The Cookers © Kevin R. MasonThe 2023 Charlie Parker Jazz Festival (CPJF) took place from August 20 to 27 throughout New York City. Before the live concerts started on all three weekend days of the Festival, DJs from Uptown Vinyl Supreme played jazz sets on a sound system so excellent, it almost sounded like live musicians playing. The band closed their sparkling set with the brilliantly played “Buzzy” that was a tribute to both Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker. Charlie Parker’s “Old Folks” was a gentle, poignant ballad where the group played so cohesively, that they were able to present the audience with a beautiful experience. Charlie “Bird” Parker would surely be thrilled to be remembered in such a fantastic jazz festival, named in his honor!