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Charlie Parker Saxophone

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Slide through the keys. Zoom in to the intricate floral pattern. Find Charlie Parker's name.

About the Model

This Super 20 alto saxophone belonged to jazz musician and composer Charlie Parker. This customized saxophone includes a floral engraving, mother-of-pearl inlaid keys, and a ring below the bell engraved with Charlie Parker's name. This customized saxophone features a modified key cluster that helped him play faster.

Category

Arts + Humanities

Keywords

American jazz, saxophonist, Composer, music, Bebop, Musician, music history, american history, culture, social studies

Updated

May 19 2022

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