Charlie Parker acquired the nickname "Yardbird" early in his career, and then shortened it to "Bird"
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Charlie Parker - cricketer - was born in 1882.
A yardbird is United States slang for a chicken, someone who is imprisoned, or a soldier required to perform menial work on a military base.
He began in school playing the baritone
Charlie Parker was a famous Alto Saxophone Player who was known for his excellent improvisation skill and he also worked with some of the most well accomplished jazz musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie (Trumpet) and Thelonious Monk (Piano). He also was addicted to drugs.
Charlie Caplin, i think.LOL :)