How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Coleman Hawkins, Art Farmer, Jim Hall, Anita O’Day, Oscar Peterson, Ray Bryant, Lester Young, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, Teddy Wilson, Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Buddy Rich
They are the “Jazz Legends” performers selected among the 347 Posts we publish this week.
1. Which jazz musician performed “September Song” at Wembley Town Hall in 1964?
- A Coleman Hawkins
- B John Coltrane
- C Cannonball Adderley
2. Which instrument did Art Farmer play on the album “Interaction”?
- A Trumpet
- B Flugelhorn
- C Trombone
3. Where did Anita O’Day perform “That Old Feeling” in 1963?
- A London
- B Tokyo
- C Paris
4. What was the opening piece of the Oscar Peterson Trio’s live concert in London, 1964?
- A Cubano Chant
- B Con Alma
- C Hallelujah Time
5. When was “Greensleeves” first documented?
- A 1580
- B 1550
- C 1600
6. Who first recorded the song composed by Jimmy Van Heusen that features Frank Sinatra?
- A Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra
- B Duke Ellington Orchestra
- C Benny Goodman and His Orchestra
7. Which artist did not record a live duet of “It’s All Right with Me” with Ella Fitzgerald?
- A Nat King Cole
- B Louie Armstrong
- C Frank Sinatra
8. What does “Take the ‘A’ Train” refer to in its title?
- A An airplane
- B Subway directions
- C A train station
9. Which artist is associated with pioneering racially integrated jazz ensembles?
- A Billie Holiday
- B Teddy Wilson
- C Glenn Miller
10. With whom did Benny Goodman perform “Anything for You” at the New York Marriott Marquis?
- A Duke Ellington
- B Dick Hyman
- C Louis Armstrong
11. Which big band leader is famed for making “In the Mood” a hit?
- A Glenn Miller
- B Count Basie
- C Duke Ellington
12. What notable piece did Buddy Rich’s ensemble perform on the album *Swingin’ New Big Band*?
- A A Love Supreme
- B West Side Story Medley
- C Lady Bird
Tracklist
1 . Coleman Hawkins . September Song |
2 . Art Farmer & Jim Hall . Sometime Ago |
3 . Anita O’Day . That Old FeelingAnita O’Day records ‘Waiter, Make Mine Blues,’ an album for Verve (1961) |
4 . Oscar Peterson . Hallelujah TimeOn TV today , Oscar Peterson on ‘Jazz 625’ (1964) |
5 . Ray Bryant . GreensleevesOn TV today , Lester Young et al at ‘Art Ford Jazz Party’ (1958) |
6 . Lester Young . Polka Dots and MoonbeamsOn TV today , Lester Young et al at ‘Art Ford Jazz Party’ (1958) |
7 . Ella Fitzgerald & Nat King Cole . It’s All Right With MeElla Fitzgerald records ‘At the Opera House’ in Los Angeles for Verve (1957) |
8 . Duke Ellington & Billy Strayhorn . Take the ‘A’ TrainDuke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn record ‘Great Times!’ for Riverside (1950) |
9 . Teddy Wilson . But Not For Me |
10 . Benny Goodman . (I Would) Do Anything For You |
11 . Glenn Miller . In the MoodGlenn Miller and his Orchestra record ‘The Glenn Miller Carnegie Hall Concert’ (1958) |
12 . Buddy Rich . Westside Story (Overture) |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Coleman Hawkins offered a memorable performance of “September Song” in 1964, highlighting his mastery of jazz standards. His live appearance in London underscored his status in jazz circles.
2. Art Farmer showcased his skills on the flugelhorn in the album “Interaction.” His contributions were key to this recording’s solid jazz credentials.
3. Anita O’Day dazzled audiences in Tokyo during her 1963 concert, delivering a standout performance of “That Old Feeling.” Her unique phrasing was on full display.
4. A night to remember, the Oscar Peterson Trio opened their 1964 London concert with “Hallelujah Time.” The live album captures their energetic start.
5. “Greensleeves” first popped up in 1580. Despite popular myths, its origins are purely musical, not royal.
6. Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra, featuring Frank Sinatra, first recorded this Jimmy Van Heusen piece in 1940, marking a historic moment in music history.
7. Contrary to some beliefs, Nat King Cole never recorded a live duet of “It’s All Right with Me” with Ella Fitzgerald. Their repertoires, however, often overlapped.
8. The title “Take the ‘A’ Train” refers to subway directions, leading to Harlem’s Sugar Hill. Strayhorn captured this urban vibe in his composition.
9. Teddy Wilson was instrumental in blending jazz talents across racial lines, notably through his work with Benny Goodman and others.
10. At the New York Marriott Marquis, Benny Goodman performed “Anything for You” accompanied by Dick Hyman on piano, showing his longstanding rapport with fellow musicians.
11. Glenn Miller and his Orchestra made “In the Mood” an unforgettable swing anthem. The tune still echoes through the halls of jazz history.
12. Buddy Rich’s rendition of the “West Side Story Medley” shone brightly on his 1966 album, offering listeners a complex and dynamic big-band arrangement.
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