The classic played by Dizzy himself, with the incomparable Milt “Bags” Jackson on vibes.

A late afternoon thunderstorm and Obamacare fatigue – perfect reasons to set aside blogging and view the beautiful Lena Horne singing her 1943 classic. Enjoy.

It’s a sunny and warm late afternoon here in Southern Europe…time for some classic Pat Metheny.

In the wake of “Ass-gate”, some gentle Brazilian jazz – specifically “Girl from Ipanema” – seems warranted.

Yes, I have the Astrud Gilberto/Joao Gilberto/Stan Getz recording from 1963 and it is the standard against which all others are measured. This version from Eliane Elias is simply beautiful.