Charlie Parker - Chasin' The Bird Deluxe Edition (Graphic Novel + Limited Edition Vinyl + Art Prints)
Charlie Parker - Chasin' The Bird Deluxe Edition (Graphic Novel + Limited Edition Vinyl + Art Prints)
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December 1945 began a tumultuous two year-stint for Bird bumming around L.A., showing up at jam sessions, crashing on people’s couches, causing havoc in public places, and recording some of his most groundbreaking tracks.
The graphic novel explores Bird’s relationship with the characters and events he encountered during his time in L.A. including recording some of his signature songs with Dial Record founder Ross Russell, a brief but influential stay at the home of famed jazz photographer William Claxton, a party for the ages at the ranch home of artist Jirayr Zorthian, and others who found themselves in the orbit of the jazz genius. Named after Charlie Parker’s 1947 standard, Chasin’ the Bird adapts one of the sunnier, but darker chapters in the life of Bird, beautifully written and illustrated by Dave Chisholm. Foreword by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
The Deluxe Edition of the graphic novel includes:
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- AAAlec A.I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year ago5 Stars
Very cool book covering the California sojourn. Pretty well researched coverage of the life of Bird during this time. No punches pulled regarding Parker's brilliance and the monkey on his back. As if to underline his human frailties, the 45 included shows Bird struggling at what he did best. I have listened to most of his recordings and these are sad. He did great work in California too. A revealing portrait!
Was this helpful? - SKShankar K.I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars4 years ago5 Stars
The deluxe edition is gorgeous! The graphic novel is beautifully illustrated and evocative. Love the 45 rpm vinyl recording. Excellent tribute to Bird!!! Thank you
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