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Ed van der Elsken
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Art Blakey in het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

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Art Blakey in het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-298-5-90

The image is a black and white photograph of a man, with the focus on his face which occupies most of the frame. His expression is contemplative or serious as he gazes slightly to one side away from the camera's perspective. He appears middle-aged with defined cheekbones, deep-set eyes, and visible wrinkles around them suggesting age and perhaps an active lifestyle. The lighting accentuates these features sharply against his skin tone. He wears a suit jacket over what seems to be a light-colored dress shirt paired with a dark tie. His ears are adorned with earrings, which stand out prominently due to the high contrast of the image. There is significant shadowing in the background, indicating that this photograph was likely taken during an event or gathering as there appears to be indistinct figures and lights blurred behind him. The overall composition suggests a formal setting, possibly a concert given some context clues like "in het Concertgebouw" which could hint at being Amst

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #artblakey #concertgebouw

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Ed van der Elsken
@EdvdElsken@mastodon.ozioso.online
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Art Blakey in het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

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Art Blakey in het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-298-5-47

The image captures a moment from what appears to be an energetic jazz performance, featuring drummer Art Blakey in the foreground. He is dressed formally with a suit and tie, intensely focused on his drum set which includes at least two cymbals and several drums of various sizes. His posture suggests he's either playing or has just finished a spirited beat. The background shows a group of engaged spectators seated closely together around him, their attention directed towards the performance. The audience members display varied expressions—some are intently watching Blakey while others appear to be conversing among themselves. Their attire is more casual compared to his formal wear. This black and white photo carries an air of vintage appeal, likely from a 1958 concert as indicated by the provided source link which credits Ed van der Elsken for capturing this scene in Amsterdam's Concertgebouw. The overall composition conveys both the passion of live jazz music and its communal ex

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #artblakey #concertgebouw #blakey

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Ed van der Elsken
@EdvdElsken@mastodon.ozioso.online
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Art Blakey met de Jazz Messengers in het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

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Art Blakey met de Jazz Messengers in het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-298-5-48

The image captures a dynamic moment during a jazz performance with multiple musicians on stage. A central figure is energetically striking the snare drum, highlighted by dramatic spotlighting that accentuates his action and the movement of his limbs. Surrounding him are other members of what appears to be an ensemble; some hold brass instruments such as trombones or trumpets, while others play percussion like a bass drum and cymbals. The audience is in various states of engagement—some leaning forward attentively with hands near their mouths suggesting applause or anticipation, others sitting back more passively observing the performance. The image exudes an atmosphere of intense live music performance from what could be mid-20th century judging by attire and photographic style; it's black-and-white film that captures a significant cultural event possibly in Amsterdam during 1958 as per provided context.

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #artblakey

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