This month, I picked a selection of tunes that gave me a feeling of confidence; confidence that is steadfast even when moving towards the unknown. Rather, assuredness may be a better term. Being assured that positivity is around the bend, even if momentarily it’s form may be abstract. The power of music lifts our spirits, strengthens our will, and accompanies us on our paths to the light. Let’s keep moving, y’all.

-bruce

Attila Zoller - The Birds and the Bees

Dexter Gordon - Naima

Chick Corea - Song of Wind

Terumasa Hino - Song for Bumiji

Mike Longo - Ocean of His Might

Woody Herman - Freedom Jazz Dance

Ossie Davis reciting, “Life is Fine” written by Langston Hughes

Johnny Hammond - Peace Train

Roy Haynes - Tangiers

Mary Lou Williams Trio - Pale Blue

Clifford Jordan Quartet - Powerful Paul Robeson

John Coltrane - Wise One