Charlie Parker – The Magnificent Charlie Parker

Charlie Parker’s The Magnificent Charlie Parker is an essential for any vinyl enthusiast. This sumptuous vinyl brings together all of Parker’s 78 RPM singles for Clef Records, recorded in January and August 1951, and features a veritable line-up of jazz greats including Miles Davis, Charles Mingus, Gil Evans, Max Roach, Roy Haynes, Kenny Clarke and John Lewis showcasing many of Parker’s best-known compositions, including “Au Privave,” “Si Si” and “Swedish Schnapps,” and features the classic David Stone Martin cover and original Clef labelling. This edition includes high-quality pressings and a detailed recount of the album’s influential moments, from recording sessions to its role in shaping musical trends.