Dive into the vibrant world of bebop and jazz with Charlie Ventura's "The Complete Pasadena Concert 1949." This historic live album, released by Fresh Sound Records in 2010, captures the electrifying energy of a 1949 performance, offering a rare glimpse into the golden age of jazz. Spanning over an hour and thirteen minutes, the album features a dynamic setlist that includes classics like "East of Suez," "How High the Moon," and "Over the Rainbow," alongside lesser-known gems like "Boptura" and "Dark Eyes." Ventura's masterful clarinet and tenor saxophone skills shine throughout, backed by an impressive ensemble of musicians introduced in the track "Introduction of Musicians / The Peanut Vendor." Whether you're a longtime fan of Charlie Ventura or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a thrilling journey through the rich tapestry of jazz history.
Tracks
IntroductionCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
YesterdaysCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
Introduction of Musicians / The Peanut VendorCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
EuphoriaCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
Fine and DandyCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
East of SuezCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
If I Had YouCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
I'm Forever Blowing BubblesCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
Pennies from HeavenCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
How High the MoonCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
FlamingoCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
BirdlandCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
Body and SoulCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
Lullaby in RhythmCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
BopturaCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
Over the RainbowCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
Dark EyesCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
High on an Open MikeCharlie Ventura, Charlie Ventura's "Bop for the People" Septet
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