Album: Dexter Rides Again by Dexter Gordon (1996)
Genre: Jazz
Format: Album

Artist Background: Dexter Gordon (February 27, 1923 - April 25, 1990) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist. He was among the earliest tenor players to adapt the bebop musical language of people such as Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and Bud Powell to the instrument. His studio and live performance career spanned over 40 years. Gordon's height was 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm), so he was also known as "Long Tall Dexter" and "Sophisticated Giant". He played a Conn 10M 'Ladyface' tenor until it was stolen in a Pari... Part of the Los Angeles, USA music scene. Associated with Jazz movement.

Music Scene: Part of the Los Angeles, USA music scene. Associated with Jazz movement.

Tags: Jazz, 1990s, Album


Dexter Rides Again

Dexter Gordon

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