Curly Russell

Curly Russell
Curly Russell was an important bassist in the early years of bebop for he was able to keep up as an accompanist with the rapid tempoes of the time. Never really a soloist (certainly not on the level of an Oscar Pettiford), Russell was a tireless performer who specialized in providing a swinging beat for the lead voices. After playing a bit of trombone, Russell switched to bass and he worked professionally from the age of 18. He was with Don Redman in 1941 and made his recording debut in 1943...
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Various Artists Smithsonian Collection of Classic Jazz, Vol. 1
By: Various Artists
Credited Role:Bass Viol
Song List: Maple Leaf Rag, Maple Leaf Rag, St. Louis Blues
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Charlie Parker Ken Burns Jazz
By: Charlie Parker
Credited Role:Bass
Song List: Listen to Songs by Parker, Charlie [1] Sepian Bounce, Salt Peanuts, Hot House
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