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there are still many incorrect informations, misunderstandings and false beliefs, expecially about Miles' early recordings

here there are some clarifications, based on accurate records listening


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Miles Davis recordings in Los Angeles, 1946 with the Benny Carter orchestra

Miles Davis Jubilee program recordings in Hollywood, 1946 with the Benny Carter orchestra

Miles Davis recordings in Southgate (California), 1946 with the Benny Carter orchestra

More Miles Davis recordings with the Benny Carter orchestra (1946)

Miles Davis with Charlie Parker quintet, 1947-1948: studio and live performance

Miles Davis at Pershing Ballroom, Chicago 1948

Miles Davis and the modern bebop style, 1948

The Metronome-All-Stars January 3, 1949 recording session

One Night in Birdland, May 17, 1950

The Last Bebop Concert, Birdland June 30, 1950

Miles Ahead: 1957 mono LP and 1997 stereo reissue



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