Product details
- Label Prestige
- Artist Charlie Parker
- Format 2LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 1973
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed No
- Media Condition Near Mint (NM)
- Sleeve Condition Near Mint (NM)
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The Greatest Jazz Concert Ever by Charlie Parker featuring Dizzy Gillespie, Bud Powell, Charles Mingus, Max Roach.
Charlie Parker navigated jazz fusion's emergence while staying true to artistic vision.
Musical Analysis:
Charlie Parker leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. Featuring Dizzy Gillespie, Bud Powell, Charles Mingus, Max Roach – each adding layers of complexity. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
"The Greatest Jazz Concert Ever" by Charlie Parker, released on Prestige Records, stands as a monumental testament to the brilliance of jazz during its golden age. Recorded live in the 1950s, this album captures not just the technical mastery of Parker's saxophone but also the electrifying atmosphere of a spontaneous, vibrant performance. Featuring a stellar lineup of fellow jazz legends like Dizzy Gillespie and Max Roach, each track encapsulates a rich tapestry of innovative improvisation and heartfelt emotion, resonating with the soul of a generation. The dynamic interplay between musicians creates a unique sonic landscape, pulling the listener into an unforgettable night of musical discovery that seems almost surreal.
What sets "The Greatest Jazz Concert Ever" apart is not merely its star-studded ensemble or brilliant execution; it is the raw energy and passion that radiates throughout the album. The recording serves as a historical touchstone, inviting listeners to experience the magic of live jazz as it was meant to be—unfiltered and alive.
Pressing Details:
Track Listing:
A1. Perdido
A2. Salt Peanuts
A3. All The Things You Are
B1. Wee
B2. Hot House
B3. A Night In Tunisia
C1. Embraceable You
C2. Sure Thing
C3. My Devotion
C4. Polka Dots And Moonbeams
C5. Cherokee
D1. Jubilee
D2. I've Got You Under My Skin
D3. My Heart Stood Still
D4. I Want To Be Happy
D5. Lullaby Of Birdand
Credits:
Charlie Parker - Alto Saxophone (A1 to B3)
Tony Lane (2) - Art Direction, Design
Phil Carroll - Artwork [Cover Art]
Charles Mingus - Bass
Max Roach - Drums
Stephen Davis (3) - Liner Notes
Bud Powell - Piano
Mike Reese - Remastered By
Dizzy Gillespie - Trumpet (A1 to B3)
Notes:
Recorded live at Massey Music Hall, Toronto in May, 1953.
Sides A and B previously released as Fantasy 6003 - "Jazz At Massey Hall".
Sides C and D previously released as Fantasy 86006 - "The Bud Powell Trio with Charles Mingus and Max Roach".
Runouts are etched. All second "P"s in runouts are scratched out.
R in runouts indicates pressing plant.
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:
Prestige captured essential jazz sessions with authentic spontaneity. Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Charlie Parker
Supporting Artists: Dizzy Gillespie, Bud Powell, Charles Mingus, Max Roach
Format: 2LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Prestige
Catalog Number: PR 24024
Release Year: 1973
Country: United States
Condition: Near Mint
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