[Dixielandjazz] Bird

[Pepett@aol.com]

Pat, et al,
     For many years (really)!  I have been trying to track down the 
originator of the phrase " The Big Apple" when referring to New York City  to 
no avail!
     Now it appears as if we will never be certain regarding Charlie Parker's 
"nick" name "Bird"-----------so, why do we not start on Coleman Hawkins and 
his "nick" name "Bean"? ------------OR how about Johnny Hodges "nick" name 
"Jeep"?, and as long as we are at it, let us try for Charlie Barnet and his 
nick name" The Mad Mab"
     May we continue with "Buzzy" Drootin--- "Pud" Brown,---"Bing" Crosby
for starters?
     Please add to list!!
Best
     Perry



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