The American Jazz Era (1900-1940) | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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Questions about the jazz era and types of jazz music from the 1900's through the 1940's

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Which Jazz genre was lively, dance music that had dances such as "the grizzly bear" and "the horse trot"?

Ragtime

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Who is considered the King of Ragtime?

Scott Joplin

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Which city is known for being the "Birthplace of Jazz"?

New Orleans

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What is it called when you make up music on the spot?

Improvisation

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What was the name of the famous trumpet player/singer and was known for his gravelly voice?

Louis Armstrong

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What is a band called when there are 10 or more players?

A Big Band

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Who is considered the "Queen of Jazz"?

Ella Fitzgerald

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What is it called to mimic instrumental sounds with your voice?

Scat Singing

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Which jazz genre is know for being fast and complex and NOT dance music?

Bebop

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What is the name of the saxophone player who had the nickname "Bird"?

Charlie Parker

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What is the name of the trumpet player who released an album called "Bird and Diz"?

Dizzy Gillspie

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Which jazz genre was influenced by African American roots?

Electric Blues

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Which instrument was popularized with the help of the Electric Blues?

The Electric Guitar

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True or False: Scott Joplin wrote the "Maple Leaf Rag"

True

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Name two instruments found in the rhythm section.

String Bass, Drums, Piano, Banjo

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Name one instrument found in the Frontliners.

Trumpet, Clarinet, Trombone

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