How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Michel Petrucciani, Keith Jarrett, Count Basie, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Chucho Valdés, Herbie Hancock, Danilo Pérez, Chano Dominguez , Eliane Elias, Oscar Peterson, Bud Powell, Joe Zawinul
They are the “Jazz Legends (Special Pianists)” performers selected among the 458 Posts we publish this week.
1. At which festival was the Jim Hall & Michel Petrucciani version of “Beautiful Love” recorded?
- A Newport Jazz Festival
- B Montreux Jazz Festival
- C North Sea Jazz Festival
2. What distinguishes the Keith Jarrett Trio’s performance of “Late Lament” in Tokyo?
- A A focus on lyrical simplicity
- B Its innovative use of electronics
- C Expressive, lyrical interpretation
3. Who played the prominent tenor saxophone solo during the Count Basie Orchestra’s 1976 Tivoli Gardens performance of “Things Ain’t What They Used To Be”?
- A Johnny Hodges
- B Lester Young
- C Jimmy Forrest
4. In Gonzalo Rubalcaba’s repertoire, which influence is prominently reflected in the song “Joao”?
- A Brazilian and Latin jazz
- B Classical European forms
- C American rock
5. Which genre blend is highlighted in Chucho Valdés’s composition “Abdel”?
- A Afro-Cuban, jazz, and classical
- B Hip-hop and R&B
- C Folk and psychedelic
6. What is notable about the Herbie Hancock Quintet’s rendition of “Seven-Teens”?
- A Its traditional blues structure
- B Rhythmic experimentation and complex harmonies
- C Minimalist electronic elements
7. What cultural blend defines the trio Children of the Light’s musical style?
- A Pop and rock influences
- B Jazz with Panamanian, Latin American, West African, and European influences
- C Classical and folk melodies
8. Chano Dominguez and Niño Josele’s project at the 2014 Vitoria-Gasteiz Jazz Festival prominently features a tribute to which artist?
- A Bob Marley
- B Paco de Lucía
- C Antonio Carlos Jobim
9. Which track by Eliane Elias was highlighted at the 2014 Jazz à Vienne Festival?
- A “Baubles, Bangles, and Beads”
- B “Chiclete com Banana”
- C “Girl from Ipanema”
10. The performance by Oscar Peterson & Ben Webster in Hannover, 1972, was significant for marking their last collaboration before whose death?
- A Duke Ellington
- B Oscar Peterson
- C Ben Webster
11. Which musician joined Charles Mingus specifically for “I’ll Remember April” at the 1960 Jazz Festival d’Antibes?
- A Bud Powell
- B John Coltrane
- C Bill Evans
12. “Jessica’s Birthday” during the Cannonball Adderley Sextet’s 1963 TV performance in Japan showcases what aspect of the group?
- A Static traditions
- B Dynamic interplay and evolving repertoire
- C Use of vocal harmonies
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The Hall & Petrucciani version of “Beautiful Love” was recorded at the Montreux Jazz Festival. Their performance is notable for its spontaneous improvisation.
2. The Tokyo performance of “Late Lament” by the Keith Jarrett Trio is distinguished by its expressive, lyrical interpretation, showcasing creative chemistry among the musicians.
3. Jimmy Forrest played the prominent tenor sax solo during the 1976 Tivoli Gardens concert, contributing to the swing and emotional depth of the piece.
4. Gonzalo Rubalcaba’s “Joao” reflects his interest in Brazilian and Latin jazz styles, bringing a cross-cultural flair to his performances.
5. Chucho Valdés showcases a blend of Afro-Cuban music, jazz, and classical influences in “Abdel,” highlighting his innovative fusion of diverse genres.
6. The Herbie Hancock Quintet’s “Seven-Teens” is notable for its intricate harmonies and rhythmic experimentation, characterizing the group’s innovative jazz approach.
7. Children of the Light’s style is jazz rooted in Panamanian, Latin American, West African, and European influences, creating a distinct musical blend.
8. Chano Dominguez and Niño Josele pay tribute to Paco de Lucía at the Vitoria-Gasteiz Jazz Festival, blending jazz and flamenco elements to honor his legacy.
9. “Chiclete com Banana” was highlighted during Eliane Elias’s 2014 Jazz à Vienne Festival performance, encapsulating her Brazilian-jazz fusion approach.
10. The Hannover 1972 performance marked the last collaboration between Oscar Peterson and Ben Webster before Webster’s death in 1973.
11. Bud Powell joined Charles Mingus for “I’ll Remember April,” making his appearance at the 1960 festival a unique moment in jazz history.
12. The Cannonball Adderley Sextet’s performance showcased dynamic interplay and an evolving repertoire, captured during their Japanese TV broadcast in 1963.
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