He worked with Charlie Parker on several occasions toward the end of Parker's life. Twardzik also played professionally with Chet Baker and Lionel Hampton. He recorded with Baker and Chaloff in 1954 and 1955.
He collaborated with Charlie Parker on several occasions during Parker's final years. Twardzik also performed professionally alongside Chet Baker and Lionel Hampton. He recorded with Baker and Chaloff in 1954 and 1955.