New York Jazz Bar Recommendation: Birdland πΆ
Birdland is one of the holy grails for jazz enthusiasts around the world. π π Address: 315 W 44th Street, New York, NY 10036 -founded in 1949 (current location reopened in 1986)- π¨ Named after jazz saxophone legend Charlie Parker, whose nickname was βBird,β the venue pays homage to his incredible contributions to jazz. π· πΊ The Rise of New York Jazz: Since the mid-1920s, New York has been a magnet for top musicians from Chicago, gradually becoming the center of jazz. πΆ Birdland is located near Broadway and 52nd Street. Back in the day, 52nd Street was the cradle of jazz, known as βSwing Street.β As the glory of 52nd Street faded, Birdland emerged as a new stage for jazz musicians. π€ #NewYork #Jazz #JazzHistory πΆπ