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Charlie Parker

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Last broadcast 30 Nov 2008, 00:00 on BBC Radio 3.

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Alyn Shipton explores the music of saxophonist Charlie Parker, still regarded as one of the greatest soloists and innovators in jazz. He looks at Parker's work from the earliest big band days until his premature death, including his partnerships with Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis and Fats Navarro. Studio guests are Brian Priestley, who discusses Parker's live recordings, and Peter King, who explains his significance as a saxophonist.

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  1. 30 Nov 2008
    00:00
    BBC Radio 3

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