Savoy Jazz · in the Kissa Kissa racks
Bird's Night A Celebration Of The Music Of Charlie Parker
| Recorded | Aug 12, 1957 |
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| Label | Savoy Jazz |
| Released | 1957 |
| Personnel | 6 credited players |
| Discogs | master 932852 |
The record
Two years after Parker's death, this Savoy session hears Woods and Socolow trade phrases over Duke Jordan's piano, a direct line back to Bird's own rhythm sections. Payne's baritone adds low-end heft to what plays as homage, not imitation.
Session personnel
- Phil Woods — alto saxophone
- Frank Socolow — alto saxophone, tenor saxophone
- Cecil Payne — baritone saxophone
- Wendell Marshall — bass
- Art Taylor — drums
- Duke Jordan — piano
Contemporary reception
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Pressings
| 1984 | Savoy Jazz — STEREO |
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