William Count Basie got his name count ecause he liked counting
William "Count" Basie and his wife Catherine had a daughter, Diane, who lived in Freeport, Bahamas at the time of Basie's death in 1984. Count and Catherine were married for forty years at the time of her death in 1983. This is according to the obituary in the NY Times. Another source mentions that Basie had five children, but no names were given.
Count Basie's real name was William James Basie. He was an influential jazz pianist, bandleader, and composer, known for his role in the development of big band and swing music. Born on August 21, 1904, in Red Bank, New Jersey, Basie's innovative style and leadership helped shape the sound of jazz in the 20th century.
Count Basie's mother's name was Catherine Basie. She played a significant role in his early life, encouraging his interest in music. Catherine was a piano teacher, which likely influenced Basie's musical development and passion for jazz.
Count Basie went by The Count, and The Kid from Red Bank.
William 'Count' Basie died on April 26, 1984 at the age of 79.
Count Basie's birth name is Basie, William Allen.
name is actually william
William 'Count' Basie was born on August 21, 1904.
William 'Count' Basie died on April 26, 1984 at the age of 79.
William 'Count' Basie was born on August 21, 1904.
William "Count" Basie and his wife Catherine had a daughter, Diane, who lived in Freeport, Bahamas at the time of Basie's death in 1984. Count and Catherine were married for forty years at the time of her death in 1983. This is according to the obituary in the NY Times. Another source mentions that Basie had five children, but no names were given.
Count Basie and his Barons of Rhythm
Count Basie went by The Count, and The Kid from Red Bank.
bill basie
Count Basie Orchestra was created in 1936.
Count Basie at Newport was created on 1957-09-07.
William 'Count' Basie died on April 26, 1984 at the age of 79.