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Moody And Jones' Jazz Reunion Is A 'Delight'

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On their first recording together in more than 50 years, saxophonist James Moody and pianist Hank Jones show that the elder statesmen of jazz can still play beautifully. Our Delight displays the golden virtues of jazz with warmth and grace.

Moody And Jones' Jazz Reunion Is A 'Delight'

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For The Love Of James Moody: Five Tributes

Clarinet and saxophone player Paquito D'Rivera wore a James Moody T-shirt during a recent recording session in Brazil. Jorge Rosenberg/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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For The Love Of James Moody: Five Tributes

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Reedman Paquito D'Rivera called him "the most beloved jazz musician in the world." Naturally, a lot of fellow musicians are lining up to pay tribute to the man during a jazz festival named in Moody's honor. Here's a chance to explore their connections to the great saxophonist.

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James Moody: 'Moody's Mood for Love'

Proficient on both alto and tenor saxophone, James Moody was also a brilliant jazz flutist. He toured Europe in the 1940s with Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, and Max Roach. This album is known for its popular title track, which is a version of "I'm in the mood for love."

James Moody: 'Moody's Mood for Love'

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James Moody On Piano Jazz

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James Moody On Piano Jazz

On this 1997 session with host Marian McPartland and bassist Todd Coolman, James Moody performs "Body and Soul" and sings and plays "Moody's Mood for Love."

James Moody On Piano Jazz

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Choo Choo Boogaloo: 5 Jazz Songs For Trains

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Choo Choo Boogaloo: 5 Jazz Songs For Trains

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Locomotives churning across America's vast open landscape provided plenty of fodder for jazz composers in the early 20th century. Railroads symbolized freedom, escape and opportunity for countless musicians, many of whom lived a vagabond lifestyle, always in pursuit of the next gig.

James Moody's 80th Birthday On JazzSet

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James Moody's 80th Birthday On JazzSet

To commemorate the passing of James Moody on Dec. 9, JazzSet offers up an all-star 2005 birthday concert in remembrance. Hear performances by Moody, Roberta Gambarini, Jimmy Heath, Paquito D'Rivera and many more.

James Moody's 80th Birthday On JazzSet

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In Memoriam, James Moody

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In Memoriam, James Moody

He was a virtuoso musician, known for his work on multiple saxophones and flute. He was also a man who radiated love -- when you met him, he'd hold you tight and kiss you on both cheeks as if you were old friends. Romantic, witty and earthy, his sound was an extension of his personality.

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Fresh Air Remembers Saxophonist James Moody

James Moody was named an NEA Jazz Master in 1998. Here, Moody attends the 2006 National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters induction. Paul Hawthorne/Getty Images hide caption

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Fresh Air Remembers Saxophonist James Moody

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The jazz saxophonist and flutist died Thursday at age 85. Fresh Air remembers the musician, whose 1949 improvisation over "I'm in the Mood for Love" became a jazz staple, with highlights from a 1996 interview.

Fresh Air Remembers Saxophonist James Moody

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Remembering James Moody's Humble Gift For Music

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Remembering James Moody's Humble Gift For Music

Saxophonist James Moody, a jazz great known for his song "Moody's Mood for Love," died Thursday. He was respected by jazz musicians for constantly practicing and striving to improve himself as an artist, and for handling his talents with grace and humility.

Remembering James Moody's Humble Gift For Music

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