Last year I published a piece on the history of the famous jazz composition “Donna Lee”, attributed variously to Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, and Norman “Tiny” Khan. Well, here’s another take on “Donna”, because how many seriously cute 10-year-old beboppers come down the pike these days? Most of the information here is in Japanese, but…
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Laurence Cottle Big Band—“Donna Lee”
“Donna Lee” is one of my favorite Charlie Parker compositions. This BB chart by Laurence Cottle is, if not perfect, certainly Bird-worthy. Posted by laurencecottlebigband. Saxes:Nigel Hitchcock Sammy Mayne Claire Mcinerney Alex Garnett (Solo) Martin Williams Flute: Gareth Lockrane Trumpets: Andy Greenwood Tom Walsh Pat White Sid Gauld Trombones: Ade Hallowell Andy Wood Neil Sidwell…