Petite Fleur

Sidney Bechet · 1952 (year to be confirmed)

Context

Composed by Sidney Bechet in France in 1952, this soprano saxophone melody is one of his best-known titles. The track enjoyed very wide international success, notably through Chris Barber's version in 1956, and has been covered by many artists. French lyrics were added in 1959.

In the genealogy of jazz

This track belongs to Traditional revival, New Orleans jazz. Among the origins and influences of Traditional revival: New Orleans jazz.

By the same artist

• King Porter Stomp (Sidney Bechet & Dutch Swing College Band) (1954)
• Les oignons (1949)

Sources

• FR: Petite Fleur (chanson)
• EN: Petite Fleur

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