SKU: M7.AHW-1901

The 'Charlie Parker Yardbird Originals' were originally published in 1954 by my dad, Dr. Charles Colin. In his memoir, 'Reflections II', he includes the colorful story of how it came to be that he met Charlie Parker and would publish this early work. Using most of Pop's lingo, here is a synopsis of that story: 'In the 40's - early 50's 'I' had eight studios on the second floor at 111 West 48th Street with several outstanding teachers. One of whom was Jimmy Abato who played bass clarinet with the Met. Between lessons, Jimmy relaxed at Jim and Andy's, a bar frequented by the top studio and recording artists where they would all meet for a few congenial moments in between sessions. One day Jimmy was chatting with Charlie Parker who confided that he was going through difficult times and was looking for a way to earn some cash. Jimmy, knowing that pop was into music publishing, suggested that Parker and he meet with the idea that he write a few Be Bop tunes that could be printed in book form. Even though Bebop was not yet in the mainstream or necessarily accepted by the music world, pop had great admiration and confidence in 'Charlie Parker' and was willing to make the considerable investment.' Each of the 5 tunes is presented here transposed into B-flat, C, and E-flat, alongside a piano accompaniment. Take a look at the sample pages to the left and then click above to get a physical copy sent directly to your door.

SKU: HL.265664

ISBN 9781540022349. UPC: 888680732233. 9.0x12.0x0.552 inches.

This second volume follows up on the success of the original volume of solos transcribed exactly from recordings by the Bird with 60 more of Parker's best. Songs include: Bird Feathers • Bird of Paradise • Body and Soul • Cherokee (Indian Love Song) • Cool Blues • Crazeology • Drifting on a Reed • Embraceable You • Groovin' High • I'll Remember April • Love for Sale • My Old Flame • A Night in Tunisia • On a Slow Boat to China • Quasimodo • 'Round Midnight • Salt Peanuts • Sweet Georgia Brown • Tiny's Tempo • What Is This Thing Called Love? • and more. Includes preface by book transcriber Charles “Doc” Stewart.

SKU: RU.10353S

9 x 12 inches.

RBC Publication’s Legacy of the March Series brings you timeless marches meticulously edited by Dr. Timothy Rhea. These works - beautifully engraved, are the perfect addition to your march library. Within this catalog you will find works by legendary march writers including Sousa, Fillmore, King, Peters and many more. Score Videos, professional recordings, and preview scores are all available to peruse from rbcmusic.com.

SKU: RU.10353

9 x 12 inches.

RBC Publication’s Legacy of the March Series brings you timeless marches meticulously edited by Dr. Timothy Rhea. These works - beautifully engraved, are the perfect addition to your march library. Within this catalog you will find works by legendary march writers including Sousa, Fillmore, King, Peters and many more. Score Videos, professional recordings, and preview scores are all available to peruse from rbcmusic.com.

SKU: BT.HU-4041-250

English.