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Concord River

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Winter #ConcordMA #Thoreau
October Farm Riverfront The photo depicts a serene woodland scene in autumn or early winter. Leafless trees with thin, bare branches stand closely together, casting long, dark shadows over a ground carpeted with dry grass and fallen leaves. The sunlight filters through the trees from a low angle, suggesting either early morning or late afternoon, illuminating the golden-brown foliage and creating a warm, peaceful atmosphere. The sky is mostly clear with a hint of soft clouds and a vibrant blue backdrop.
December 27, 2025 at 3:24 AM
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Lee Morgan
The Cooker (1958)

Lover Man
youtu.be/0QSxrJuCgEU

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #LeeMorgan #PepperAdams #BobbyTimmons #PaulChambers #PhillyJoeJones #AlfredLion #RudyVanGelder #FrancisWolff #ReidMiles #BlueNote #TonePoet
The photo shows a vinyl record album cover titled The Cooker by Lee Morgan, released on Blue Note with the catalog number 81578. The cover features a high-contrast red and black portrait of a man, with his face partially obscured by his hand. The album is displayed upright on a small wooden stand. In the background, there are decorative ceramic items, a green frog figurine, and part of a Christmas tree ornament, all set against a rustic brick wall.
December 27, 2025 at 3:04 AM
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October Farm Riverfront

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Winter #Solstice #ConcordMA #Thoreau
October Farm Riverfront This photo captures a quiet woodland scene with a partially frozen pond surrounded by leafless trees and dry, golden-brown vegetation. A branch arches across the frame, while soft light highlights the icy surface and reflects the clear blue sky above. The stillness of the water and the muted winter colors give the area a sense of calm and isolation.
December 22, 2025 at 12:58 AM
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Horace Silver
The Tokyo Blues (1962)

The Tokyo Blues
youtu.be/XvsdNDOdpbc

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #HoraceSilver #BlueMitchell #JuniorCook #GeneTaylor #JohnHarrisJr #AlfredLion #RudyVanGelder #ReidMiles #FrancisWolff #BlueNote #TonePoet
This is a photo of a vinyl record album called Tokyo Blues by The Horace Silver Quintet, displayed on a wooden stand. The album cover shows Horace Silver sitting outdoors between two women wearing kimonos, all smiling. Behind them is a traditional wooden structure and rocks. The setting around the record includes a wooden table, colorful ceramic cups on the left, a green glass decoration on the right, a small green frog figurine, and a brick wall in the background.
December 21, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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Crooked Pond

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Autumn #Rain #BoxfordMA
Crooked Pond A misty wetland stretches out beneath a cloudy sky, with still water reflecting the dark shapes of leafless trees and dense evergreens in the distance. Red and brown grasses emerge from the shallow water, and fallen branches lie across the swampy ground, giving the scene a quiet, mysterious atmosphere.
December 19, 2025 at 11:58 PM
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Ron Carter
Where? (1961)

Where?
youtu.be/VpBX0u82t0k

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #RonCarter #MalWaldron #GeorgeDuvivier #CharliePersip #RudyVanGelder
The image shows a vinyl record on a small wooden stand. The album cover features a black-and-white photograph of a smiling man in a suit holding a double bass. The text reads: “with Eric Dolphy, Mal Waldron WHERE? RON CARTER,” along with the New Jazz label logo. The background includes a rustic brick wall, some ceramic mugs with rope decoration on the left, and a small green frog figurine on the right beside a glass shelf with a decorative green object and handwritten notes.
December 19, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge - Sudbury Unit

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Autumn #SudburyMA
Weir Hill Trail A wooden pathway winds through a forest of tall pine trees, partially covered with a light dusting of snow. Sunlight filters through the branches, casting golden highlights on the trunks and the reddish-brown fallen leaves scattered on the ground. The sky peeks through the trees in a vivid blue, creating a striking contrast with the warm and cool tones of the forest. The scene captures a peaceful winter moment in nature.
December 17, 2025 at 1:39 AM
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Hank Mobley
Soul Station (1960)

Dig Dis
youtu.be/76vtIhSIlI0

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #HankMobley #WyntonKelly #PaulChambers #ArtBlakey #RudyVanGelder #FrancisWolff #ReidMiles #AlfredLion #BlueNote
This photo shows a vinyl record album displayed on a small wooden stand. The record is Soul Station by Hank Mobley, featuring Art Blakey, Wynton Kelly, and Paul Chambers, released on the Blue Note label. The cover art is a black-and-white photo of a smiling man holding a saxophone, with the instrument prominently in the foreground. Behind the record is a rustic setting with a brick wall, a wooden table, colorful ceramic mugs, a small green frog figure, and a glass object with a handwritten note visible in the background.
December 17, 2025 at 1:33 AM
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Walden Pond

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Autumn #ConcordMA #Thoreau
Walden Pond The photo shows a calm pond bordered by a forest of snow-dusted evergreen and deciduous trees. The water reflects the trees and gray sky like a mirror. Pine branches frame the view from above and along the sides, and a few brown leaves cling to branches in the foreground. The scene feels quiet and still, with soft winter colors and a light mist hanging over the trees.
December 16, 2025 at 2:20 AM
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Kenny Dorham
Quiet Kenny (1959)

Lotus Blossom
youtu.be/xW_57yE2aac

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #KennyDorham #TommyFlanagan #PaulChambers #ArtTaylor #RudyVanGelder
The photo shows a vinyl record cover for the jazz album Quiet Kenny by Kenny Dorham. The cover is mostly black with a black-and-white portrait of Kenny Dorham holding a trumpet. The text reads "NEW JAZZ 8225" at the top left and “quiet kenny Kenny Dorham” in white on the upper right. The record is propped on a wooden stand on a wooden surface. In the background, there are ceramic drums with colorful patterns, a green frog figurine, a translucent green lamp, and what appears to be a handwritten note on a clear surface. The setting has a cozy, rustic feel with a brick wall visible in the background.
December 16, 2025 at 2:08 AM
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Fairhaven Bay

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Autumn #ConcordMA #Thoreau
Fairhaven Trail The image shows a quiet forested lakeshore during winter. A thin layer of snow coats the ground and clings to the bare tree branches, while some evergreen trees retain their green needles. The calm water of the lake reflects the pale sky, and a narrow path winds along the edge of the woods, partially hidden under fallen leaves and snow.
December 15, 2025 at 2:12 AM
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Curtis Fuller
Blues-ette (1959)

Five Spot After Dark
youtu.be/zZwZv_NHeio

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #CurtisFuller #BennyGolson #TommyFlanagan #JimmyGarrison #AlHarewood #RudyVanGelder #SavoyRecords
The photo shows a vinyl record cover displayed on a wooden stand. The album is titled BLUES ette by Curtis Fuller's Quintet with Benny Golson, featuring Tommy Flanagan, Jimmy Garrison, and Al Harewood. The cover has an abstract, blurred image of a dancer holding colorful fabric in orange, blue, and white. On the left side, there is a yellow vertical strip reading “HIGH FIDELITY” and the code “MG-12141.” The Savoy Records logo appears in the top right. In the background, there are decorative ceramic drums, a green glass ornament, and a small frog figurine on a wooden surface near a brick wall.
December 15, 2025 at 1:59 AM
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Beaver Pond Conservation Area

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Autumn #LincolnMA
Stony Brook The photo depicts a serene wetland or marsh area surrounded by tall trees, many of which are evergreen pines. In the foreground, there is a partially frozen shallow pond with thin ice and some patches of water visible. Two circular metal structures, possibly protective cages for plants or wildlife, sit on top of the ice. The surrounding vegetation is mostly brown and dry, indicating late autumn or early winter. A bare tree branch stretches across the top of the image, and the sky is partly cloudy with a soft blue hue, giving the scene a calm and quiet atmosphere.
December 13, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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Wes Montgomery
The Incredible Jazz Guitar of Wes Montgomery (1960)

Polka Dots and Moonbeams
youtu.be/f7Mv6TW-xP8

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #WesMontgomery #TommyFlanagan #PercyHeath #AlbertTootieHeath #JohnnyBurke #JimmyVanHeusen #RiversideRecords
The photo shows a vinyl record of "The Incredible Jazz Guitar of Wes Montgomery" prominently displayed on a small wooden stand. The album cover features a black-and-white portrait of a man holding a guitar, with the title and artist’s name in bold letters: “The Incredible Jazz Guitar of Wes Montgomery,” along with the names Tommy Flanagan, Percy Heath, and Albert Heath. The label at the top reads “Riverside Stereo CR00850.” In the background, there are patterned drums on the left, a green lamp on the right, and a small green frog figurine in front of a transparent stand with handwritten text.
December 13, 2025 at 10:36 PM
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Estabrook Woods

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Autumn #ConcordMA #Thoreau
Saw Mill Brook The photo captures a sunlit forest with tall, leafless trees stretching toward a bright blue sky. The sun shines through the branches, creating vibrant rays and colorful lens flares. A small stream winds through the rocky forest floor, with patches of snow scattered among fallen leaves and mossy stones. In the distance, you can glimpse rolling hills under the clear sky, giving the scene a crisp and peaceful woodland atmosphere.
December 13, 2025 at 1:23 AM
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Herbie Hancock
Empyrean Isles (1964)

One Finger Snap
youtu.be/yQgv5bRqmnk

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #HerbieHancock #FreddieHubbard #RonCarter #TonyWilliams #RudyVanGelder #FrancisWolff #ReidMiles #AlfredLion #BlueNote
The photo shows a vinyl record album cover for Empyrean Isles by Herbie Hancock, featuring Freddie Hubbard, Ron Carter, and Anthony Williams. The cover has a dark, moody design with a blurred, green-tinted image of plants or branches with bokeh light effects. The text listing the album name and artists appears in the upper right corner. It sits on a small wooden stand on a wooden surface. Surrounding the album are various decorative objects, including two small painted drums on the left, a green frog figurine on the right, and a green glass object behind it. A brick wall and some dried flowers are in the background.
December 13, 2025 at 1:04 AM
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McDowell / Van Leer Land

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Autumn #LincolnMA
McDowell/Van Leer Land The photo captures a sunlit clearing in a forest, with tall trees casting long shadows across a grassy field. Some of the trees are bare, while others hold onto clusters of green needles. The sunlight filters through the branches, creating a warm, golden glow that contrasts with the cooler blue tones in the background, where more trees line the horizon. The ground is covered in a mix of grass and sparse foliage, giving a sense of early spring or late autumn.
December 9, 2025 at 1:11 AM
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Clifford Brown
Study in Brown (1955)

George's Dilemma
youtu.be/hmNBXvbC2cU

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #CliffordBrown #MaxRoach #HaroldLand #RichiePowell #GeorgeMorrow
The photo shows a vinyl record album titled Study in Brown by Clifford Brown and Max Roach displayed upright on a wooden stand. The album cover features a sepia-toned image of Clifford Brown playing the trumpet, with the text listing the musicians: Clifford Brown (trumpet), Max Roach (drums), Harold Land (tenor sax), George Morrow (bass), and Richie Powell (piano). Song titles such as “Cherokee,” “Jacqui,” and “Swingin’” are also listed. The background includes a rustic brick wall, ceramic mugs with blue designs and rope handles on the left, and a green glass tree-shaped object and a small frog figure on the right.
December 9, 2025 at 12:18 AM
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Pantry Brook Wildlife Management Area

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Autumn #SudburyMA
Pantry Brook This photo captures a quiet wetland with calm water reflecting the cloudy sky. Bare trees and reddish-brown shrubs line the water’s edge, stretching into a wide, open landscape. The horizon shows a mix of distant woods and open fields under a soft, overcast light.
December 7, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Bobby Hutcherson
Dialogue (1965)

Ghetto Lights
youtu.be/hAN6tgRpZO4

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #BobbyHutcherson #FreddieHubbard #SamRivers #AndrewHill #RichardDavis #JoeChambers #RudyVanGelder #AlfredLion #ReidMiles #FrancisWolff #BlueNote #TonePoet
The photo shows a vinyl record album titled Dialogue by Bobby Hutcherson displayed upright on a wooden stand. The album cover features a dark, minimalist design with a bluish image of Hutcherson playing the vibraphone. The top of the cover has a blue strip with the Blue Note label and the names of featured musicians: Freddie Hubbard, Sam Rivers, Andrew Hill, Richard Davis, and Joe Chambers. The background includes rustic decor, such as painted ceramic drums on the left and a green glass lamp and small frog figurine on the right. The setting appears cozy and vintage, with a brick wall partially visible.
December 7, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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Beaver Pond Conservation Area

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Autumn #LincolnMA
Stony Brook A partially frozen river winds through a forest of tall pines and bare deciduous trees. Sunlight filters through the branches, casting warm golden tones on the dry grasses along the riverbank. Patches of snow and ice glisten on the water, with sections of dark, reflective water breaking through the frozen surface. The bright blue sky and distant, misty treetops give the scene a crisp, wintry feel.
December 6, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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Miles Davis
Milestones (1958)

Two Bass Hit
youtu.be/O00LYLbrA04

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #MilesDavis #CannonballAdderley #JohnColtrane #RedGarland #PaulChambers #PhillyJoeJones #ColumbiaRecords
The photo shows a vinyl record of Miles Davis titled Milestones (Columbia CL 1193) displayed on a small wooden stand. The album cover features a seated Miles Davis holding his trumpet against a deep reddish-brown background, with the title “MILESTONES….. MILES DAVIS” in bold pink lettering across the top. The Columbia Records logo is visible in the upper right corner. In the background, there are decorative drums with blue and white patterns on the left, and a brick wall along with some glass and wooden objects on the right.
December 6, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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Fairhaven Cliffs

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Autumn #ConcordMA #Thoreau
Fairhaven Cliffs The photo captures a sunlit forest scene from a rocky overlook, with rays of sunlight streaming through tall pine branches. Patches of snow rest on the ground and rocks, contrasting with the vibrant green of the trees. In the distance, the treetops stretch toward the horizon under a bright blue sky with wisps of clouds.
December 5, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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Lee Morgan
Tom Cat (1964)

Exotique
youtu.be/HNLiGq5pvsg

#NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #LeeMorgan #JackieMcLean #CurtisFuller #McCoyTyner #BobCranshaw #ArtBlakey #AlfredLion #RudyVanGelder #BlueNote
The photo shows a vinyl record album cover for Lee Morgan's Tom Cat displayed on a small wooden stand. The album is part of the Blue Note Classic series, as indicated by the logo in the top left corner. The cover art features a stylized cat face on a wall with a squiggly light trail above it. In the background, there are decorative ceramic vases on the left, a green frog figurine, and a translucent plaque with cursive writing to the right, all set on a wooden table against a brick wall.
December 5, 2025 at 11:22 PM
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Farrar Pond

#Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Autumn #LincolnMA
Farrar Pond The photo shows a serene winter scene with a partially frozen pond surrounded by trees. A rustic wooden fence runs along a grassy path in the foreground, while bare branches stretch overhead. Patches of snow cover the ground and the far side of the pond. The sky is bright blue with a few wispy clouds, adding a crisp, peaceful feel to the landscape.
December 4, 2025 at 12:28 AM