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The American Jazz Era (1900-1940)

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  • True or False: Scott Joplin wrote the "Maple Leaf Rag"
    True
  • Which jazz genre was influenced by African American roots?
    Electric Blues
  • What is the name of the trumpet player who released an album called "Bird and Diz"?
    Dizzy Gillspie
  • Which instrument was popularized with the help of the Electric Blues?
    The Electric Guitar
  • What is the name of the saxophone player who had the nickname "Bird"?
    Charlie Parker
  • Which Jazz genre was lively, dance music that had dances such as "the grizzly bear" and "the horse trot"?
    Ragtime
  • Who is considered the King of Ragtime?
    Scott Joplin
  • What is a band called when there are 10 or more players?
    A Big Band
  • What is it called when you make up music on the spot?
    Improvisation
  • What was the name of the famous trumpet player/singer and was known for his gravelly voice?
    Louis Armstrong
  • Name one instrument found in the Frontliners.
    Trumpet, Clarinet, Trombone
  • Who is considered the "Queen of Jazz"?
    Ella Fitzgerald
  • What is it called to mimic instrumental sounds with your voice?
    Scat Singing
  • Name two instruments found in the rhythm section.
    String Bass, Drums, Piano, Banjo
  • Which jazz genre is know for being fast and complex and NOT dance music?
    Bebop
  • Which city is known for being the "Birthplace of Jazz"?
    New Orleans