Name That Tune
Who is Charlie Parker?
His albums include Blue Note, Birth of Cool, and Milestones. He was famous for using less notes in his solos.
Who is Miles Davis?
This drummer is known for his fast paced style and in your face tunes.
Who is Buddy Rich?
These are Mr. Kazmaier and Mr. Kline's first names.
What are Ryan and Justin?
Famous for his cutting tone, this tenor player famously recorded many albums alongside Miles Davis. His most famous tune, Giant Steps, goes through all keys in the chord progression.
Who is John Coltrane?
Famous for his raspy voice and original style, this trumpet player had many hits including What a Wonderful World.
This piano player is known for his funky music with fruity song titles.
Who is Herbie Hancock?
This is the number of siblings that each of your directors have.
What is one sister for Mr. Kazmaier and two brothers for Mr. Kline?
This alto player has a line of saxophones made in Salt Lake City named after him.
Who is Cannonball Adderley?
This trombone player of today is known for his classic blend of New Orleans jazz and funk.
Who is Trombone Shorty?
This guitar player played alongside Miles Davis.
Who is Freddie Green?
These are the names of the high schools that Mr. Kline and Mr. Kazmaier attended.
Bonus points if you can name their mascots..
What is Shawnee Mission East (Lancers) and Blue Valley West (Jaguars)?
He was the saxophonist who played alongside Dave Brubeck and his quartet.
Who is Paul Desmond?
This trumpet player, known for his ability to play very high notes, was the leader of the group Weather Report.
Who is Maynard Ferguson?
This bass player wrote such titles as Moanin', Fables of Faubus, Nostalgia in Times Square and Haitian Fight Song.
This is how many schools' marching bands that Mr. Kline writes for.
What is 5?
This saxophonist is the department of music head as well as the professor of jazz studies at Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas.
Who is Dr. Treinen?
This trombonist, famous for playing the teeny tiny soprano trombone, has a unique sound.
Who is Wyclef Gordon?
This band has played for Late Night and now The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.
Who are The Roots?
This is the name of the big band that Mr. Kazmaier gigs with on a monthly basis.
Hint: They've played at the last 5 jazz nights...
Who is the Moon City Big Band?