What is the title of a famous Parker composition inspired by his nickname?
Yardbird Suite
Birdland
Aviary Echo
Feathered Melody
Answer
The "Yardbird Suite" was a musical tribute by Charlie Parker to his nickname, "Yardbird." It was written during the 1940s, when Parker was leading the be-bop jazz movement and established him as a jazz titan. The composition showcases his improvisational genius, with a range of tempos, melodies, and moods, perfectly encapsulating Parker's musical flair and creativity.
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