Charlie Parker - Live Performances
Review by Frans Brakenhoff
Live Performances by Charlie Parker is a must-have album for jazz enthusiasts who appreciate the genius of one of the most influential saxophonists in history. The album features live recordings from various concerts and radio broadcasts in the 1940s and 1950s, showcasing Parker's incredible improvisational skills and his ability to push the boundaries of jazz.
The album opens with a lively rendition of "Scrapple from the Apple," which sets the tone for the rest of the album. Parker's solos are full of energy and creativity, and his bandmates (including Dizzy Gillespie, Max Roach, and Bud Powell) provide solid support throughout.
The album includes several classic Parker tunes, such as "Ornithology," "Ko-Ko," and "Parker's Mood," which are given fresh interpretations in these live performances. The album also features a few lesser-known tracks, such as "Moose the Mooche" and "Relaxin' at Camarillo," which are equally impressive.
One of the highlights of the album is Parker's performance of "Embraceable You," which showcases his ability to play with sensitivity and emotion. The album also includes a few ballads, such as "Lover Man" and "My Funny Valentine," which provide a nice contrast to the more uptempo tracks.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Ornithology | 5:23 | |
| White Christmas | 4:42 | |
| Groovin' High | 04:38 | |
| Slow Boat to China | 04:56 | |
| Groovin' High | 4:37 | |
| Tiger Rag | 3:35 | |
| Big Foot | 4:32 | |
| Little Willie Leaps | 3:30 | |
| Half Nelson | 4:20 | |
| Slow Boat To China | 4:50 |
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Catalog Numbers
- GET1020
- SX 1646
Labels
- Get Back
- Polskie Nagrania Muza
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Formats
- Vinyl
- LP
- Reissue
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Licensed From | ESP-Disk' |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Alto Saxophone | Charlie Parker |
| Bass | Ray Brown (tracks: A1), Tommy Potter (tracks: A2 to B4) |
| Clarinet | John La Porta (tracks: A1) |
| Drums | Max Roach |
| Guitar | Billy Bauer (tracks: A1) |
| Piano | Al Haig (tracks: A2 to B4), Lennie Tristano (tracks: A1) |
| Trumpet | Dizzy Gillespie (tracks: A1), Kenny Dorham (tracks: B2 to B4), Miles Davis (tracks: A2 to B1) |
| Design | M. Majewski |
| Liner Notes | Henryk Z. Choliński |
Notes
- ESP-BIRD-1 on front cover upper left, SIAE company sticker on rear with label and code
- "Tiger Rag" was broadcast on September 20, 1947;
- "Groovin' High", "Big Foot", "Ornithology", "Slow Boat To China" were broadcast on December 11, 1948;
- "Half Nelson", "White Christmas", "Little Willie Leaps" were broadcast on December 25, 1948.
Barcodes
- Barcode: 8013252102111
- Matrix / Runout (Side A): S3X 1646 A
- Matrix / Runout (Variant 2 Side A runout, stamped): S3X 1646 A - 2
- Matrix / Runout (Side B): S3X 1646 B-4
- Matrix / Runout (Variant 2 Side B runout, stamped): S3X 1646 B
- Rights Society: BIEM
