Now's The Time - Charlie Parker (10 CD box set) - Near Mint (NM)

Condition: Used

Media Condition: Near Mint (NM)

Sleeve Condition: Near Mint (NM)

Condition Notes:

10CD box set

Now's The Time by Charlie Parker.

Charlie Parker delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.

Musical Analysis:
Charlie Parker leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.

Album Story:
"Now's The Time," a legendary piece by jazz virtuoso Charlie Parker, stands as a cornerstone of modern jazz, encapsulating the innovative spirit of the genre in the 1940s. This track, recorded during the bebop revolution, showcases Parker's groundbreaking approach to improvisation, characterized by rapid-fire melodies and intricate harmonic structures. With its infectious rhythm and transcendent solos, "Now's The Time" exemplifies the way Parker challenged traditional jazz norms, breathing new life into the art form and influencing countless musicians. The album is not just a collection of songs; it symbolizes a pivotal moment in music history where creativity and individual expression flourished, making it an essential listen for any jazz enthusiast.

Investing in "Now's The Time" means acquiring more than just an album; it’s an invitation to experience the heartbeat of jazz evolution. Parker's exceptional artistry invites listeners into a world where the unexpected becomes the norm, leaving them in awe of his technical prowess and emotional depth. The album

Pressing Details:
Track Listing:
1-1. Swingmatism
1-2. The Jumpin' Blues
1-3. Now's The Time
1-4. I'll Always Love You
1-5. Romance Without Finance
1-6. Red Cross
1-7. Dream Of You
1-8. Groovin´ High
1-9. Dizzy Athosphere
1-10. All The Things You Are
1-11. Salt Peanuts
1-12. Shaw ´Nuff
1-13. Hat House
1-14. Hallelujah
1-15. Get Happy
1-16. Slam Slam Blues
1-17. Congo Blues
1-18. Takin´ Off
1-19. 20th Century Blues
1-20. The Street Beat
2-1. Warming Up A Riff
2-2. Billie's Bounce
2-3. Now's The Time
2-4. Thriving On A Riff
2-5. Meandering
2-6. Ko-Ko
2-7. Dizzy's Boogie
2-8. Flat Foot Boogie
2-9. Poppity Pop
2-10. Slim's Jam
2-11. Diggin' Diz
2-12. Moose The Mooche
2-13. Yardbird Suite
2-14. Ornithology
2-15. Night In Tunisia
2-16. Max (Is) Making Wax
2-17. Lover Man
2-18. The Gypsy
2-19. Be-Bop
2-20. This Is Always
3-1. Dark Shadows
3-2. Bird's Nest
3-3. Cool Blues
3-4. Relaxin' At Camarillo
3-5. Cheers
3-6. Carvin' The Bird
3-7. Stupendous
3-8. Donna Lee
3-9. Chasin' The Bird
3-10. Cheryl
3-11. Buzzy
3-12. Milestones
3-13. Little Willie Leaps
3-14. Half Nelson
3-15. Slippin' The Bells
3-16. Dexterity
3-17. Bongo Pop
3-18. Dewey Square
3-19. The Hymn
3-20. Bird Of Paradise
4-1. Embraceable You
4-2. Bird Feathers
4-3. Klact-Oveeseds-Tene
4-4. Scrapple From The Apple
4-5. My Old Flame
4-6. Out Of Nowhere
4-7. Don't Blame Me
4-8. Drifting On A Reed
4-9. Quasimodo
4-10. Charlie's Wig
4-11. Bongo Beep
4-12. Crazeology
4-13. How Deep Is The Ocean?
4-14. Another Hair-Do
4-15. Blue Bird
4-16. Klaunstance
4-17. Bird Gets The Worm
4-18. Barbados
4-19. Ah-Leu-Cha
4-20. Constellation
5-1. Parker's Mood
5-2. Perhaps
5-3. Marmaduke
5-4. Steeplechase
5-5. Merry-Go-Round
5-6. Segment
5-7. Cardboard
5-8. Passport
5-9. Star Eyes
5-10. Ballade
5-11. Bloomdido
5-12. My Melancholy Baby
5-13. Relaxin' With Lee
5-14. Leap Frog
5-15. An Oscar For Treadwell
5-16. Mohawk
5-17. My Melancholy Baby
5-18. Relaxin' With Lee
5-19. Overtime
5-20. Victory Ball
6-1. Oh, Lady, Be Good!
6-2. A Night In Tunisia
6-3. Dizzy Athmosphere
6-4. Groovin' High
6-5. Confirmation
6-6. Ko-Ko
6-7. Embraceable You
6-8. Ornithology
6-9. Cheryl
6-10. Ko-Ko
6-11. Bird Of Paradise
6-12. Now's The Time
7-1. Sweet Georgia Brown (Part I + II)
7-2. Lady Be Good (Part I + II)
7-3. Ballad Medley
7-4. What Is This Thing Called Love
7-5. Jam Blues
8-1. Mango Mangue
8-2. No Noise (Part I + II)
8-3. My Little Suede Shoes
8-4. Okiedoke
8-5. Un Poquito De Tu Amor
8-6. Why Do I Love You?
8-7. Tico-Tico
8-8. Fiesta
8-9. Afro-Cuban Jazz Suite
8-10. La Cucaracha
8-11. Mama Inez
8-12. Estrellita
8-13. La Paloma
8-14. Begin The Beguine
9-1. The Opener
9-2. Lover Man
9-3. Swedish Schnapps
9-4. Blues For Alice
9-5. K.C. Blues
9-6. She Rote
9-7. Star Eyes
9-8. Funky Blues
9-9. I Can't Get Started
9-10. What Is This Thing Called Love?What Is This Thing Called Love?
10-1. Easy To Love
10-2. Summertime
10-3. I Didn't Know What Time It Was
10-4. If I Should Lose You
10-5. Just Friends
10-6. Everything Happens To Me
10-7. I'm In The Mood For Love
10-8. I'll Remember April
10-9. Dancing In The Dark
10-10. Out Of Nowhere
10-11. Laura
10-12. East Of The Sun
10-13. They Can't Take That Away From Me
10-14. Temptation
10-15. Lover
10-16. Autumn In New York
10-17. Stella By Starlight

Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.

Collector's Notes:
Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.

Artist: Charlie Parker

Format: 1LP

Genre: Jazz

Label: Documents

Catalog Number: 222921-321

Release Year: 2005

Country: Germany