Author Question: Swing era was the most popular style of jazz a. during the early 1920's. b. from the mid 30's ... (Read 45 times)

future617RT · **on:** Jul 25, 2018

Swing era was the most popular style of jazz

a. during the early 1920's.
b. from the mid 30's through the 40's.
c. after World War II.
d. at the turn of the last century.

Question 2

What is pianist and composer Lennie Tristano credited with?

a. Creating a new style of jazz based on the ideas of Charlie Parker
b. Devising a simple style of soloing based on short repeated phrases
c. Creating a modern jazz style that was not based on the ideas of CharlieParker
d. Leading a popular big band which incorporated elements of early jazz

shewald78 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

b
Page Reference 58; HOW SWING DIFFERS FROM EARLY JAZZ

Answer to Question 2

c. Creating a modern jazz style that not based on the ideas of
Charlie Parker