The story
Count Basie formed his orchestra here in 1935, Charlie Parker earned his 'Yardbird' nickname, and experimental radio broadcasts shared Kansas City jazz with the nation.
Everything that was here
- 1931–1939
Reno ClubJazz Club
Count Basie formed his orchestra here in 1935, Charlie Parker earned his 'Yardbird' nickname, and experimental radio broadcasts shared Kansas City jazz with the nation.
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