A young prodigy comes out the West and heads East; exchanging words with some key players, creating joy and woe; outrages a hero and advocates for the young guns. Workshops the anger into a world of divine music.

This Episode’s Playlist:
Fleurette Africaine, by Duke Ellington
Mingus Fingers, by The Lionel Hampton Orchestra
Mood Indigo, by Red Norvo Trio
Hot House, by The Quintet (Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Bud Powell, Charles Mingus, Max Roach)
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town, by Paul Bley Trio
Old Devil Moon, by J. J. Johnson
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