Monster Essays - Charlie Parker At Storyville
Charlie Parker at Storyville
The set by Charlie Parker, at Storyville is a perfect example of bop or bebop. It fits almost all of the criteria we use to define bop. These criteria include, but are not limited to: fast tempo, display of instrumental virtuosity, complex melodies and harmonies, an unresolved character, highly syncopated and masterful improvisations. These were all shown throughout this set.
The compact disc I chose is actually a compilation of two different live sets 6 months apart. Both sets include Charlie Parker yet his accompaniment changes (see linear notes). Throughout this set it is....
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