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Bud Powell
Born: 27th September 1924, Harlem, New York, USA
Died: 31st July 1966, Kings County, New York, USA
Nationality: American
Earl Rudolph "Bud" Powell was an American jazz pianist and composer. Along with Charlie Parker, Thelonious Monk, Kenny Clarke and Dizzy Gillespie, Powell was a leading figure in the development of modern jazz. His virtuosity led many to call him the Charlie Parker of the piano. Powell was also a composer, and many jazz critics credit his works and his playing as having "greatly extended the range of jazz harmony".
Read more at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bud_Powell
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Further Reading: Bud Powell
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The Amazing Bud Powell Volumes 1 & 2
19th Jun 2020
Matt revisits timeless recordings from the genius who defined bebop piano, Bud Powell.
All Genres: Bud Powell
Bebop
Big Band & Swing
Hard Bop
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