Charlie Parker was an influential American jazz saxophonist and composer, known for his innovative style and virtuosic technique. Born in 1920 in Kansas City, Missouri, he became a leading figure in the development of bebop, a complex and fast-paced form of jazz that transformed the genre. Parker's improvisational skills and unique sound set him apart, making him a key player in the jazz scene of the 1940s. Throughout his career, Parker collaborated with many other jazz legends, including Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk. His compositions, such as "Ornithology" and "Ko-Ko," are still celebrated today and continue to inspire musicians around the world. Despite his struggles with addiction, Parker's legacy endures,