When he arrived in New York City, he immediately got to play with such famous bandleaders as HoraceSilver, Art Blakey, Joe Henderson, Gil Evans and Stan Getz, all of whom recognized the dexterity and musicality of the young Clarke.
We're bringing back to the bandstand at this time, ladies and gentlemen, the great Art Blakey and his wonderful group featuring the new trumpet sensation Clifford Brown, HoraceSilver on piano, Lou Donaldson on alto, Curley Russell is on bass...