Charlie Parker - Charlie Parker The Complete Dial Sessions

Review by Katey Weeks

Charlie Parker The Complete Dial Sessions is a must-have for any jazz enthusiast. This album features Parker's recordings from the Dial label, which are considered some of his most important and influential work.

The album includes 89 tracks, which were recorded between 1946 and 1947. Parker's virtuosity and unique style are on full display throughout the album. His ability to improvise and play with incredible speed and precision is truly remarkable.

The album features a variety of compositions, including Parker's own compositions as well as standards from the Great American Songbook. The musicians who accompany Parker on these recordings are also top-notch, including such jazz luminaries as Dizzy Gillespie, Max Roach, and Miles Davis.

Summary by Katey Weeks

The sound quality of the recordings is excellent, and the liner notes provide valuable historical context for each track. Charlie Parker The Complete Dial Sessions is an essential addition to any jazz collection and a testament to Parker's enduring legacy as one of the greatest jazz musicians of all time.