5 Quotes & Sayings By Charlie Parker

Charlie Parker was an American jazz musician. He was noted for his "cool" and "trademark" linear improvisations of jazz at a time when jazz musicians were expected to improvise freely. He is widely considered to be one of the most influential and important figures in the history of jazz.

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Don't be afraid, just play the music. Charlie Parker
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First you learn the instrument, then you learn the music, then you forget all that s**t and just play. Charlie Parker
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Music is your own experience your thoughts your wisdom. If you don't live it it won't come out of your horn. Charlie Parker
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Music is your own experience, your own thoughts, your wisdom. If you don't live it, it won't come out of your horn. They teach you there's a boundary line to music. But, man, there's no boundary line to art. Charlie Parker