1: Parker's Mood
In this, the first of two programmes, Charles Fox presents a portrait of the man and his times. Parker was the most important musician to appear in jazz after Louis Arm strong, not only influencing other saxophone players, but also inaugurating a new approach to improvisation.
With reminiscences from his contemporaries including JAY MCSHANN , DIZZY GILLESPIE, BILLY ECKSTINE and SONNY STITT
Producer DEREK DRESCHER