Crossin' the Channel

Bud Powell · 1958 · Composition de Powell, tempo rapide

Context

Marc Davis, in DownBeat, calls it the album's most striking piece, a fast, energetic tune reminiscent of early bebop. Bud Powell composition recorded on December 29, 1958.

In the genealogy of jazz

This track belongs to Bebop (Minton's, Monroe's), Hard bop. Among the origins and influences of Bebop: Kansas City, Swing, big bands.

By the same artist

• Cleopatra's Dream (1958)
• Comin' Up (1958)
• Glass Enclosure (1953)
• Un Poco Loco (1951)
• Tempus Fugue-It (1949)

Sources

• EN: The Scene Changes (Bud Powell album)

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