From the Artist
Duet for Carmen & Dizzyis a [two part, or diptych] tribute/homage to the late Carmen McRae and John Birks (Dizzy) Gillespie. The image grows out of a series of images which have developed over a 20-year period and continues to be built upon. The left half [this print] refers to Dizzy Gillespie, horn player.The rectangular form and various lines represent "Dizzy" and the circle with spiraling lines represent the source and emanations of his musical talent.
The right half refers to Carmen McRae, vocalist. The open triangular shape represents Carmen singing. and the spiraling shape which meets the illuminated circle represents both the emanations and source of her talent. The spiraling pattern above the triangle speaks of the ecstasy experienced when one is in touch with, and living in, one's life's calling.
—From Brandywine Workshop and Archives records
