jazz review for final

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When did cool jazz emerge?

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During the late 1940s and early 50s

Front

One of the most important solo instruments of the swing era was the ______.

Back

saxophone

Front

Duke Ellington was an important figure in ______.

Back

swing

Front

How did bebop differ from earlier jazz forms?

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It was meant for attentive listening, not dancing.

Front

A new respectability for jazz was symbolized in 1938 when Benny Goodman gave an historic concert at which venue? Options: Aeolian Hall, New York; Preservation Hall, New Orleans; Carnegie Hall, New York; Dreamland Ballroom, Chicago

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Carnegie Hall, New York

Front

Who were the leading figures in the free jazz movement?

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John Coltrane and Ornette Coleman

Front

The melodic instruments, or cornet, clarinet, and trombone, of a Dixieland band were known as the ______.

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front line

Front

Who was one of the greatest of all jazz improvisers and a towering figure among bebop musicians?

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Charlie Parker

Front

Jazz performers sometimes "bend" tones for what purpose?

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To heighten expressivity

Front

What is the backbone of a jazz ensemble?

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Rhythm section