to be my favorite country guitar player of the 50's and 60's. You wouldn't think so, but back then, country and jazz had its ties.

Just listen to a Chet Atkins album. You will easily hear his group go into a swing, and Atkins will be swinging and improvising away. I don't think any of the country guitar players of the 50's and 60's admitted that they were playing with some jazz influence, but all the same, it sounded tremendous.

Hank Garland. Now he goes both ways. He can be a real great country guitar player, or a real down home jazz player. Or he can meet you in the middle, as he does on this wonderful release.

The album opens up with a warm version of All The Things You Are. Vibraphonist, Gary Burton takes the melody, while Hank backs him up. A nice blend. Hank takes the first solo, while Burton repetively plays the melody behind him. Burton then delivers a nice solo.

Three Four, The Blues, is the next piece. It is a beautifully done blues, swung in 3/4. Drummer Joe Morello, thanks to his experience in the Dave Brubeck group, leads the group here, improvising just as easily and just as soulfully as they would have done in a 4/4 situation.

Time for an allegro piece. Denzel Best's Move, is next. Note the way Joe Morello plays the melody on the drums behind Garland, and Burton. After a beautiful drum solo, they're back into the melody.

Next, is a piece to feature the bassist, Joe Benjamin. Always. Joe Benjamin takes the melody, while Garland comps in the background. Garland switches to acoustic for this piece to make for a subtle swinging little jazz piece. Perhaps, Garland's country influence has caught up to him in this piece.

Garland, was clearly an expert a taking songs in up tempo. Riot-chous, is a very fast swing. The album closes out with Relaxing. The title fits the piece perfectally.

Hank Garland, probaly one of the most underrated guitarists in jazz. He delivers a nice album here. It swings in every-which-way!

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