“STYLES OF JAZZ“ DOCUMENTARY FEAT. VI REDD

This video features my Grandmother The legendary Vi Redd. The legendary Pianist Marian McPartland discusses jazz development and styles. The video also Includes footage of Jane Ira Bloom, Melba Liston and Carla Bley. Vi Redd (born: Sep 20, 1928 in Los Angeles) is a passionate bop-based altoist and an exciting singer. The daughter of drummer Alton Redd, Vi was surrounded by music while growing up. She played locally, worked outside of music for the Board of Education during 1957-60 before returning to jazz.