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Jazz Bandleaders and Musical Styles Quiz

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What was the nickname given to Benny Goodman by the press?

The Maestro of Swing

The Duke of Swing

The King of Swing (correct)

The Prince of Swing

Which of the following musicians did Benny Goodman hire, becoming the first prominent white bandleader to do so?

Teddy Wilson (correct)

Miles Davis

Charlie Parker

John Coltrane

Which big band was most closely associated with the blues tradition?

Benny Goodman's band

Duke Ellington's band

Glenn Miller's band

William 'Count' Basie's band (correct)

What musical style was influential on the rhythmic conception of the Kansas City bands?

Boogie-woogie blues piano tradition Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Glenn Miller's Orchestra is true?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'vocalese' in jazz music?

A style of jazz singing where words are added to an instrumental soloist's improvisation Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of Paul Whiteman's band that played around San Francisco until 1916?

A seven-piece dance band Signup and view all the answers

What musical work featured Paul Whiteman's band in its debut performance in 1924?

George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Louis Armstrong is true?

He was born in New Orleans and is credited with establishing the rhythmic drive and solo virtuosity of jazz Signup and view all the answers

Where did Duke Ellington develop his 'jungle music' style?

At the Cotton Club in Harlem Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Duke Ellington is NOT true?

He was known for his strict adherence to traditional musical forms and instrumentation Signup and view all the answers

What did Louis Armstrong emphasize in his approach to jazz?

The balance between improvisation and straightforward treatment of the melody Signup and view all the answers