FREE CHARLIE PARKER JAZZ FESTIVAL SET FOR AUG 23 &24 IN NYC
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The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival annually assembles some of the finest musicians in the world who reflect Parker's musical individuality and genius to promote appreciation for this highly influential and world-renowned artist.
Saturday 8/23 at 3pm, The Wallace Roney Orchestra and others will appear at Marcus Garvy Park in Harlem. It is located at 18 Mount Morris Park.
Sunday 8/24 at 3pm, Kenny Barron and others will be at Tompkins Square Park in the Alphabet City portion of Manhattan's East Village at 500 E 9th Street
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KC JAZZ ALIVE PRESENTS:
The 2014 Kansas City Charlie Parker Celebration, which takes place over several days, is filled with musical performances at nine KC jazz clubs and venues which are collectively celebrating the life and legacy of their native son.
For a complete schedule of performances and special events visit americanjazzmuseum.org and kcjazzalive.or
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Charlie "Yardbird" or "Bird" Parker (1920 - 1955) is arguably one of the most important and influential saxophonists and jazz icons of all time. He was born in Kansas City, KS, and eventually moved to Kansas City, MO where jazz was flourishing.
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