Charlie Parker Editorial Website
In celebration of The Bird's 100th birthday, I designed an editorial site commemorating his journey in jazz throughout his life.
In celebration of The Bird's 100th birthday, I designed an editorial site commemorating his journey in jazz throughout his life.
Homepage (1 of 3): top image can be swipped to reveal the next image and quote. Click arrow on the right to advance to next page.
Homepage (2 of 3): top image can be swipped to reveal the next image and quote. Click arrow on the right to advance to next page.
Homepage (3 of 3): top image can be swipped to reveal the next image and quote. Click arrow on the right to advance to next page.
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Interactive timeline: Slide along the timeline to reveal dates that showcase the wild career of Charlie Parker. The information reveals important details regarding which musicians played on certain albums/tracks, as well as where he recorded and performed them. Integrated audio syncs with the movements along the timeline, playing the tunes from that particular period. (modeled after the "Scaled in Miles" interactive map by Fathom)
Spotify plug-in gives readers a chance to listen to some of Charlie's greatest hits.
Closing page includes quotes about Charlie from other fellow jazz musicians.