THE PHOENIX Feel like a local with this guide to jazz, barbecue & fountains, each key to Kansas City culture and history. KANSAS CITY'S TRIED & TRUE JENNY WHEAT JAZZ AMERICAN JAZZ MUSEUM Get to know legends at the American Jazz Museum in KC's 18th & Vine Historic Jazz District. 8 Visit KC 2021 8-9 Tried and True Traditions.indd 8 TRADITIONS INSTRUMENTAL TO KC Since the early 20th century, KC has been synonymous with jazz. Those roots still run deep-the genre is as vibrant as ever, filling more than 40 venues every night of the week. But the musicians of yesteryear paved the way for the scene today. Some of KC's most famous jazz players and the instruments they're known for: Native son Charlie " Yardbird " Parker made his name right here in KC, thanks in part to his bebop skills on the sax. King of vaudeville and big bands, the influential Count Basie tickled the ivories at places like the legendary Reno Club. Known for her husky voice and risqué lyrics, marquee maven Julia Lee later became a bona fide blues star and national recording artist. Oran " Hot Lips " Page was a regular in the local jazz scene, wowing crowds with impressive trumpet solos and soul-stirring songs. VisitKC.com 1/27/21 1:48 PMhttp://www.VisitKC.com