Famous Jazz Musicians Flashcards
trumpeter and vocalist with nicknames “Satchmo”, “Satch”, and “Pops”
Louis Armstrong
composed pieces such as “In a Sentimental Mood”, “It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing)”, and “Satin Doll”
Duke Ellington
pianist, composer and organist who formed his own jazz orchestra in 1935, which would include members such as Lester Young and Freddie Green
Count Basie
often performing alongside with his friend Dizzy Gillespie, this saxophonist and composer was a profound leader in bebop
Charlie Parker
released albums such as Kind of Blue (1959) and In a Silent Way (1969)
Miles Davis
vocalist also known as “Lady Day”
Billie Holiday
pianist who composed pieces such as “Round Midnight” and “Blue Monk”
Thelonious Monk
known for his puffed cheeks and trumpet bell bent at a raised angle as well as compositions such “Ooh Bop Sh’Bam”
Dizzy Gillispie
