I HAD NEVER HEARD OF AHMAD JAMAL, BUT ABOUT 45 YEARS AGO, I WALKED INTO A STORE THAT WAS PLAYING HIS MUSIC AND I STARTED DANCING RIGHT ON THE SPOT WHERE I WAS STANDING. IT WAS THIS VERY SONG THAT WAS PLAYING. I IMMEDIATELY BOUGHT THE ALBUM AND HAVE BEEN GROVIN' EVER SINCE. HIS MUSIC IS SO WELL KNOWN AND SO DIFFERENT THAN ANY OTHER PIANO PLAYER. ALL OF HIS GROUP ARE SUPERB MUSCIANS. THANK YOU FOR HAVING THIS ON RUclips! MAY AHMAD HAVE MANY MORE BIRTHDAYS SO HE CAN PLAY MORE MUSIC. TODAY IS MY BIRTHDAY AND I AM DANCING LIKE IT WAS 45 YEARS AGO! . . .SYLVIA!
In Dec 1969, as a 20yr old bassist under contract to his company AJP Records, at The Record Plant studio in NYC, I had the privilege of sitting on a piano bench next to Ahmad and, at my request, listening to and watching him play this song. (He had the longest fingers I had ever seen! :-) What a thrill!! He was a kind and gentle person. RIP, boss.
Judy here, have listened to jazz, classical, r&b, etc. Since I was twelve listening to my brothers dizzy Gillespie, Coleman Hawkins, John Coltrane, Johnny Hartmann, so, so many concerts. When l was about 22 I met Billy eckstein at a small venue. Beautiful grey eyes. I regress. I'm 71 and still groovin. So glad im still loving it all. Thank u for making sure classics are readily available for all. Pass your love of music on....
Whenever I feel a little bit down and out I listen to this, it has a magic influence, and I understand that life also has its great moments. Thanks för that lifelong lesson, Ahmad Jamal.
I listen to this evocative piece of jazz perfection almost every day, but today it seems even more poignant than ever. I just learned of the passing of this jazz master, who I had the privilege of seeing perform live at City Hall during the Toronto Jazz Festival of 2007. Rest in peace and power, Mr. Ahmad Jamal.
Sixty years ago I heard Poinciana at a local Chicago station. Ahmed Jamal played at the Pershing Hotel at 39th and Federal, not far from the high school I attended. I was mesmerized by this song, and have heard it 10,000 times. Notice the interaction of the musicians. This is harmony.
I listen to this approx once weekly, to keep my spirit alive. Thanks to these guys, I'm able to overcome boredom & depression, as I'm getting old & only 10 years younger than Ahmad.
Well then get back to a keyboard or find a piano and do some simple stuff that I bet you can do. Anything on a piano is beautiful bro! Get down there right now!
Ed, I'm 84 and lots of physical things wrong. But, I have LOTS of wonderful memories and also--I have YOU TUBE. This grants me loads and loads of musical wonders, like this one. Lots of them help restore those precious memories for me. Think of the GOOD THINGS in your life and actively throw away the negative ones. Be happy with what you have and don't continue pondering the things you don't have. God made a great place for us to enjoy. Go and enjoy !!
Me too. At 71 now, I clearly remember my very first sound of a music with that piano, hard and good percussion, that tempo that drove me crazy, those pauses throughout, etc.,.etc.
@Frank Steinhardt: Thank you for reminding us of the birthday of this genius, virtuoso pianist and composer. Vielen Dank, dass Sie uns an den Geburtstag dieses genialen, virtuosen Pianisten und Komponisten erinnert haben.
When I was in college in 1961 we’d sit around In a group & groove out to Ahmad with a few avijazz enthusiasts. He’s 90 & I’m 80....Best of the old folks still at it , my friend. Mikey Weichel ,
I was born 4 decades after this man and just recently discovered his extraordinary music. I'm mesmerized beyond measure. The best jazz arrangements I've ever heard! Where have I been??!!
He is was (is) such a brilliant man, 🎶 lovely person with liters of charisma. Saw him numerous times and his timing 🎹 was exemplary. 🎶 'Poinciana' in Paris is superbe Love him ♥
…I first saw Reginald Veal and Herlin Riley (drums) way back in ‘93 with The Wynton Marsalis Septet. Remarkable how much they have matured musically. What an absolute treat. Chapeau!
No matter how many times Jamal plays this signature tune, there is always something fresh and different. Badrena's percussion certainly adds another wonderful layer of sound and texture to this particular performance.
R.I.P Maestro. I listened to your older albums all day long. In fact I do that frequently. But today’s one was special, I have never been able to see you live, how it is great to have your recordings beside me.
My favorite jazz pianist of all times and the rhythm section is so badass!! Bass player is killing it but drummer and percussionist are too. They are so happy! This is just pure joy!
I have listened to many recordings of Poinciana by Ahmad Jamal, but this one is my absolute favorite. There is not a day that goes by without me listening to it. At work, my feet are pumping under my desk and the melody is in my head most of the time.
I have a fan since a teenager when he began his career. His sound is always fresh, innovative...a master on those keys!! I really like this base player on this rendition. The other artists are absolutely perfect!!!!! Thanks so much for this post!
If this music doesn't put a smile on your face and a bounce in your step, check your pulse because you may just be dead. Thank you for the music, Ahmad Jahmal, and Rest In Peace.
Thank you for that information. Reginald Veal has developed into a fantastic bass player, from bass trombone, dont you think? And 1984 is a long time ago. We all have our memories. Thank you for sharing your memory with us.
I've been playing music for 53 of my 57 years. Ask a musician to pick a "favorite song." You may get a list a mile long. This piece is on my top 3. It moves me from one space, through many spaces and into another space, better than the first. Transcendent! Sublime!
I didn't know he passed. My husband bought my first vinyl albums with an elegant hard cover in the 1950's, he was one of a kind. I love jazz musicians all my life.
Dynamic Player! When my daughter, Ali, was 8 years old, I was working in NYC and I took her with me to the jazz supper club to listen to him and band. They seated us up front and the drummer asked a couple of times..."is this music too loud for her"...so sweet of him. People afterwards came up to me and said "what a great ideal to introduce your child to music this way.
Several years ago, in New Haven, in front of Au Bon Pain, i heard an old man blasting this out of his 70- something Monte Carlo. Had a decked out system, and he was using it right. Brought a big big smile to my face. Gave him a thumb and we went on our ways. Was one of those moments that will stick w me a very long time. 💪
Oh I think I've watched this at least a thousand times by now. I love the expressions on everybody's face especially the percussionist playing the mirimbas it's priceless. They all look like they're having so much fun it makes me smile
This right here, did you hear me? This right here is truly a phenomenal sound!!! Smooth, cool, sexy and relaxing!!! All of these musicians are GREAT!!!
RIP, Mr. Jamal, you were an early part of my introduction to acoustic jazz, remember seeing him at Blues Alley in the Mid to late 80s. Tried again to see him at Arlington VAs Rosslyn jazz fest in the early 2000s, and dragged my wife and then young children to Rosslyn on a beautiful September day, they tolerated it the best they could!
I remember the first time hearing this song, I was 15 in 1975 it was on Quency Jones LP, but this was on 8 Track back then I think it was on the Body Heat 8 Track tape then it's been almost 50 years for me. I haven't forgotten this tune it's deep and the music is awesome, I started dating the young lady I would end up marrying in 1979 July 10th that is also our Wedding Anniversary date. 👍🏾
My father took me with him to a record store in 1958 to buy the album Ahmad Jamal At the Pershing. I was just four years old then and I inherited his album. What a treasure!
Ahmad Jamal and this combo "own" this groove and they know it!! Just witness their enjoyment as they weave and maneuver through this masterpiece. RUclips should get rid of that pesky thumbs down button. It'll only encourage the wrong and hateful viewers and wusses who don't have the sense just to simply move on and go elsewhere to find something a lot more credible to hate than to mess things up for those who are really enjoying this.
1mespud, I couldn't agree more. I love thousands of jazz themes, I love a great number of jazz pianists but Poinciana by Jamal is a gem. this sound is quite a sensual experience to me. I love it, I need to listen to it from time to time like, bad. as for the button you're so right! I can't understand what drives someone to express themselves where they're not wanted or taken seriously... stupidity?
Everybody has a right to express their opinion on an open forum. Not necessary it should tally with yours or mine. A thumbs down does not translate into hate but merely indicates displeasure - either with the music or recording... how is a negative view affecting your enjoyment of this music. Or do you only enjoy music which has 100% approval of all and sundry? Strange and unreasonable comment indicating no respect for other people's views and choices. The best!
I am 84 and am in radio broadcasting and thinking of giving it all up.....until i hear this....Ahmad and i played at Birdland on “open Mic” sessions way back in the 50s.Miles always said he was influenced by Ahmad’s approach to music...also Keith Jarrett was influence!!! God how time flies!!!...I still remember some of those halcyon days!!!
I'm going to say again. In 1963 when I was a kid when I first heard this tune, this music, It was hypnotic to me. This tune is always in my mind. Dean Seattle
may ,,, allah rest the highset place ,, jenna ferdues ,, our brother musian ,, producer ,, composer ,, activiset ahmed jamal he will be in historey and in our soul for ever ,, allah yerhamake ,, allah yerhammmake ,,
I used to play this piece almost daily, holding my Maltese in my arms and dancing around my apartment. My Maltese loved it and so did I. Now my little one is gone, and I’m too old and unsteady to dance, but I still listen to this and love it.
What a lovely memory that you shared. Next to our wonderful and loyal and loving dogs, isn't jazz the BEST!!! PLEASE dance again, but with someone you love to help to steady you!!! Good health and the best to you, Janet.
I first heard Ahmad play this in 58. It was on an Argo LP and played by Sid McCoy on WCFL radio. Sid had a jazz show from 11 to 2am daily. I lived in Chicago and listened every night. This tune and rendition immediately struck lightening.
"This is your boy Sid McCoy." I was 19 years old in 1959 and in the Air Force at Westover AFB in Massachusetts. In the wee hours of the morning we could pick up Sid McCoy's show all the way up there. Your comments brought back a flood of memories.
@@millardallgood6418 I faithfully listened to Sid from 56 to 62. Was introduced to so many jazz greats. Loved the background music of Stan Getz and Johnny Smith playing “Moonlight in Vermont.” WCFL 1000 on the AM dial, Chicago.
After years I have begun to reacquaint myself with jazz... remembering it's beauty to the ears and it's ability to touch one's soul. Thank you to all it's artist... Miles, Coltrane,Mangione,Prysock and more...live on !!!
OMG to hear this live after all these years! It nearly brings tears to the eyes and a jolt to my soul! Thanks for posting! Where has all this good gone?
I got hooked on Ahmad Jamal in 1962. When my friends were groovin on Chuck Berry I would sneak in Poincienna and they would laugh and say" more Augie Malted music?" - they got to love it too. But I lost touch and was delighted to see he is the same great talent - nearly 60 years of beautiful music.
This is my go to start my day song, the bass and drum players are in that pocket so tight it's like one person playing three instruments! Its. A beautiful thing.
Happy Heavenly Birthday Mom!! Happy memories of hearing your LP's while you were doing housework!! Poinciana became of my favorites...60 yrs later I still appreciate this phenomenal musician and this music ❤❤😊🎉
That was a great time to be a live in the city. Five Spot, Vanguard, The Gate. Miles, Monk, Mingus, Dizzy. All magical, great audiences and every tune a trip. I love RUclips! haha
Like I said before, Ahmad Jamal with this tune turned my life around at my age of 12 years old in 1961. From our deaf parents who never knew music, my older sister bought the Ahmad Jamal Live Album at the Pershing Hotel in NY 1959 album with the iconic Poinciana tune. We played it on the old record player. I was instantly hooked on this sound. This new music to me of which I had never known so I was instantly hooked with a 12 year old hypnotic self-induced addiction to something new after Grandma told me to walk down the street to take the Saturday morning piano lessons from the lady. Yes, I'm playing piano again with all the sexy arpeggios. Not bad but others say I should put a vase on the local public piano's they have everywhere here, haha. I was able to see Ahmad Jamal a number of times not too many years ago at Jazz Alley in Seattle. Dean Jackson Seattle
I have the original LP with this track which I listened to in a site hut back in 1964. I still love listening to it as well as the versions on RUclips.
I 1st heard the album when I was 10yrs. old in the late 50's, played by my oldest brother Morris Sanders. He's not with us, but I still love the artist and the great music. Thurmond Michael Sanders
PEACE OUT 2 1 of the BEST INFLUENTIAL so-called jazz artists of ALL-TIME. Bro. Jamal, WE THANK U ! WE WILL MISS U ! ! WE'LL NEVER 4GET U ! ! ! WE LOVE U ! ! ! ! ✊🏿
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rest in peace to one of the most important and soulful figures in all of jazz 🕊
Rest well🙏🏾♥️
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Off to light up a different stage, play for the angels
Still listening to this gem in 2024. RIP dear Ahmad Jamal.❤
I HAD NEVER HEARD OF AHMAD JAMAL, BUT ABOUT 45 YEARS AGO, I WALKED INTO A STORE THAT WAS PLAYING HIS MUSIC AND I STARTED DANCING RIGHT ON THE SPOT WHERE I WAS STANDING. IT WAS THIS VERY SONG THAT WAS PLAYING. I IMMEDIATELY BOUGHT THE ALBUM AND HAVE BEEN GROVIN' EVER SINCE. HIS MUSIC IS SO WELL KNOWN AND SO DIFFERENT THAN ANY OTHER PIANO PLAYER. ALL OF HIS GROUP ARE SUPERB MUSCIANS. THANK YOU FOR HAVING THIS ON RUclips! MAY AHMAD HAVE MANY MORE BIRTHDAYS SO HE CAN PLAY MORE MUSIC. TODAY IS MY BIRTHDAY AND I AM DANCING LIKE IT WAS 45 YEARS AGO! . . .SYLVIA!
YAAHHHH!!!
There is a similarity in all Pittsburgh piano players ie; fatha Hines Errol garner etc
I had the same experience, but with Rossiter Road!
Right on 🎹🥁
@@paulturner6334 Errol Garner , my parents taught me.... ab fab ! And Ahmad also...RIP !
In Dec 1969, as a 20yr old bassist under contract to his company AJP Records, at The Record Plant studio in NYC, I had the privilege of sitting on a piano bench next to Ahmad and, at my request, listening to and watching him play this song. (He had the longest fingers I had ever seen! :-)
What a thrill!!
He was a kind and gentle person.
RIP, boss.
Wow, that's amazing!👏
Judy here, have listened to jazz, classical, r&b, etc. Since I was twelve listening to my brothers dizzy Gillespie, Coleman Hawkins, John Coltrane, Johnny Hartmann, so, so many concerts. When l was about 22 I met Billy eckstein at a small venue. Beautiful grey eyes. I regress. I'm 71 and still groovin. So glad im still loving it all. Thank u for making sure classics are readily available for all. Pass your love of music on....
Today we lost one of the Best 4/16/23. I had the honor to work for him and his family. Rest in eternal heavenly peace, Sir😢😢😢😢😢
Ahmad Jamal was one of the Greatest Jazz Pianist to tickle the Ivories, Rest in Peace Sir.
also my lovely ex-wife, Elizabeth Kidane 10/27/55-04/16/23, RIP
I saw him at Philly's "Uptown Theater' in the early 1960s...remarkable
Bass player knocks me out!! This rec’dg should get Nobel Peace Prize ‼️
yesssss
Absolutely
Whenever I feel a little bit down and out I listen to this, it has a magic influence, and I understand that life also has its great moments. Thanks för that lifelong lesson, Ahmad Jamal.
Very good recording! Great musicians!
Everywhere, whenever, everyone, out the World...merci!
@@santemuscle even in ROSLAGEN a liten bit of Sweden .. lol !
@@bjornjanlert1013 Soft and rythmic jazz! By the way, Björn is my cousin, a complete jazz-addict.
@@sjl7253 are ratatr to qaqeerr be xda
A stage jammed with virtuoso jammers, in love with each other and their universal music. Hello worlld, This is how peace gets done.
I listen to this evocative piece of jazz perfection almost every day, but today it seems even more poignant than ever. I just learned of the passing of this jazz master, who I had the privilege of seeing perform live at City Hall during the Toronto Jazz Festival of 2007. Rest in peace and power, Mr. Ahmad Jamal.
A man who was happy in his work...and it shows. Rest in peace, dear Ahmad.
XXX kiss them all. Soooo good !
Sixty years ago I heard Poinciana at a local Chicago station. Ahmed Jamal played at the Pershing Hotel at 39th and Federal, not far from the high school I attended. I was mesmerized by this song, and have heard it 10,000 times. Notice the interaction of the musicians. This is harmony.
Correction: The Pershing Hotel was on Cottage Grove, not Federal.
Me too. R.I.P., Amad Jamal
I agree. I was in high school when this was a big favorite. R.I.P., Amad Jamal.
You are so lucky Thomas ✨🖤.
Ahmad jamal was an elite Entertainer ,His passing created a significant void in the world of Jazz ,Rest in Peace Sir .
I listen to this approx once weekly, to keep my spirit alive. Thanks to these guys, I'm able to overcome boredom & depression, as I'm getting old & only 10 years younger than Ahmad.
Well then get back to a keyboard or find a piano and do some simple stuff that I bet you can do. Anything on a piano is beautiful bro! Get down there right now!
Ed, I'm 84 and lots of physical things wrong. But, I have LOTS of wonderful memories and also--I have YOU TUBE. This grants me loads and loads of musical wonders, like this one. Lots of them help restore those precious memories for me. Think of the GOOD THINGS in your life and actively throw away the negative ones. Be happy with what you have and don't continue pondering the things you don't have. God made a great place for us to enjoy. Go and enjoy !!
Me too. At 71 now, I clearly remember my very first sound of a music with that piano, hard and good percussion, that tempo that drove me crazy, those pauses throughout, etc.,.etc.
Get yourself a piano, a teacher, some coffee- spend some hours doing it. You'll be a different person. Depression will be in the rear view mirror-
66 and counting. My mom had played this song when I was a kid. I never forgot it . Peace
Today is Ahmad Jamals 90th birthday. All the best for this great musician!
Frank Steinhardt, Germany
@Frank Steinhardt:
Thank you for reminding us of the birthday of this genius, virtuoso pianist and composer.
Vielen Dank, dass Sie uns an den Geburtstag dieses genialen, virtuosen Pianisten und Komponisten erinnert haben.
When I
was in college in 1961 we’d sit around
In a group & groove out to Ahmad with a few avijazz enthusiasts. He’s 90 & I’m 80....Best of the old folks still at it , my friend. Mikey Weichel
,
Happy Belated Birthday! I'm glad you are still with us!🥰
I saw him last year in a rare appearance at the Kennedy Center in Washington. As marvelous as ever. A genius.
One of those songs that I don’t want to end 😊
❤
@scott mccutheon..🎼
🎶 yes 🙌🏾 a master piece ensemble 🎉…
Thank musician Extrordinaire 🖤🎼💥
Your gifts will always be with us….
RIPower💋
Ashe’
R.I.P. Ahmad Jamal. July 2, 1930 - April 16, 2023.
This one really hurts. Rest in peace, the fabulous Ahmad Jamal.
I was born 4 decades after this man and just recently discovered his extraordinary music. I'm mesmerized beyond measure. The best jazz arrangements I've ever heard! Where have I been??!!
He is was (is) such a brilliant man, 🎶 lovely person with liters of charisma.
Saw him numerous times and his timing 🎹 was exemplary. 🎶 'Poinciana' in Paris is superbe
Love him ♥
RIP and thanks for the sounds…….
After listening to this, SO many times, I have to give the bass player a special applaud. Reginald Veal, you are my hero.
I totally agree
No volume
He leads us to the percussionist. They're awesome.
…I first saw Reginald Veal and Herlin Riley (drums) way back in ‘93 with The Wynton Marsalis Septet. Remarkable how much they have matured musically. What an absolute treat. Chapeau!
One of the greatest jazz pianists of all time, Ahmad Jamal, passed away at the age of 92.
RIEP
Will treasure these memories.
No matter how many times Jamal plays this signature tune, there is always something fresh and different. Badrena's percussion certainly adds another wonderful layer of sound and texture to this particular performance.
100%
What a huge loss! 😢
The world will always be greatful and happy to witness what you ever created to our music Ahmad!
Rest in Peace Lord Jamal! 🕊️
R.I.P Maestro. I listened to your older albums all day long. In fact I do that frequently. But today’s one was special, I have never been able to see you live, how it is great to have your recordings beside me.
hay quá
FIRST ALBUM I EVER BOUGHT
WHEN I WAS IN HIgh SCHOOL NOW I'M 77. THANK YOU MR. JAMAL
WHEREVER YOU ARE.
May the angels carry you home dear soul, Thanks for showing up and giving us such great music.
Rest in Heaven, Ahmad Jamal!
My heart hurts because of his loss...I loved his music and his style. Rest in peace, dear man.
R.I.P.- so long maestro xx and thanks for your music
Rest in peace brother and thank you for your art, its a blessing for all of us
He was without a doubt one of the true artists, may he rest in peace, Ahmad Jamal.
How to forget the coronavirus problem - listen to this every day. Brilliant.
Yesssss!
I really agree with you. It's a genius and can cure everything
Sergio Vicente Must be the best rendition I have ever heard. Cheers.
Hahaha for real ahmad saving us rn
Yes! Great music! Just what we need in this unprecedented time!
My favorite jazz pianist of all times and the rhythm section is so badass!! Bass player is killing it but drummer and percussionist are too. They are so happy! This is just pure joy!
I have listened to many recordings of Poinciana by Ahmad Jamal, but this one is my absolute favorite. There is not a day that goes by without me listening to it. At work, my feet are pumping under my desk and the melody is in my head most of the time.
I've never heard him before. I really enjoyed this. ☆☆☆☆☆
Thank you Michelle, I hope you don't mind me sharing Ahmad with other people. It was so good I couldn't keep it to myself.
I have a fan since a teenager when he began his career. His sound is always fresh, innovative...a master on those keys!! I really like this base player on this rendition. The other artists are absolutely perfect!!!!! Thanks so much for this post!
@@paulbrock9661 welcome my brother into the hidden world of jazz!!
Damn. I wish in my long career of working I had known someone as cool as you.
R.I.P. - one of my favorites
If this music doesn't put a smile on your face and a bounce in your step, check your pulse because you may just be dead. Thank you for the music, Ahmad Jahmal, and Rest In Peace.
Mr. Reginald Veal on bass. My Juke brother, from Southern University Marching Jukebox Band . Reginald Veal played bass trombone back then in 1984.
Thank you for that information. Reginald Veal has developed into a fantastic bass player, from bass trombone, dont you think? And 1984 is a long time ago. We all have our memories. Thank you for sharing your memory with us.
I've been playing music for 53 of my 57 years. Ask a musician to pick a "favorite song." You may get a list a mile long. This piece is on my top 3. It moves me from one space, through many spaces and into another space, better than the first. Transcendent! Sublime!
pray tell, what are the other two!!! this is a great choice.
I didn't know he passed. My husband bought my first vinyl albums with an elegant hard cover in the 1950's, he was one of a kind. I love jazz musicians all my life.
Dynamic Player! When my daughter, Ali, was 8 years old, I was working in NYC and I took her with me to the jazz supper club to listen to him and band. They seated us up front and the drummer asked a couple of times..."is this music too loud for her"...so sweet of him. People afterwards came up to me and said "what a great ideal to introduce your child to music this way.
Brenda Perkins .... Agree. Your daughter is all the better for that introduction
What a great gift for her ! ❤
what a wonderful story to share
Lucky to have seen him live!
Perhaps that’s a memory your daughter may always have. 🌹
RIP a great jazzman is gone.
Rest in Peace, sir. Thank you!
This is the most relaxing song I ever heard. It has now become my daily routine...
Several years ago, in New Haven, in front of Au Bon Pain, i heard an old man blasting this out of his 70- something Monte Carlo. Had a decked out system, and he was using it right. Brought a big big smile to my face. Gave him a thumb and we went on our ways. Was one of those moments that will stick w me a very long time. 💪
There are few things I like more than great musicians smiling as they perform. What a lesson in groove!
93 years old he lived a long and blessed life. When i first heard this on a mixed jazz tape i played the hell out of it.
Oh I think I've watched this at least a thousand times by now. I love the expressions on everybody's face especially the percussionist playing the mirimbas it's priceless. They all look like they're having so much fun it makes me smile
Ahmad has a nice smile and seems to be enjoying this, perhaps his 1000th performance of Poinciana
Ahmad has such nice teeth. ( ^ _ ^ )
Saw him at a club in Montreal in the 80s. Muhammad Ali was there that night
The greatest sound a child could ever hear and grow up on. And here it is today.
R.I.P. Great pianist , will be missed but never forgotten!!! :(
his sense of timing and space is unrivaled.
8:53
Not agree. Think about Miles.
This right here, did you hear me? This right here is truly a phenomenal sound!!! Smooth, cool, sexy and relaxing!!! All of these musicians are GREAT!!!
One of the all time best! Humble pause.. letting the others walk the dog... Class!!!
“Letting the others walk the dog” - love that!!!
Band of 4 with a rhythm section of 3. No wonder it groves like hell ;-) Awesome!
one of the greatest piano players world wide.. a wonderful touch. RIP Ahmad ..s
RIP, Mr. Jamal, you were an early part of my introduction to acoustic jazz, remember seeing him at Blues Alley in the Mid to late 80s. Tried again to see him at Arlington VAs Rosslyn jazz fest in the early 2000s, and dragged my wife and then young children to Rosslyn on a beautiful September day, they tolerated it the best they could!
Manolo on percussion washes all my boredom away....at a time in history like this!!!
I remember the first time hearing this song, I was 15 in 1975 it was on Quency Jones LP, but this was on 8 Track back then I think it was on the Body Heat 8 Track tape then it's been almost 50 years for me. I haven't forgotten this tune it's deep and the music is awesome, I started dating the young lady I would end up marrying in 1979 July 10th that is also our Wedding Anniversary date. 👍🏾
RIP maestro
My father took me with him to a record store in 1958 to buy the album Ahmad Jamal At the Pershing. I was just four years old then and I inherited his album. What a treasure!
No words can express how this rendition touches deep down inside of me. I can play it dozens of times and it just gets better!
Ahmad passed away last month and it leaves me a bit empty as I have been following him since the 60s. This performance is exemplary of his abilities.
That'0s inaccurate! As of Oct. 6, 2022 he is alive and well - He is 92 years old. Though he is no longer touring.
@@PierreKerbage Happily you seem to be correct and I had the wrong information. I'm glad you were right.
@@daveharrison8286 Thank you Dave! Cheers.
Ahmad Jamal and this combo "own" this groove and they know it!! Just witness their enjoyment as they weave and maneuver through this masterpiece. RUclips should get rid of that pesky thumbs down button. It'll only encourage the wrong and hateful viewers and wusses who don't have the sense just to simply move on and go elsewhere to find something a lot more credible to hate than to mess things up for those who are really enjoying this.
1mespud, I couldn't agree more. I love thousands of jazz themes, I love a great number of jazz pianists but Poinciana by Jamal is a gem. this sound is quite a sensual experience to me. I love it, I need to listen to it from time to time like, bad. as for the button you're so right! I can't understand what drives someone to express themselves where they're not wanted or taken seriously... stupidity?
Gotcha! Be careful out there..
Everybody has a right to express their opinion on an open forum. Not necessary it should tally with yours or mine. A thumbs down does not translate into hate but merely indicates displeasure - either with the music or recording... how is a negative view affecting your enjoyment of this music. Or do you only enjoy music which has 100% approval of all and sundry? Strange and unreasonable comment indicating no respect for other people's views and choices. The best!
1mespud love this song the best smooth jazz ever
It's America, people are entitled to an opinion....take the stick out of your ass!!
RIP, and Thank you!
Mr. Jamal is the undisputed truth and his sound will always be appreciated by real music lovers. 🎶
Such a positive creative force in the music scene. Let your music live on and your legacy be cherished. Rest in peace Ahmad Jamal.
I am 84 and am in radio broadcasting and thinking of giving it all up.....until i hear this....Ahmad and i played at Birdland on “open Mic” sessions way back in the 50s.Miles always said he was influenced by Ahmad’s approach to music...also Keith Jarrett was influence!!! God how time flies!!!...I still remember some of those halcyon days!!!
You've lived some great history. Thanks for sharing!
I'm going to say again. In 1963 when I was a kid when I first heard this tune, this music, It was hypnotic to me. This tune is always in my mind.
Dean
Seattle
My greatest pianist of all time...
GEORGE DUKE
JOE SAMPLE
AHMAD JAMAL
MAY THEY ALL REST IN ETERNAL PEACE AND POWER WITH ALMIGHTY GOD.
Yes...to all your greatest!! Mine, Too!!!
Makes me cry with such joy that I am alive to hear this
Simply goosebump amazing... That's the kind of music that, once it enters your soul it never ever leaves... I absolutely love it...
Right there with you Ms. Linda. \ ( ^ _ ^ ) /
I first heard it almost 60 years ago, and it never left me..........
Roger Newcomb
Music like that needs permission to leave & I would have to die first... :-)
& the torch is passed on to keep burning brightly in our hearts... I was listening to Buddy Guy this morning...
Wonderfully stated!
My guy & fav from days in Chicago .May
God bless his family .such a super pro!! In
I listen to this commuting from work, nothing on the road bothers me , crazy drivers ! Nothing! This is beautiful music..... Thank you Ahmad Jamal.
may ,,, allah rest the highset place ,, jenna ferdues ,, our brother musian ,, producer ,, composer ,, activiset ahmed jamal he will be in historey and in our soul for ever ,, allah yerhamake ,, allah yerhammmake ,,
I used to play this piece almost daily, holding my Maltese in my arms and dancing around my apartment. My Maltese loved it and so did I. Now my little one is gone, and I’m too old and unsteady to dance, but I still listen to this and love it.
What a lovely memory that you shared. Next to our wonderful and loyal and loving dogs, isn't jazz the BEST!!! PLEASE dance again, but with someone you love to help to steady you!!! Good health and the best to you, Janet.
The bass is so on point.
I first heard Ahmad play this in 58. It was on an Argo LP and played by Sid McCoy on WCFL radio. Sid had a jazz show from 11 to 2am daily. I lived in Chicago and listened every night. This tune and rendition immediately struck lightening.
"This is your boy Sid McCoy." I was 19 years old in 1959 and in the Air Force at Westover AFB in Massachusetts. In the wee hours of the morning we could pick up Sid McCoy's show all the way up there. Your comments brought back a flood of memories.
@@millardallgood6418 I faithfully listened to Sid from 56 to 62. Was introduced to so many jazz greats. Loved the background music of Stan Getz and Johnny Smith playing “Moonlight in Vermont.” WCFL 1000 on the AM dial, Chicago.
Jamal's masterpiece.
R. I. P. Great man! 😢
I remember in about 1959 when this was at the top of the charts. Loved it then and it's still great with many new embellishments.
ruhe in Frieden Ahmad...Gott ist mit Dir...wir danken für Dein Werk
After years I have begun to reacquaint myself with jazz... remembering it's beauty to the ears and it's ability to touch one's soul. Thank you to all it's artist... Miles, Coltrane,Mangione,Prysock and more...live on !!!
I was 18 in 1960. Had own apt in Basement of motel. In college. Bought album with this tune. Never forget it. Thanks so much
One of the best in jazz
OMG to hear this live after all these years! It nearly brings tears to the eyes and a jolt to my soul! Thanks for posting! Where has all this good gone?
I first heard Ahmad decades ago play this beautiful song when he was probably about 30. At nearly 90 he still plays it so amazingly well.
I got hooked on Ahmad Jamal in 1962. When my friends were groovin on Chuck Berry I would sneak in Poincienna and they would laugh and say" more Augie Malted music?" - they got to love it too. But I lost touch and was delighted to see he is the same great talent - nearly 60 years of beautiful music.
This is my go to start my day song, the bass and drum players are in that pocket so tight it's like one person playing three instruments! Its. A beautiful thing.
Happy Heavenly Birthday Mom!! Happy memories of hearing your LP's while you were doing housework!! Poinciana became of my favorites...60 yrs later I still appreciate this phenomenal musician and this music ❤❤😊🎉
RIP genius! thanks for all the amazing music!
Love love love. I’m dancing 💃🏽
Apart form the genius(es) playing here , the sound quality (recording and mixing) is quite remarkable!! wow!
I remember watching Ahamd Jamal perform in 1968 at the Village Gate.
He was great then, even better now - wow! :)
That was a great time to be a live in the city. Five Spot, Vanguard, The Gate. Miles, Monk, Mingus, Dizzy. All magical, great audiences and every tune a trip. I love RUclips! haha
The Master of Dynamics, Ahmad Jamal.
Wonderful audience in Paris.
Like I said before, Ahmad Jamal with this tune turned my life around at my age of 12 years old in 1961. From our deaf parents who never knew music, my older sister bought the Ahmad Jamal Live Album at the Pershing Hotel in NY 1959 album with the iconic Poinciana tune. We played it on the old record player. I was instantly hooked on this sound. This new music to me of which I had never known so I was instantly hooked with a 12 year old hypnotic self-induced addiction to something new after Grandma told me to walk down the street to take the Saturday morning piano lessons from the lady. Yes, I'm playing piano again with all the sexy arpeggios. Not bad but others say I should put a vase on the local public piano's they have everywhere here, haha.
I was able to see Ahmad Jamal a number of times not too many years ago at Jazz Alley in Seattle.
Dean Jackson
Seattle
Great story!
Yes! my first of his albums; bought it right after he blew me away at the 1960 Newport Jazz Festival. Still got it, still play it, scratches and all!
I have the original LP with this track which I listened to in a site hut back in 1964. I still love listening to it as well as the versions on RUclips.
I 1st heard the album when I was 10yrs. old in the late 50's, played by my oldest brother Morris Sanders. He's not with us, but I still love the artist and the great music. Thurmond Michael Sanders
PEACE OUT 2 1 of the BEST INFLUENTIAL so-called jazz artists of ALL-TIME. Bro. Jamal,
WE THANK U ! WE WILL MISS U ! ! WE'LL NEVER 4GET U ! ! ! WE LOVE U ! ! ! ! ✊🏿
saw him live in 1958 in St. Louis and he's still amazing :-)
I first heard this song when I was about 12 yrs old & fell madly in love w/jazz & that moment. Some 62 yrs later & it still sounds good!