Charlie Parker - Vol. 2-Quintessence-New York/Los Angeles/Toronto 1

(2-CD set) "This unfortunate man's adventure was an example of the harsh life of an artist and man in a world of suffering and hostility which he couldn't or refused to accept." - Lucien Malson. This collection features Charlie Parker with the Neal Hefti Orchestra, Charlie Parker All Stars, Charlie Parker with strings, Charlie Parker Quintet, Machito & His Afro-Cuban Orchestra, Norman Granz jam session, Charlie Parker Quintet with strings, the Quintet of the Year, Charlie Parker Quartet, and the Stan Kenton Orchestra with Charlie Parker.