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Also on the program… June Christy and a fine version of 'My Ship' from 1959, Lennie Tristano and a classic recording with Lee Konitz and Warne Marsh. Plus new releases from Marc Johnson and partner Elaine Elias, Steve Sedergreen and more.
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Modest meetingBroadcast
Sep 15, 2012. 5:05pm - 7:00pm
Sep 18, 2012. 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sep 18, 2012. 9:00pm - 11:00pm
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Charles "Charlie" Parker, Jr. (August 29, 1920 – March 12, 1955), also known as "Yardbird" and "Bird", was an American jazz saxophonist and composer. Miles Davis once said, "You can tell the history of jazz in four words: Louis Armstrong. Charlie Parker. " Parker acquired the nickname "Yardbird" early in his career and the shortened form, "Bird", which continued to be used for the rest of his...
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Forget football. Observing at this stunning musical lineup, I 'm reminded why Jazztrack remains an essential part of my weekend.
Oh to have been present when Bird, Bean And Pres were out there together! We dream, we seek, we love and maybe we fly.
Christopher Lynch.
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