How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Duke Ellington, Charles Lloyd , Cannonball Adderley, Bill Evans, Robert Glasper, McCoy Tyner, Michael Brecker, Ravi Coltrane, Christian McBride, Roy Haynes, Thelonious Monk, The Bad Plus, Monty Alexander , Dave Holland, Fourplay, Herbie Hancock
They are the “Jazz Legends” performers selected among the 351 Posts we publish this week.
1. Who was the baritone saxophonist known for adding depth to Duke Ellington’s ‘Sophisticated Lady’ during the 1965 Copenhagen performance?
- A Harry Carney
- B Ben Webster
- C Gerry Mulligan
2. What is significant about Charles Lloyd’s ‘Untitled No. 1’ as recorded with his quartet in 1966?
- A Its classical influences
- B Its experimental nature
- C Its improvisational solos
3. Where did the Cannonball Adderley Sextet famously perform ‘Come Sunday’ in 1964?
- A The Newport Jazz Festival
- B Montreux Jazz Festival
- C BBC Television Theatre
4. What best describes the sound of the Bill Evans Trio’s ‘Bill’s Hit Tune’ during their 1979 performance in Rome?
- A Minimalist renditions
- B Post-bop style
- C Swung rhythms
5. Which two songs were blended by the Robert Glasper Trio in their 2006 Newport Jazz Festival performance?
- A ‘Maiden Voyage’ and ‘Everything In Its Right Place’
- B ‘Blue in Green’ and ‘Creep’
- C ‘Giant Steps’ and ‘Paranoid Android’
6. ‘Blues,’ as performed at a tribute to John Coltrane in 2004, included which pianist from Coltrane’s past ensembles?
- A McCoy Tyner
- B Bill Evans
- C Herbie Hancock
7. Who made a surprise appearance playing drums with Thelonious Monk on ‘Nutty’ in Paris, 1969?
- A Max Roach
- B Art Blakey
- C Philly Joe Jones
8. How did The Bad Plus approach their performance of ‘Theme From Chariots of Fire’ at Newport Jazz Festival in 2006?
- A As a seamless medley
- B With a jazz reinterpretation
- C In a traditional style
9. What was unique about Monty Alexander’s trio format during their Jazz in Marciac 2009 performance?
- A Inclusion of an electric guitarist
- B A focus on string instruments
- C Classic piano-bass-drums setup
10. ‘Treachery,’ performed by the Dave Holland Quartet in 2008, is characterized by:
- A Acoustic environmental sounds
- B Contemporary jazz energy
- C String quartets arrangements
11. Fourplay performed which song at the 2000 Newport Jazz Festival?
- A ‘Sunny Moon for Two’
- B ‘Spain’
- C ‘Double Trouble’
12. Which composition opened Herbie Hancock’s set at the 2008 Newport Jazz Festival?
- A ‘Watermelon Man’
- B ‘Chameleon’
- C ‘Actual Proof’
Tracklist
1 . Duke Ellington . Sophisticated Lady (w/ his orchestra)Duke Ellington records ‘Live at the Blue Note’ with his Orchestra (1959) |
2 . Charles Lloyd . @ Jazz in Marciac |
3 . Cannonball Adderley – Come Sunday |
4 . Bill Evans . LaurieBill Evans records his last studio album . ‘We Will Meet Again’ (1979) |
5 . Robert Glasper . Everything In Its Right Place |
6 . McCoy Tyner , Michael Brecker , Ravi Coltrane , Christian McBride . Roy Haynes . BluesMcCoy, Michael, Ravi et al pay ‘Tribute to John Coltrane’ (2004) |
7 . Thelonious Monk . NuttyThelonious Monk records ‘Misterioso’ at the Five Spot Café, New York City (1958) |
8 . The Bad Plus . (Theme From) Chariots of Fire |
9 . Monty Alexander . @ Jazz in Marciac |
10 . Dave Holland . Treachery |
11 . Fourplay . Double Trouble |
12 . Herbie Hancock . Actual Proof |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Harry Carney’s baritone saxophone added a distinctive, rich tone to ‘Sophisticated Lady’ in Ellington’s 1965 Copenhagen concert. His four-decade tenure with Ellington left a significant mark on the orchestra’s sound.
2. Charles Lloyd’s ‘Untitled No. 1’ demonstrates his experimental style from the 1960s, capturing his quest for musical innovation. The 1966 recording reflected the breadth of his artistic exploration.
3. On May 12, 1964, the Cannonball Adderley Sextet’s performance at the BBC Television Theatre featured ‘Come Sunday.’ This performance stood out as part of the ‘Jazz 625’ TV series.
4. During the 1979 Rome concert, the Bill Evans Trio delivered ‘Bill’s Hit Tune’ in a post-bop style. The performance highlighted intricate interplay among the trio, capturing their dynamic synergy.
5. The Robert Glasper Trio blended ‘Maiden Voyage’ with Radiohead’s ‘Everything In Its Right Place’ in 2006, adding a modern twist to classic jazz with a notable performance at the Newport Jazz Festival.
6. McCoy Tyner, renowned for his work with John Coltrane, performed ‘Blues’ during the 2004 tribute concert. His presence linked the event to Coltrane’s legacy.
7. In Paris, 1969, Thelonious Monk’s live rendition of ‘Nutty’ was notably enhanced by Philly Joe Jones on drums, contributing a unique collaboration in Monk’s repertoire.
8. The Bad Plus approached ‘Theme From Chariots of Fire’ with their trademark jazz reinterpretation style at the 2006 Newport Jazz Festival. Their work often includes inventive covers of popular pieces.
9. Monty Alexander’s 2009 Marciac performance featured his preference for a classic piano-bass-drums trio, highlighting his dynamic, technically skilled improvisation within this traditional format.
10. The Dave Holland Quartet’s ‘Treachery’ performance in 2008 exemplified contemporary jazz energy. This piece captured the technical mastery and modern flair displayed at the Newport Jazz Festival.
11. At the 2000 Newport Jazz Festival, Fourplay’s performance of ‘Double Trouble’ demonstrated their smooth jazz prowess. This track is a standout from their album ‘Yes, Please!’
12. Herbie Hancock’s Newport performance in 2008 opened with ‘Actual Proof,’ showcasing his enduring jazz-funk approach. This composition is famed for its complex, rhythm-driven style.
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