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In 1946, Charlie Parker was committed to Camarillo State Mental Hospital, after a series of incidents related to his heroin addiction and h… read moreIn 1946, Charlie Parker was committed to Camarillo State Mental Hospital, after a series of incidents related to his heroin addiction and heavy drinking. Coming out of the hospital, Parker was initially clean and healthy, and proceeded … read moreIn 1946, Charlie Parker was committed to Camarillo State Mental Hospital, after a series of incidents related to his heroin addiction and heavy drinking. Coming out of the hospital, Parker was initially clean and healthy, and proceeded to do some of the best playing and recording of his career. … read more -
Charlie Parker & Miles Davis
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The album "Bird & Miles" offers a priceless gift: the bebop tunes of two of the most influential jazz players ever: Charlie P… read moreThe album "Bird & Miles" offers a priceless gift: the bebop tunes of two of the most influential jazz players ever: Charlie Parker and Miles Davis. Superbly orchestrated, the virtuosi seamlessly entwine their instruments in… read moreThe album "Bird & Miles" offers a priceless gift: the bebop tunes of two of the most influential jazz players ever: Charlie Parker and Miles Davis. Superbly orchestrated, the virtuosi seamlessly entwine their instruments in a display of technical prowess, cool jazzin' and love … read more -
Dizzy Gillespie
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John Birks "Dizzy" Gillespie (October 21, 1917 – January 6, 1993) was an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer and occasi… read moreJohn Birks "Dizzy" Gillespie (October 21, 1917 – January 6, 1993) was an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer and occasional singer. Dizzy Gillespie was a trumpet virtuoso and improviser, building on the virtuoso style… read moreJohn Birks "Dizzy" Gillespie (October 21, 1917 – January 6, 1993) was an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer and occasional singer. Dizzy Gillespie was a trumpet virtuoso and improviser, building on the virtuoso style of Roy Eldridge but adding layers of harmonic complexity pr… read more -
Charlie Parker and His Orchestra
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Charlie Parker Quartet
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Charlie Parker played with several formations under his own name, quartets, quinetets, septets, etc, some large orchestras with vocalists, … read moreCharlie Parker played with several formations under his own name, quartets, quinetets, septets, etc, some large orchestras with vocalists, and, in his later years, with pick-up bands of local musicians whever he was currently appearing. … read moreCharlie Parker played with several formations under his own name, quartets, quinetets, septets, etc, some large orchestras with vocalists, and, in his later years, with pick-up bands of local musicians whever he was currently appearing. Two of the Quartets (one also known as The Quartet of Charli… read more -
Bud Powell
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Earl Rudolph "Bud" Powell (September 27, 1924 – July 31, 1966) was one of the most influential pianists in the history of jazz. Along with Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie he was instrumental in the development of bebop, and … read moreEarl Rudolph "Bud" Powell (September 27, 1924 – July 31, 1966) was one of the most influential pianists in the history of jazz. Along with Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie he was instrumental in the development of bebop, and his virtuosity as a pianist led many to call him "the C… read more -
Charlie Parker & Dizzy Gillespie
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Jazz saxophonist Charlie Parker (also known as Yardbird or Bird) and trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie are known for having collaborated a large nu… read moreJazz saxophonist Charlie Parker (also known as Yardbird or Bird) and trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie are known for having collaborated a large number of times. The most popular collaboration is the album Bird and Diz, released in 1952, to much… read moreJazz saxophonist Charlie Parker (also known as Yardbird or Bird) and trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie are known for having collaborated a large number of times. The most popular collaboration is the album Bird and Diz, released in 1952, to much critical acclaim. View wiki -
Dexter Gordon
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Dexter Gordon (February 27, 1923 – April 25, 1990) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist. He was among the earliest tenor players to adapt… read moreDexter Gordon (February 27, 1923 – April 25, 1990) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist. He was among the earliest tenor players to adapt the bebop musical language of people such as Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and Bud Powell to t… read moreDexter Gordon (February 27, 1923 – April 25, 1990) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist. He was among the earliest tenor players to adapt the bebop musical language of people such as Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and Bud Powell to the instrument. His studio and live performance career spanne… read more -
John Coltrane
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John William Coltrane (Hamlet, North Carolina, September 23, 1926 – Huntington, New York, July 17, 1967) was an American jazz saxophonist… read moreJohn William Coltrane (Hamlet, North Carolina, September 23, 1926 – Huntington, New York, July 17, 1967) was an American jazz saxophonist and composer. American jazz great John Coltrane emerged in the 1950s, playing tenor and soprano s… read moreJohn William Coltrane (Hamlet, North Carolina, September 23, 1926 – Huntington, New York, July 17, 1967) was an American jazz saxophonist and composer. American jazz great John Coltrane emerged in the 1950s, playing tenor and soprano sax with Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis and Thelonious Monk. A … read more