Biographies, Jazz, Blues, & World Artists, Charlie Parker

in-depth and closely analytical...an essential addition to the collection of anyone interested in creative improvised music from a musicological point of view — Cadence More…

In the centenary year of Bird's birth, Martin adds a welcome, solid piece of musical scholarship. Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates through faculty; professionals — Choice More…

Another in the impressive series of discography from Greenwood Press....Mr. Komara has done a super job in detailing the Comet and Dial sessions of Charlie Parker....This book will prove indispensable... — IAJRC Journal More…

A tribute . . . to Parker's gift and grief. Giddins gives the man his due — Los Angeles Times More…