Cal tjader - nica's dream

[jazzysclassicjazz]

Added to Cal Tjader playlist :)

[eatjader]

Hey Zenbooter,

Thanks for the sincere words. You made my night! From Swedish origin, my dad would have loved your "light of the Latino". Thanks.

Elizabeth Tjader

[jorgesantori1]

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[HuNtSmAnD]

Esto me hace pensar en el amor a la vida!

[mbnarv]

In answer to the question asked by waziojan: the place that you were thinking about was not called "tjaders", rather it was popularly known as "El Matador" on Columbus Street.

[Diogenes1360]

The wise see knowledge and action as one: They see truly, take either path, and tread it to the end: The end is the same. There the followers of action, meet the seekers after knowledge, in equal freedom.

[1019drummer]

Pure Cal,thanks for posting.

[SweetHeatLatinJazz]

Oh yes We love Cal! He is a giant in the realm of Mongo and Cachao for making and advancing Latin Jazz and the entire Jazz genre.  Many of the best of the best consider him one of their favorites! He deserves more recognition.

[MultiKZB]

On Monday I am sharing some of this superb "cool" west coast jazz of my day with my students at San Diego City College. It is not a music class, but music bridges any generational gap and I know that we will all find common ground. Thank you for posting!

[PanAmRhythmMan]

This years grammys are not incl. catagory for Latin Jazz ! Such BS of comercialization over the cultural art of music of the Americas ! Latin Jazz is a unique American Art form !

[hamidluke]

GREAT ARTIST , LOVED HIM WITH WILLIE, MONGO,AL, AND LONNIE, HAVE JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING HE DID ON VINYL.

[eatjader]

I don't know how I missed most of these wonderful posts but thank you to everyone for sharing. I should say thanks on behalf of my dad. There are times I wonder if people still listen to his music and just scrolling through here is proof he still has fans. Right on! I don't think there could be anything more sorrowful for an artist than to think people no longer appreciated your art. He'd be so happy to read all these generous posts. Incidentally, the club on Broadway was called the El Matador.

[zenbooter]

@eatjader- the light of the Latino will never die, it thrives,it thrives

[canf95]

is nica mean nice?

[waziojan]

Back around 1972, I used to rehearse with a band in the old Fantasy recording Studio in San Francisco. There were Cal Tjader albums everywhere! I'd always see his name listed in front of a certain club on Broadway. I was a bit too young to go into bars at the time and I didn't know who he was yet. I was curious and eventually I bought one of his albums, then another, and so on. I place Cal's music on the top of my list for great music, great compositions, great beauty and great energy!

[jvanslambrook]

@waziojan I lived in San Jose in 1972 and used to go see Cal whenever I went to Frisco. I think the club was called "Tjaders", right in the midst of the strip clubs, and you could sit right in front of him and watch the master at work. He was so smooth! I am a vibes player and Cal was my major influence...you can hear his style in my playing today.

[kidfromstatenisland]

Was a fan of his in the '60s, and I still am.

Now that's loyalty!

His music feeds the soul.

[skynyrdfan56]

@kidfromstatenisland I agree with your comment 100 %. Let`s share these nice sounds for all times. I am with you wherever you are. Stay loyal to the music. I understand your thoughts for sure. Take care, music lover.

[grotonhomie]

I think think this song was meant to be played on vibes

[july1656]

I have always been a FAN of the LEGENDARY MR. CAL TJADER! I first heard his music as a child back in the late 1950's and NEVER, EVER, FORGOT HIS INCREDIBLE MUSICALITY, ORIGINALITY, NOR HIS IMMENSE TALENT! QUE VIVA LA MUSICA DEL MAESTRO, EL SENOR, CAL TJADER! His talent and music continue to influence so many of his followers today! GOD BLESS YOU CAL! WITH MUCH LOVE AND APPRECIATION ALWAYS, july1656

[july1656]

I have always been a FAN of the LEGENDARY MR. CAL TJADER! I first heard his music as a child back in the late 1950's and NEVER, EVER, FORGOT HIS INCREDIBLE MUSICALITY, ORIGINALITY, NOR HIS IMMENSE TALENT! QUE VIVA LA MUSICA DEL MAESTRO, EL SENOR, CAL TJADER! His talent and music continue to influence so many of his followers today! GOD BLESS YOU CAL!

[LSDpeasantry]

absolutely beautiful.

[Tattoogem]

olha o ritmo brasileiro na area!

very nice brazilian rhythm!

[cybersalad]

I think a lot of people (myself included) discovered Cal because he's been sampled on some fairly legendary hip-hop tracks. This one is very nice! I dig Cal!

[tbernez]

I was first introduced to Cal Tjader's music back in the mid-'60's when I was only 9 or 10. One of brothers and I used to sneak into my oldest brother's '59 Chevy Impala and listen to his Cal Tjader 8-tracks all afternoon, draining his car battery in the process. I've loved his music ever since: its timeless, melodic, soulful, and will forever remind me of so many carefree, youthful days growing up in L.A.

[2020visionThe]

Cal had great taste, He never abused the instrument compared to a lot of other players. The vibes are tough to get your own sound and he surly succeeded.

[CantaBossa]

So lovely~ I've been enjoying this one song ALL day at work! :-)

[alashachillsound]

fantastic ! 10 *****

[911jesse]

only recently I was introduced to Cal Tjader and I will always be a fan of his stuff!

[maidoodesu]

好いですね、有難う。

[incanu7]

I wish this song was longer. I find myself playing it over and over again, it's so mesmerising and relaxing.

[camicakes1]

Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers have a long version!

[kimfishtack]

I have loved your dad's music ever since I was first introduced to his great sounds when I was listening to a radio show in Los Angeles during the 1960's . I first saw your dad at the Lighthouse in Hermosa Beach, California in 1967 and saw him many times during the following years. I also by pure chance had the good fortune to be at the Lighthouse when your dad recorded "Plugs In" at the Lighthouse. What an incredible experience that I will never forget.

Thanks you for an incredible sounds.

[Mrtriumphchopper]

Your Dad couldn't take a wrong step! I'm without an iota of a doubt he gave everything he did his all. I regret I was never able to have the singular thrill of seeing him in concert. There are good,even great, Latin musicians out there today,but none could even kiss the hem of his garment. He was, and will always remain, THE MAN.RIP.

[monte04883]

Attention: Elizabeth Tjader

I am just a music teacher/musician down here in Miami and I am a total fan of your father's work. They still have not given him enough credit for being a Latin jazz pioneer in this country.

I have been searching all over for a fine video of your father and his group playing in some kind of live performance preferably so that I can show the students in my Jazz Music Appreciation classes down here in Miami. I loved all your father's groups (especially the last two)

[wreck173]

daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn!!!!!!!!­!! music

[rickiartist]

I first turned on to cal in my teens in the 50's and fell in love with his music. Must have every record he made. Was fortunate to live in the SF bay area and saw him many times in person at the Blackhawk nightclub and many years later in Marin. Such a treat! His music spoke and still speaks to my soul. They had a fab tribute to him in SF with all the musicians that used to play with him. Was truly a great night.

[deb6sbcglobal]

@rickiartist He played a free concert in Pleasanton way back in the early 70's. A contractor had just opened up an new tract of homes and put on a show to celebrate. It was a Sunday - Cal listened to the 49'ers game between sets. He was a delightful performer. He also performed at the Stanford Shopping Center on a jazz night show.

[rickiartist]

@deb6sbcglobal How lucky we were to be able to see him in person. I can just see him listening to the ball game between sets. That's a nice memory. I loved all his groups and music, but particularly his Latin Jazz. You could really tell they loved what they were doing.

[GARY47JAZZ]

i've been listening to cal since i first heard

his soul sauce album--about 40 years

ago---his music is beautiful, haunting

and fresh--i wish i could have seen him play--his music is timeless

[EpiScintilate]

Thanks, for posting.

That sound is just mesmerizing.

[jorgesantori]

ui!!!!!!

[southjerseysfinest]

this man was and still is a great.love all his work.

[tigerjonn]

hahaha tat was yummy..

[thejackieO1966]

Cal was too cool for school... love that sound!

[bullybrown]

He won't be played on "smooth" stations because he is the real deal, you dick.

[tmmmviii]

I have just started listening to him and each of the four songs I have played sound so nice.

He is never played on smooth jazz stations even though he is so smooth - and soothing.

[Renagade70]

Smooove version

[stella10026]

smooth....precious to my senses....!!!

[miguelhoubaert]

thank you very much, just what i needed; a holiday!

[Trumpetplayer60076]

Nica's Dream is written by the great Horace Silver. Written for Nica de Koenigswarter, a well to do jazz patron. She was very close with Thelonious Monk, Bird and many others. Although in ill health, Horace Silver remains a marvelous writer, composer and player.

[cerrobijagua]

I have heard this piece decades and in several versions in salsa, jazz, etc.. With much pleasure.

Where it comes from the name of Nica's dreams?

Which means Nica's dreams?

[EMCEMITCH]

king of latin jazz vibes

[Questbx1]

wow cal iz soulful and relaxing 2 listen 2.I was in a bar on houston st n y c called zinc 10 years ago when i really caught cal'S work i was a LIttle buzzed and the barter put on sol sauce i ran out and started buying his work ever since. who would know i knew his work all along thanx to a trbe called quest and other artist using his work and making me search 4 the cd s not the vynl

[eotalora7]

Tremenda versión de Nica´s dream, Cal Tjader siempre demostró su gran talento por medio del vibes; acompañado de grandes de las música como lo es Eddie Palmieri. Importante darle un merecido reconocimiento por su aporte a la música, en donde aquellas interpretaciones no mueren a pesar de los años.

[edgarvete]

no solo de eddie, también de charlie en el album primo, ray barreto también estuvo con él en los 70s

[dizzlekaren]

This guy is amazin o mannn

[DunhillHilton]

Magnificent !

[holdemjoe]

In other words,what record is this version of nica's dream from? It's not noted...

[Toppercat]

I believe it is from "Cal Tjader Plugs In" on the Skye label...

[porkpiepaul]

Correct, Cal Tjader Plugs in Live at the Lighthouse in Hermosa Beach.  My grandfather was there.

[jorgesantori]

Em qual disco Cal Tjader gravou esta música?

[tansabroso]

VIVA EL MAESTRO CAL TJADER, FOR EVER!

[eatjader]

I listen to these cuts and I can see my father so clearly. Am so sad I came to appreciate his talent and courage so late.

So much of who he was as a person can be heard in his choice of notes, his phrasing and harmonies, his melodies. He was a great man both as a musician and father.

Elizabeth Tjader

[retrorex]

I couldn't possibly imagine what it would be like to have a dad as utterly cool as Cal Tjader! I have about 25 of his albums and his playing never fails to lift me up when I'm down. I just feel good all over when I listen to him, 'cause he played with such FEELING! Anybody who plays beautifully like that must have been a super guy, too. You're very lucky, Elizabeth. --Florida Dan

[eatjader]

Florida Dan,

Wow, thank you for your generous comment. I will never tire of hearing when someone loved my father's music. I sincerely appreciate your comment.

And yes, he was a super, sensitive, kind, funny man who when I listen to his music can hear him speak. Wish I could talk to him again. He has become one of my heroes.

Thank you very much for your kindness and support of him.

Elizabeth Tjader

[miranda62689]

your father's music was and simply still the very best in jazz. i just can't stop buying his music. its the most soothing music to listen to. like florida dan, you're very lucky, Elizabeth.

saludos!

[eatjader]

I always like to say thank you to anyone who takes the time to tell me their feelings. Thank you. I know how happy my dad would be to hear many still love his music. You know, when you love something and work passionately at making it yours, the best recognition or thank you in the world isn't money or fame, it's in notes like yours. Knowing you touched someone is incomparable. My dad would be thrilled. Thank you very much for your kindness. Where are you? Saludos back:)

Elizabeth Tjader

[kokonutz32]

elizabeth.. I saw your dad many times in the Blackhawk, sometimes with dave brubeck.. and I have a lot of his old records. he gave so much pleasure to sll of us.

be well!

[eatjader]

Kokonutz32 (wish I knew your real name).

Thank you most sincerely, as I write to all in here who have been most kind and offered great generosity of heart in writing to me. I remember the Blackhawk as a young girl being forced to sit behind a screen. Funny. I even have an old ticket stub from the Blackhawk. (my brother might have it actually). The good old days. Those were exciting times. I wish we had the passion, creativity and celebration of jazz now we had back then.

Thank you! Elizabeth

[kokonutz32]

that ticket stub is an artifact!! preserve it well.hope you read doug ramsey's piece in "Rifftides", his great jazz etc blog about the blackhawk.

[ileamar]

I know you've heard this many times but here goes: Your dad is a GENIUS! I ran into his work by accident. When I was a kid, I remember my dad listening to a lot of Joe Cuba and Tito Puente. The vibes' sound was something that stuck to me ever since. One day I got a Caribbean Jazz Project CD and a buddy of mine said: "If you like that stuff you're listening to now, wait 'til you listen to this guy." Next day, I was listening to "Ritmos Calientes"... The rest is history...

[ileamar]

Your dad's music will live on!...

[eatjader]

I hope you hear this with the most sincere appreciation and gratitude: thank you. Thank you for taking the time to tell how you became a fan.

It probably seems terribly pretentious to agree with you, but how can I not? I also loved my dad's playing. I'm older now and appreciate his commitment and passion with so much more clarity. I can still see his eyebrows raise on melodies and his mouth keeping time with the rhythms.

Thank you very much. I mean it.

Elizabeth Tjader

[jvanslambrook]

@eatjader Just thought you might like this story. Cal's recording of "What Are You Doing The rest Of Your Life" turned out to be prophetic for me...I played it on my vibes accompanied by Cal's album for the beauiful girl I had just met in Sept 73. We married in Feb 74 and will be "...for the rest of our life!" It has always been "our song" and it brings tears to our eyes whenever we hear it or I play it on the vibes.

[DZMPLZ]

Waw,..I would like you to know , he is the greatest ,.I came across a song in interlude of a hiphop album,..and I was curious to know who made that beautiful music. I just could not stop listening to him there after, ..just amazing! ,..thank you!

[eatjader]

Dear DZMPLZ,

At the risk of sounding repetitive, thank you. As I've expressed to all who have contacted me, thank you most genuinely. I imagine my dad hearing these great testimonials and feeling he did do his job afterall. He's touched many of you. That is priceless to any artist.

The fact you've taken the time to write me remains appreciated by both my brother and me. Thank you most sincerely!

Elizabeth Tjader

[Wilmeror]

it´s refrescante to listen to this beautiful melodia, which is a standard one of the jazz. But if we added to him that the universal of the music pronounces when post it a young person of Japan. Thousand thanks, Excelent...

[btinsley1]

Excellent taste in music deepin93. Thank you for a lovely contribution...

[alecruiz01]

COOOOOOL Thanks deepin93............greatings from Mex......

[micr0cosm]

Very cool post...love it:)

[ricasalaz31]

Cal Tjader and his beautiful VIBES, a genius of all kind of music, as jazz, blues, latin jazz, bossa nova, samba, etc. His music will never die. His music was well advanced to the time when he was playing, and still sounds great and very modern. rsalazar

[jorgesantori]

Ui!!!

[deepin93]

Obrigado por comentário！

[persevere4]

@deepin93 - I could be wrong but this could be a tribute to “The Baroness” the patron saint of Monk. Nica De Rothschild (pardon the spelling) she was loved by all jazz musicians and numerous jazz compositions where written in her memory. I heard she wrote her will that her remains be cremated and scattered at “Midnight” in a river in New York. Wonderfully strange but true, a great patron of American Jazz.

[jorgesantori]

Maravilha!!!Genial!!!UI!!!