There's Nothing Better Than Good Sax

OK, so I heard the song, but that that doesn't mean that I knew the name of it...

In my head I could visualize a film noir detective scene with this song in the background underscoring the sexy, sultry mood... That's all I had to go on...

Hours on the internet later, well, let's just say it's a good thing I like doing research...

My labors finally produced the title of the tune: Harlem Nocturne.

Listen, friends, and you will hear what I mean...




I was quite certain Scott would write about music when he was blogging this month about things for which he is thankful...and of course he did, confidently and with great aplomb. I, too, am thankful for music, but since I am considerably less knowledgeable (though nearly as opinionated) on the subject, I wanted to be very specific in the aspect of music I addressed.

So, here we are on the subject of soulful saxophone. I love a saxophone's deep, rich voice! When it wails - like in this clip - it sends me far away with shivers up my spine. I can feel the music reverberating within my chest...very sensual! It is such a dreamy and thrilling experience for my ears and spirit!

It's not just me, either. Duchess, the mother cat (seductively voiced by Eva Gabor) in the Disney movie The Aristocats sings:

If you want to turn me on,
Play your horn don’t spare the tone,
and blow a little soul into the tune.



At least in my appreciation for soulful saxophone, I'm in good company!