The movie soundtrack "Shaft." This would make an outstanding gift. Excellent recording and timeless music that still sounds fresh after almost 40 years. For those who are unfamiliar (though everyone knows the "Shaft" theme song), the high quality of the writing, production, arrangement and performances in this recording is a happy revelation. IMO, this is Isaac Hayes' seminal work and legacy to popular music. A classic.
The Best CDs to Give as Presents
Here is a great idea: instead of bringing yet another bottle of wine to someone's dinner party.....
What CDs do you nominate to give as a present where:
a) There is at least a chance they wouldn't have it already
and
b) For any particular genre of music, both artist and performance could please a discriminating audience.
c) As usual EXTRA CREDIT! for good recordings!
Of course, you should stick to the wine and/or flowers for your audiophile friends who already have 10,000 CDs....
But hopefully this might grow into a useful list for normal music appreciating friends, family and business associates.
I have had some success with Vince Guaraldi for Christmas stocking stuffers and Patricia Barber for non audiophiles who like jazz.
This thread was inspired by my need to give some "classical" music to a friend who is a patron of the NY Philharmonic, but I otherwise have no idea regarding his tastes or collection.
Should recent reissues or remasters also be included?
Thank you and hope this is interesting for others.