Charlie Parker Birthday Tribute w/ Don Aliquo at Rudy’s Jazz Room – Nashville, TN

Saxophonist Don Aliquo presents a tribute to Charlie “Bird” Parker on Parker’s birthday, August 29, celebrating the groundbreaking saxophonist and bebop pioneer whose revolutionary improvisation, complex harmonies, and lasting influence reshaped the course of modern jazz.

Charlie Parker, also known as “Bird”, was a revolutionary saxophonist and composer who changed the course of jazz history. Born in Kansas City in 1920 on August 29, Parker helped pioneer the bebop movement in the 1940s, bringing lightning-fast improvisation, complex harmonies, and emotional depth to the forefront of modern jazz. His collaborations with legends like Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk pushed the boundaries of the art form and continue to inspire generations of musicians. With timeless recordings like Ornithology and Now’s the Time, Parker’s influence is still felt in every corner of the jazz world.

Don Aliquo’s playing has been described as “smooth as silk…with an unfailing feel for breath and phrasing” while extremely supple in the addressing of his axe but always zeroed in on what he’s describing”.

“Growth” his newest release, explores new territory with intriguing compositions and ample solo space for Aliquo’s inspired improvisations. The eight originals are both complex and open, which shows him expanding his boundaries not only as an instrumentalist and improviser, but also as a composer. The music is an electrifying modern outing with one foot in the future and one in the tradition.

Aliquo has released six solo projects and has worked collaboratively or performed as a sideman on many others. His previous solo cd “Sun and Shield” features veteran jazz masters Rufus Reid, Jim McNeely, and the dynamic Obed Calvaire.

Notable collaborations include a duo recording with eclectic pianist Michael Jefry Stevens and quartet recordings with Roger Humphries and the late Beegie Adair. He also has recorded with his mentor, notable Pittsburgh tenor stalwart, Don Aliquo Sr. on the MCG label.

Don has performed in concerts and recordings with many world-class artists including Gary Burton, Greg Osby, Rufus Reid, Roger Humphries, Harold Danko, Adam Nussbaum, Donald Brown, Pete Christlieb, Scott Robinson, and Bobby Shew.

Don is Professor of Saxophone and Jazz Studies at Middle Tennessee State University. He is a Selmer and Vandoren artist.

Don Aliquo on saxophone

Bruce Dudley on piano

Jack Aylor on bass

Ryan Brasley on drums

This show is 21 and over only. All sales are final and we unfortunately cannot offer any refunds. Additional tickets may be available at the door on the day of the show even if it is sold out online.

Please try to arrive 15 minutes prior to the show start time. If you do not arrive within 45 minutes after the show start time on your ticket your seat may be resold to other patrons at the door. If you arrive after 45 minutes from the start time of the show and your ticket has been resold, although we cannot guarantee it, we will try our best to make space for you to attend the show.