bebop musicians and night in tunisia

Question 1

dizzy gillespie date

Answer 1

1917 - 1993

Question 2

what is dizzy gillespie known for

Answer 2

bent trumpet, virtuosic trumpeter, fast runs, high register, intricate improvisation

Question 3

contributions to bebop

Answer 3

developed the intricate melodies harmonies and improv bebop than swing dancable jazz
innovative trumpet techniques, high notes, afro cuban rhythms
global influence - populixation of afro cuban rhythms

Question 4

charlie parker dates

Answer 4

1920 - 1955

Question 5

known for charlie parker

Answer 5

complex melodies, control ideas at rapid tempos, improvisation, angular and jagged rhythms

Question 6

why is dizzy gillespies night in tunisia a trailblazer

Answer 6

exemplifies the step away from swing jazz
using afro cuban rhythms
innovative approuach to harmony and melody
complex and chromatic walking bass

Question 7

background to night in tunisia

Answer 7

1942 ‘interlude’
1945 night in tunisia

Question 8

bebop and civil rights

Answer 8

bebop embodies rebellious spirit of the civil rights movement
african american fought along white people in the war
segregated leading tot he civil rights movement

Question 9

night in tunisia tonality, instruments, form

Answer 9

Major
trunpet, piano, alto sax, kit, double bass
Head - AABA tag/Interlude
Intro Head Solo Band Break Solo A section of head Cadenxa showcasing Gillespie