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Charlie Parker
Charlie Parker was born in Kansas City, Missouri in 1920 and started playing saxophone at age 11. He moved to New York City in his early twenties, where he...
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Charlie Parker was born in Kansas City, Missouri in 1920 and started playing saxophone at age 11. He moved to New York City in his early twenties, where he became part of the jazz scene there. In the 1940s, his work with trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie helped develop bebop, a style that emphasized complex harmonies and fast improvisation.
Parker's playing on songs like "Once In A While" and "Parker's Mood" showed his range from lyrical ballads to intricate solos. "Once In A While" was written in 1946 and has been covered by many artists since. His personal life included struggles with addiction and financial problems, but he kept playing until his death in 1955.
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