Dizzy Gillespie (1917–1993) was an American jazz trumpeter, composer, and bandleader, widely regarded as one of the founding figures of bebop. Alongside Charlie Parker, he transformed modern jazz. His compositions include "A Night in Tunisia" and "Salt Peanuts".
Prague's bebop ensemble Bohemia After Dark performs authentic swing arrangements of classic recordings from the golden age of bebop. The concert honours the genre's pioneers and their most celebrated compositions.
in 3 days
The Backside Big Band performs classic jazz compositions by legendary composers and arrangers in an evening of timeless big band music.
in 3 days
Backside Big Band pays tribute to jazz icons with an evening of classic compositions by Ellington, Gillespie, Armstrong, and Gershwin.