Bud Powell - The Amazing Bud Powell, Vol. 1 [Expanded]

Primary Artist
Bud Powell
Album Title
The Amazing Bud Powell, Vol. 1 [Expanded]
Release Date
August, 1949 
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Review by Scott Yanow
This CD gives one a strong sampling of pianist Bud Powell at his best. Powell is heard on a classic session with trumpeter Fats Navarro and tenor saxophonist Sonny Rollins (which is highlighted by exciting versions of "Dance of the Infidels," "52nd Street Theme," and "Bouncing With Bud") and in a trio for "Over the Rainbow" and his intense "Un Poco Loco." [The 2001 reissue offers nine alternate takes: two versions of "Bouncing With Bud," "It Could Happen to You," Read More