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framework usually involving a walking bass and steady rhythm on the drummer’s ride cymbal. Swing music is the kind of jazz played by Big Bands and characterized by lively rhythms for dancing. This is music associated with Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and Glenn Miller band played

The Birth, Life, and Resurrection of Swing The recent increase in attention to Swing dancing has brought along a sense of nostalgia with it. This pleasant dance movement is largely fueled in part by the images of what would be today’s youth grandparents’ time, which have been passed down. The reality of Swing though was that the true Swing Era of 1935 to 1945 occurred during a time unrest, and was filled with racial tension, war, poverty, adolescent unrest, and gender discrimination. In fact,

David Sedaris writes about his experience taking guitar lessons in “Giant Dreams, Midget Abilities” after his father decided that he and his younger sisters should start a family music group. However, Sedaris has no desire to learn how to play guitar. His desire lies within singing jingles in the voice of Billie Holiday. Sedaris’ desire to sing in the voice of Billie Holiday is probably closely related to his sexual orientation, being gay, and his father’s passion for jazz music. There is an

MPA Paul Revere Awards The 2017 Paul Revere Awards for Graphic Excellence were presented on Friday, June 16th, in New York City at the annual meeting of the Music Publishers Association (MPA) of the United States. Kendor was presented with 3 awards. 1st Prize - Collated Music: Voi Che Sapete arranged by John Caponegro 2nd Prize - Solos (without accompaniment): Encounters by John H. Beck 3rd Prize - Cover Design Featuring Graphic Elements: New Studies For Trumpet by Darren Fellows All winning

The Jazz era was a time period in which the definition of music began to diverge; composers were able to express themselves in a sense that was soulful and vibrant, where any door of possibility became obtainable. “In The Mood” was a piece by Joe Garland composed in the 1930’s during the swing era. The iconic Jazz number had been arranged by many artists; however, it was not until Glenn Miller orchestrated this piece so perceptively that “In The Mood” became so well renowned. It was in 1939 when

The mansion had more than enough rooms to fill and Benny found it to be more convenient if Chazz just stayed at the mansion than having to drive over every day. Benny also lived with his dog, Jenna, her mate, Balto and their three kids, Kodi, Aleu, and Cookie. At present, Benny also shared the want for war against the Capitol. Benny was contemplating war as his friends and he watched the final battle of The Aviation Games. Each year, tributes

Jordan Bell Mrs. Buckley English 1 8 February 2018 Pete Fountain and his Admirable Life Pete Fountain is famous for his substantial clarinet skills, but many people do not know that he is from New Orleans. Fountain loved playing music on the side of the street and began doing so when he was sixteen years old. He always loved his fans, and he treated them with respect. Fountain loved the awards he obtained. The musicians he played with inspired and encouraged his music. The people he played

Griffith punched Benny Paret 18 times within a mere 3 seconds. These crucial 3 seconds became life-changing for the enduring Benny Paret as he confronted death; unfortunately, Paret could not bear the deep wound inflicted to him by Griffith and has passed away. In the stands, the audience was frightened by what they saw, but one in particular, Norman Mailer, was also appalled and incredulous in what he had witnessed. Afterwards, Norman Mailer published a passage, The Death of Benny Paret, describing

Vaudeville was very popular from the late 1800s to the early 1900s in North America. Vaudeville shows were made up of many random acts that were placed together in a common play bill. Some acts were, for example, plays, clowns, jugglers, comedians, etc. Once the radio was introduced, vaudeville’s started to become less popular as the radio’s popularity started to increase. The radio started out with maximum five programs but as the demand for radios increased so did the amount of programs, which

Broadway in Missoula, Montana was seen March 25, 2016 in the form of the show Mama Mia. This comical venue was presented at the University of Montana Adams Events Center, in Missoula, Montana. A large company of well renowned Broadway actors was seen in Missoula which led to the large crowds and excitement. The company was composed of Kyra Belle Johnson as Sophie, Kat Borrelli as Ali, Christina Eskridge as Lisa, Laura Michelle Hughes as Tanya, Sarah Smith as Rosie, Erin Fish as Donna Sheridan, Stephen