Charlie Parker, also known as "Bird," was an American jazz saxophonist and composer who became one of the most influential musicians in the history of jazz. Born on August 29, 1920, in Kansas City, Kansas, Parker played a leading role in the development of bebop, a form of jazz characterized by fast tempos, virtuosic technique, and advanced harmonies. His innovative approaches to melody, rhythm, and harmony had a pro
... MoreCharlie Parker, also known as "Bird," was an American jazz saxophonist and composer who became one of the most influential musicians in the history of jazz. Born on August 29, 1920, in Kansas City, Kansas, Parker played a leading role in the development of bebop, a form of jazz characterized by fast tempos, virtuosic technique, and advanced harmonies. His innovative approaches to melody, rhythm, and harmony had a profound impact on contemporaries and later generations of musicians.
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