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31 ELo In flie breeze 11 turn By BILL ZAKARIASEN Attending a Lincoln Center Out-of-Doors concert is pretty much an uphill battle, what with the waffling p.a. system, screaming babies, and the constant chatter from those who think al fresco surroundings give them license to do so. Neverthe It Record spinoff nil JAZZ, ROCK, RHYTHM 'n' blues, rock 'n' roll, country and other contemporary music forms in case you hadn't noticed have become a mess. They are now so" interfused that it is difficult to know to what extent the creative process is taking place if it is at all. I don't mean to disparage ail experimenters out there merging various musical forms.

But if I might paraphrase an old saying, such undertakings could be lumped in the category of the last refuge of the untalented. That aphorism was coined to knock avant-gardists a century ago, but it fits today's fusion-minded performers, many of whom are on mindless musical trips. Empty-headed and unable to innovate, they have embarked on a course of gluttonous fusion. While it might be wishful thinking, it would be gracious if an original, distinctive and dynamic music could be developed to mirror the uniqueness of the '80s the way bebop characterized the '40s. Or the way rock, via the Beatles, expressed the turbulence of the '60s.

Each was legitimate music of its respective decade. What we have today is a lot of mishmash going nowhere. Oddly enough, the first serious attempt at fusing two distinctly different! forms the Modern Jazz Quartet's blending of complex European classical modes and earthy blues back in the late '50s harvested a wonderfully esthetic blend. By contrast, many of today's attempts at mixing varied styles of jazz have produced cheap, trashy sounds that besmirch the basic concept of fusion. irr less, there was considerable interest in Wednesday evening's program a concert by the Brooklyn Philharmonia Chamber orchestra playing music by Black and Hispanic composers.

Actually the conductor young Cuban-born Tania Leon was the best news. She is a strong musical personality who has a top-notch baton technique and a beat of utmost clarity. Moreover, the orchestra played extremely well for her. Ms. Leon as composer didn't fare quite so well in two movements from her "Concierto Criolla," an homage to early Ginastera was evident, but outside of presentable energy at the end, it was undistinguished.

Pianist Alison Deane was the accomplished piano soloist. "Spiritual" by Adolphus Hail stork also was basically negligible fragmented dignity is about the best that can be said for it By far the finest work heard was "Sketches Set by noted jazz musician Ed Bland. This is made up of six sort of proto-Webern miniatures of considerably forceful expression (and giving the tympanist quite a workout), showing real personality. The most bizarre moments came from, Colombian composer Francisco Zumaque's Flower an interminable mishmash with occasional singing and declamation accompanying warmed-over Revueltas and late Henze. Soprano Brenda Felicianp, made up and costumed like Yma Sumac, had fun throwing flowers at the audience and at the orchestra, and occasionally she proved she had a voice of substance and cutting power.

210 WEST 70TH STREET INFORMATION: 362 6155 Rex Reed's outspoken comments on new movies, plays and personalities appear in the Daily News, Friday and Sunday. 4 3 4 '(WiW'v I i if- St. if fc-- "vj; 9 1 IBgflfSlE a lilllH These are the men who make up the band that calls itself FCC Kids eat dinner for feee on SiincliivB from 1 to Spunu FCC Do You Believe in Magic? (RCA) Many of today's performers are combining with That's the path taken by FCC (which, by the way, does not stand for the Federal Communications Commission) in this album. For those unfamiliar with this relatively new group, it recently scored a hit with the single, "Baby I Want You." They do not make any earth-shattering creative statements, but this Doobie Brothers-influenced outfit nonetheless has some new and quite interesting songs. All in all, they achieve an effective fusion of and Boz Scaggs should take note of this album.

I love to spoil kids! Especially on Sundays, when kids under twelve can eat for free when they're accompanied by their parent also having dinner. Kids can choose from a Charlieburger on a seeded bun or child's chicken. JIMMY SMITH (Blue Note) This album by bluesbebop organist Jimmy Smith was recorded live at Harlem's Small's Paradise in April of 1958. The heavies featured are drummers Art Blakey and Donald Bailey, alto saxophonist Lou Donaldson and tenor saxophonist Tina Brooks. Smith is a performer and artist of monumental technical skill.

His hands move across the organ with the speed and dexterity of Charlie Parker's on the saxophone. Smith is a powerful player, but he tempers his force by properly injecting the right doses of harmony and melody throughout the album to offset his super rhythmic eruptions. Also, his comping behind Donaldson is unobtrusively brilliant. There is little fusion here but plenty of proof that it is possible to remain within one form and create fresh new ideas. I highly recommend that all organists listen to this record.

KIDS DINNER INCLUDES: all the shrimp and salad they can eat unlimited beverage ice cream or sherbet BUSTA JONES (Spring) This was my first introduction to Busta Jones, a hard-driving urban funk merchant. Disco fanatics will get a definite high on most of the tracks, particularly "I Put A Rush On You." Speaking of fusion, Jones performed an acceptable first by blending soul and punk on the track, "Loose Change," which was quite amusing. My favorite is "(Everybody's) Dancing All Over the World." This is a first-rate album. So let me spoil your kids this Sunday with a free dinner on me and I'll spoil you with a check that's low as can be! This offer may be discontinued at any time. At participating locations only.

Not available In Manhattan Paramus. Vi in STATEN ISLAND Richmond Ave. WESTCHESTER Scarsdale CONNECTICUT West port JACKSON BROWNE Hold Out (Elektr aAsylum) This is an incredibly special album that convinces me that singer Browne has come a long way in his musical development. This is a love story; the liner notes read: "This is for Lynne," his fiance. The album picks up with Browne still wary of relationships and commitments.

I don't want to say more. The listener will have to discover the rest of the story. Those who already know the man and his music will appreciate him even more after listening to this. And those unfamiliar with him will be thrilled to know, that despite the mediocrity on today's scene, there are some people who are still doing their own thing, and quite well, too. CARMEN LEGGIO Another Gem -(Leggio) This is an intelligent and tasteful jazz endeavor by John Carmelo Leggio, a veteran tenor and alto saxophonist who acquired a reputation as a solid jazzman in the '50s, playing with Terry Gibbs, Benny Goodman and Maynard Ferguson.

The only real fusion found on this album is on the tune "Wave," penned by Antonio Carlos Jobim it has that wonderful feeling of Brazil. However, the form prevailing here is bebop. Drummer Gene Krupa can be heard on several of the tracks. However, the real added attraction is Frank Dunlop, Thelonious Monk's ex-drummer. The record, produced by Leggio, can be purchased by writing to P.O.

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