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Benny Goodman
Benny Goodman was a jazz clarinetist who became famous during America's big band era. While his songs have subsequently become standards in swing music, Benny Goodman's cultural influence may be more important historically than his music, as he popularized the first racially integrated band in America. Please post all questions regarding the "King of Swing" into this category.
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How many songs did benny goodman band write?
Benny Goodman made 21 songs no I'm just kidding. Ask yourself did you ever really want this question answered?
What is the value of a 3-album set of Benny Goodman An Album of Swing Classics?
Columbia. Jersey Bounce fox trot
What band did benny goodman lead as a sideman?
Most dance bands were simply named for their leader, so it was Benny Goodman and His Orchestra or the Benny Goodman band.
Alice Hammond Duckworth, in March of 1942.
They had two children:
* Rachel Goodman (Edelson) an English teacher * Benjie Goodman (Lasseau) a performing artist
Was benny goodman good at the clarinet?
When Goodman's father took him and two of his brothers (Harry and Freddy) to the Kehelah Jacob Synagogue, Benny was given the clarinet because he was the smallest. He really didn't have a choice in the matter, but he seemed very good at it. Because of his ability to think in cascades of notes, his style fit perfectly with the instrument he was given.
What is the value of Benny Goodmans autograph?
There is a company called; Miran Arts & Books, in Columbus, OH that can give you a fair market retail value on the autograph. Their phone # is: (614) 818-3222 , the address:
(Ivan Gilbert)
Miran Arts & Books
2824 Elm Avenue
Columbus, OH 43209.
What are famous pieces of music for Benny Goodman?
Benny Goodman developed an interest in classical muisc and recoded the Mozart Clarinet Concerto and Clarinet Quintet. He also commissioned Bela Bartok to write "Contrasts", for clarinet, violin and piano which he premièred with the composer and the violinist Joseph Szigeti. However, this question doesn't really make sense. It is important to read over things after you have written to check that they express clearly what you mean. Names of people and places, etc. should begin with a capital letter.
What is the Value of old Bob Wills records?
Many of the records are valued in price close to $20 each. The exact amount will vary depending upon the condition and how it is displayed.
What is a benny goodman record worth?
What you can get for it. It will depend upon condition and rarity.
What genre does benny goodman plays the most?
Benny Goodman is primarily known for his contributions to the jazz genre, particularly swing music. Often referred to as the "King of Swing," his performances popularized this style in the 1930s and 1940s. Goodman's music combined elements of jazz with big band arrangements, making him a pivotal figure in the development of American jazz.
What is the origin of the song Baubles Bangles And Beads?
The song Baubles, Bangles and Beads was a popular song from the 1953 movie Kismet. The song has been recorded by a wide range of artists over time such as Johnny Mathis, Benny Goodman and Dionne Warwick.
Benny Goodman was married to Alice Hammond from 1942 until her death in 1978. Alice was the sister of record producer John Hammond. Benny and Alice had two daughters.
What is the tempo of sing sing sing by benny goodman?
The version played by the Benny Goodman Quintet is played at 110 bpm (beats per minute), but different versions and arrangements go as low 79 and as high as 240bpm.
Was doc severson in the la wrence welk band?
Yes, I saw him on a Benny Goodman special and I'm sure it was him. third from the left in the trumpet section. Frank Volkers 10/2/10
