Count Basie first visited England in 1938 as part of a European tour with his orchestra. This trip was significant in introducing British audiences to his distinctive big band sound. He returned to England multiple times throughout his career, further solidifying his influence on Jazz Music in the country.
was nicknamed by fellow band member
Count Basie went by The Count, and The Kid from Red Bank.
I Told You So - Count Basie album - was created on 14-01-12.
Basie was at his peak in the late 30's and 40's.
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.
was nicknamed by fellow band member
Count Basie's birth name is Basie, William Allen.
Count Basie and his Barons of Rhythm
Count Basie went by The Count, and The Kid from Red Bank.
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Count Basie Orchestra was created in 1936.
William 'Count' Basie was born on August 21, 1904.
Count Basie at Newport was created on 1957-09-07.
The cast of Count Basie at Carnegie Hall - 1981 includes: Count Basie as himself Count Basie Orchestra as Themselves Tony Bennett as himself Big Joe Williams as himself Sarah Vaughan as herself
For the First Time - Count Basie album - was created in 1974.
William 'Count' Basie died on April 26, 1984 at the age of 79.
Count Basie's theme song was One O'clock Jump