Jazz Artists
What artist was one of the first jazz musicians. He sang and played the trumpet, and is known for songs like "What a Wonderful World."
Louis Armstrong
What woodwind instruments are usually found in a jazz band?
Saxophone
This city is known as the birthplace of jazz.
New Orleans
This style of jazz is known for its fast tempo and lively spirit.
Swing Jazz
What major event happened when Swing Music was popular?
The Great Depression
What jazz artist ran a Big Band and played trombone? He is known for his song "In the Mood"
Glenn Miller
This brass instrument is known for its long slide and is used in jazz bands.
Trombone
When A new style of jazz called "Be-bop" started to become popular, which city did it start?
Kansas City
Jazz music often features this kind of playing, where musicians make up the music as they go
Improvisation / Solos
1930's
This jazz pianist and bandleader was famous for his orchestra and songs like "Take the 'A' Train."
Duke Ellington
This instrument has black and white keys and is often used in jazz music.
Piano
Chicago
This type of jazz became popular during the 1930s and 1940s, featuring large performing groups.....
Big Band Jazz
In what world conflict did the Harlem Hellfighters perform Jazz around Europe?
World War II
Known for his unique style on the clarinet, this musician was called the "King of Swing" and ran a big band in the 1930's.
Benny Goodman
This instrument is often called the "backbone" of a jazz band because it keeps the beat.
Drum Set
What river, flowing north and south, did people travel to meet in New Orleans for trade?
This type of jazz is characterized by small groups and a more relaxed style. It started in Kansas City
Bebop Jazz
What is Mr. Witt's favorite Jazz Song
Fly Me to the Moon
Which Jazz artist played piano and ran a big band, but also performed with a number of famous singers?
Count Basie
What kind of string instruments can you hear in a jazz band?
Guitars, Bass
This city is known as the "Big Apple" and has many jazz clubs.
New York
This term describes the smooth, flowing style of jazz that started on the west coast.
Cool Jazz?
Who is Mr. Witt's favorite jazz singer?
Frank Sinatra