Celebrating Charlie Parker's 105th Birthday and His Perfomance of "Fine and Dandy"
Executive Summary This article celebrates the 105th birthday of jazz legend Charlie Parker on August 29, 2025, by highlighting his iconic performance of…
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Phil Woods (Ep. 40): The Most Virtuosic Alto Saxophonist Post-Charlie Parker
Executive Summary Phil Woods (1931-2015) was a legendary American bebop and neo-bop alto saxophonist, clarinetist, and bandleader celebrated for his stunning virtuosity and…
Sharel Cassity: A Rising Star in Jazz
Executive Summary Sharel Cassity is a renowned American jazz saxophonist, composer, and educator who has made a significant impact on the jazz scene.
The Triumph of Charlie Parker
Introduction My three favorite saxophone players of all time are Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, and David Sanborn for one simple reason: they didn't…
Episode 3: The Blues Sax, Hank Crawford & David Sanborn (Details)
My favorite saxophonist of all time is Charlie Parker, but both Hank Crawford and David Sanborn are very high up on my list.
Charlie Parker's composition "Segment"
Vincent Herring is an alto saxophonist who wants to master Charlie Parker's music. Today, he is focused on Charlie Parker's composition "Segment". Please…