[Dixielandjazz] Lionel Hampton book (was Goodman bassists)

[Bill Haesler]

> I can't find the "Flying Home" book that Dian mentioned on Amazon.  
> Lots of entries, but nothing that really fits "100 years of good 
> vibes."   ??????????


Dear Rick
Try Borders. It's theier exclusive):

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'Flying Home' Book and CD Release Available Exclusively at Borders 
Nationwide
ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Borders released its 
latest exclusive title, "Flying Home: Lionel Hampton Celebrating 100 
Years of Good Vibes" written by Stanley Crouch with a foreword by 
Wynton Marsalis. "Flying Home" is a photo retrospective of jazz pioneer 
Hampton's life, musical talents, famous performances and contributions 
to society. This beautiful collectors' book comes packaged with an 
exclusive CD containing some of the never-before released collection of 
Hampton's best performances. Both the "Flying Home" book and CD are 
only available at Borders stores across the country beginning today.
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"Hampton was one of the most gifted musicians to ever play jazz," said 
Marsalis in his foreword from "Flying Home." "Hampton was a true 
improviser with a natural gift for melody. He possessed a dedication 
and special energy that pushed an already first class talent up into 
the rarefied air of jazz heaven."
"We are pleased to introduce Lionel Hampton's music and life to a new 
generation of jazz enthusiasts through Borders' exclusive book and CD," 
said Rob Gruen, executive vice president of merchandising and marketing 
for Borders Group, Inc. "Lionel paved the way for so many artists today 
by being one ofthe first African-Americans to control his own record 
label and music. He also gave back to society through his many 
humanitarian efforts including performing benefit concerts supporting 
opponents of apartheid during the 50s and building homes for those in 
need during the 60s."
Hampton played an integral role in breaking the color barrier when he 
joined Benny Goodman, Teddy Wilson and Gene Krupa to form the Benny 
Goodman Quartet in 1939. The Quartet fought for equal wages, equal 
hotel accommodations and equal time on the stage changing music forever 
and leading the way for the nation in equality for all men.
The April release of "Flying Home" coincides with the centennial of 
Hampton's birth. Former band mates, fellow jazz legends and those 
closest to Hampton share their stories and thoughts with journalist and 
music critic, Crouch. "Flying Home" is filled with pages of rare photos 
from Hampton's life, concerts, rehearsals and travels highlighting his 
work as a musician, philanthropist and driving force behind the jazz 
festival that bears his name - University of Idaho Lionel 
Hampton/Chevron Jazz Festival.
The "Flying Home" exclusive CD contains eight tracks such as "Vibes 
Boogie" live, "Midnight Blues," "I Found a New Baby" and the title 
track, "Flying Home." The CD is only available with the book at all 
Borders stores nationwide.
About Borders, Inc.
Borders is a subsidiary of Borders Group, Inc., a $3.8 billion global 
retailer of books, music, movies, periodicals and gift and stationery 
items with over 30,000 employees and more than 1,100 stores worldwide 
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experience, as well as a host of in-store events and community-centered 
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