Long Tall Dexter

Dexter Gordon · 1946

Context

Composition by Dexter Gordon recorded for Savoy on January 29, 1946, the same day as Dexter Rides Again and Dexter Digs In. It was collected in 1958 on the album Dexter Rides Again.

In the genealogy of jazz

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

By the same artist

• The Chase (1947)
• Willow Weep for Me (1963)
• Fried Bananas (1969)
• Good Bait (1969)
• 'Round Midnight (film Tavernier) (1986)

Sources

• EN: Dexter Rides Again

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