Sunday the 15 th of august
Tribute to Dexter Gordon
21.30
7,50
Dexter Gordon (1923–1990) was an influential American jazz tenor saxophonist and one of the pioneers of the bebop movement. Known for his large, warm tone and lyrical improvisational style, Gordon’s playing combined a deep swing feel with advanced harmonic concepts, making him one of the most celebrated saxophonists of his era.
Here are some key points about Dexter Gordon:
1. Early Life and Career
Born in Los Angeles, California, Gordon grew up in a musical family and began playing the clarinet and saxophone as a teenager.
He got his start playing in big bands during the 1940s, performing with prominent bandleaders like Lionel Hampton, Fletcher Henderson, and Billy Eckstine.
2. Bebop Pioneer
Gordon was one of the first tenor saxophonists to embrace the bebop style, which emerged in the 1940s, a style typically dominated by alto saxophonists like Charlie Parker.
His work in the mid-1940s, especially his recordings with Dizzy Gillespie and Parker, helped to define the bebop approach for tenor sax.
3. Famous Recordings
Dexter Gordon’s albums, particularly those recorded for Blue Note Records in the 1960s, are considered some of the finest examples of post-bop jazz. Notable albums include:
“Go!” (1962): One of his most acclaimed albums, with tracks like “Cheese Cake” and “I Guess I’ll Hang My Tears Out to Dry.”
“Our Man in Paris” (1963): A classic album featuring Gordon’s interpretations of bebop standards.