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Before her performance, Ella was so nervous that these two parts of her body were “knockin’” and “clackin’.”
her knees and her teeth
Who was the master of ceremonies for the Chick Webb Orchestra?
Bardou Ali
What does the story mean when it says “Ella had audiences eating out of her hand”?
People loved her singing and paid close attention
This orchestra had a regular gig at the Savoy and kept the crowd dancing all night.
the Chick Webb Orchestra
What is Scat
Scats the sound that dont hold back
When Ella first started singing, her voice was described as this small and soft creature.
cricket
Who led the orchestra that Ella joined?
Chick Webb
What does “cut-the-rug rhythms” mean?
Dance rhythms or music that makes people want to dance
When Chick and Ella performed together, people said they had this special connection.
chemistry (or musical magic)
Becoming a dancer
Ella won the Apollo contest by singing a tune described as this—“sweet enough to bake.”
Tune sweet enough to bake
What was the name of the singer Chick already had?
Charlie Linton
What does “put the pulse on a party” mean?
Bring energy or excitement to a party
The “Battle of the Bands” at the Savoy lasted five hours, and by the end, everyone knew who was boss. Who was it?
chick Webb (and his orchestra)
What dance did she teach herself
Tap Dance
This neighborhood became Ella’s “stomping ground.”
Harlem
What did Chick believe people came to hear at his shows?
The instruments in his band
The instruments in his band
Where did Ella sing to prove herself to Chick Webb?
Yale University
On May 11, 1937, the Chick Webb Orchestra faced off against this famous band in the Savoy’s “Battle of the Bands
the Benny Goodman Orchestra
She entered a talent contest at this famous Harlem theater on November 21, 1934.
Apollo Theatre?
Ella was how old when she entered the contest?
seventeen
What did Ella’s voice sound like, according to the story?
Its own instrument
What happened after Ella sang at Yale?
Chick welcomed her into his band
Chick Webb taught Ella to shade the high notes, light the lows, and wrap her voice around each ______
melody