: This type of massive compilation typically covers the "Golden Era" of bebop and big band (roughly 1937–1950). It captures Gillespie's transition from a section player in bands like Cab Calloway's to the pioneer of Afro-Cuban jazz and bebop.

: You can expect essential standards such as "Manteca," "A Night In Tunisia," "Salt Peanuts," and "Groovin' High" .

If you are looking at a 320 kbps digital version of such a collection, here is a review of what you can expect from the content and quality.