Test your knowledge about JAZZ
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Keep learning about this wonderful style and soon you will be answering all the questions without errors. Challenge a friend to this test.
#1. What was Charlie Parker’s nickname?
Early in his career, Parker was nicknamed Yardbird; this nickname was later shortened to Bird and remained Parker’s nickname for the rest of his life.
#2. Small groups, rapid chord changes, complex solos and fast tempo are characteristics that define which style of jazz?
Bebop is the style that has such characteristics!
#3. What was Louis Armstrong’s nickname?
Satchmo was Louis Armstrong’s nickname.
#4. “The Prez” was the nickname of which great jazz saxophonist?
Lester Young was nicknamed “The Prez” by singer Billie Holiday.
#5. The mixture of jazz with musical styles such as rock, funk, Latin music and others is commonly called:
Fusion is the right answer to this question.
#6. What instrument did Miles Davis play?
Miles Davis’ inseparable instrument was the trumpet, with which he composed true pearls of jazz.
#7. Who wrote the famous jazz song “Giant Steps”?
Giant Steps is the famous song by the master John Coltrane.
#8. What was the first jazz record?
Wrong! The first jazz record in history was “Original Dixieland Jass Band” released in 1917 by Victor.
#9. What city is known as “the birthplace of jazz”?
The city considered the “birthplace of jazz” is New Orleans.
#10. What style of Brazilian music was most influenced by jazz?
Bossa Nova is a style of Brazilian music that was heavily influenced by jazz and also influenced hundreds of American musicians and musicians from other parts of the world.
#11. Who is the composer of the beautiful song “Summertime”?
Summertime is a beautiful song composed by George Gershwin.
#12. Who composed the songs Take the “A” Train, In a Sentimental Mood, Preludo to a Kiss, Satin Doll and Caravan?
Duke Ellington is the composer of these jazz gems. Check out our Backing Track for “Take the ‘A’ Train”
#13. Which of the themes below is composed by Bill Evans?
Waltz for Debbie is the correct answer!
#14. What was the name of one of Duke Ellington’s early bands?
“The Washingtonians” was the name of the first group formed by Duke Ellington around 1917.
#15. What instrument did Duke Ellington play?
Duke Ellington is a famous pianist, one of the personalities who best represented the piano in jazz.
#16. Which style below does not belong to jazz?
Fado does not belong to jazz, it is a typical style of Portuguese music.
#17. “Take Five”, a song famous for its 5/4 time signature, was composed by:
“Take Five” is a jazz composition written by Paul Desmond and performed by The Dave Brubeck Quartet on their 1959 album Time Out
#18. What instrument does Marcus Miller play?
Bass is the instrument played by master Marcus Miller.
#19. Which of the guitarists below is not considered a jazz musician?
Pete Townshend is definitely not a jazz guitarist.
#20. “Now’s the Time” and “Blues for Alice” are compositions by:
Charlie Parker is credited with composing the songs “Now’s the Time” and “Blues for Alice.”
