Year Released:
1958
"Cleopatra's Dream" by Bud Powell, recorded in 1958, is a bebop composition that showcases Powell's virtuosic piano playing and innovative harmonic approach. The piece features Powell's characteristic rapid-fire right-hand lines and complex chord voicings. The title suggests Egyptian influences, which might be reflected in certain melodic or rhythmic elements. This track demonstrates Powell's significant contributions to the development of bebop piano and his ability to create intricate, harmonically sophisticated jazz compositions. The recording highlights Powell's technical prowess and his role as one of the leading figures in the bebop movement.
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