Which type of saxophone was jazz legend Charlie Parker primarily known for playing?
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Alto Saxophone
Charlie Parker, nicknamed "Bird," was a pioneer of bebop whose lightning-fast improvisations redefined the possibilities of the alto saxophone. His unique style and harmonic innovations made the alto sax a dominant voice in modern jazz during the 1940s. A famous testament to his skill is that he once performed a legendary concert at Massey Hall using a plastic saxophone because his primary instrument was unavailable.
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