Three versions of the same composition, played by different artists.
On 29 August last, Concertzender gave ample attention to the 100th anniversary of alto saxophone player Charlie Yardbird Parker (1920-1955). In the next few weeks, as follow-up, you will hear more music of Parker in this programme, also by other performers of his compositions.
Today the sixth episode with the following compositions:
• Ornithology, written in 1946.
• Constellation, written in 1948.
• Dexterity, written in 1947.
Tracks / CDs used:
• Ornithology
01 C. Parker Compl. Savoy/Dial Savoy
02 B. Evans Solo vol. 2 Milestone
03 C. Mingus/C. Parker The Young Rebel Proper
04 G. Mulligan Compl. Pacific Jazz Rec. Capitol
05 J. Maini Small Group Rec. Lone Hill
• Constellation
06 C. Parker Compl. Dial/Savoy Rec. Savoy
07 S. Stitt Tune Up/Constellation Gambit
08 Y. Lateef Compl. 1957 Sessions Fresh Sound
• Dexterity
09 C. Parker Compl. Savoy/Dial Savoy
10 W. Overgauw Just Friends Black Jack
11 Y. Lateef Lost In Sound Collectables
