Who among the following joined the Ellington organization in 1939 and became the Duke's compositional "alter ego"?
A. Cootie Williams
B. Billy Strayhorn
C. Jimmie Blanton
D. Johnny Hodges
Answer: B
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a. a fugue. b. a symphony. c. ragtime. d. an art song.
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The rhythm section of a swing band normally consisted of ________.
A. piano, percussion, guitar, and bass B. piano, percussion, and bass C. percussion, guitar, and bass D. piano, percussion, and guitar
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A type of singing in which nonsense syllables are used instead of words is called "scat."
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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"Swing" refers to the bands
a. of the 1890s. b. of New Orleans in 1910. c. of the late 1920s and 1930s. d. of the early 1950s.
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