This CD includes the last studio sessions prior to Parker's death. The opening tracks by a studio big band include delightful and emotional solos by Parker, but the arrangements are rather heavy.... more

First famous as a powerful big-band singer, Helen got the chance to show off the subtlety and sweetness she was capable of on these '50s and '60s small-group recordings. Here are her wonderful... more

Includes The King Swings; It Could Happen to You; Easy Groove, and more.

Ted Curson is best known for his incredible work with the Charlie Mingus Band alongside alto saxophonist Eric Dolphy, as well as his ground-breaking "experimental" recordings for the Freedom and Town... more

From Vitacoustic, Sansation, King sides.

From Victor, Gennett, Paramount, Decca, Bluebird and Session sides.

This CD picks up with an extended studio session by a touring band. On March 1, 1953, Mezzrow presented the group at a concert which was also recorded (CLC #1393). The opening tracks, are superior... more

From Bluebird material sides.

Material from Majestic sides.

Volume 7 of the complete sessions of Stan Getz opens with four tracks by the saxophonist plus rhythm, including drummer Max Roach. Getz remained active mainly on the West Coast throughout 1954,... more