swing Flashcards
What was Swing meant for?
dancing in large ballrooms.
Was swing improv or written arrangements?
Written arrangements
Why did Swing use written arrangements?
cater to large ensembles
collective improvisation no longer viable
What was the leading solo instrument in Swing?
the saxophone
Were banjos still used in the Rhythm section?
nah they are outdated
Rhythm section typically double bass, piano, drums, guitar
What was the horn instrumentation of Big Bands?
trombones, trumpets, saxophones
What did the double bass replace in big bands?
the tuba
What did the double bass play in swing?
a walking baseline
Did piano players still play stride base?
nope
What is Du-Wah style in swing?
fast succession of open and closed plunger mute
What is Ya-Ya in Swing?
vocal growls and use of plunger/pixie mute
What is the Ellington effect?
the distinctive musical heights that can be achieved when catering to the unique capabilities of the musicians in the ensemble as individuals.
Each member of his band is to him a distinctive tone colour and set of emotions which he mixes with others equally distinctive to produce a third thing.
Who are the core artists for Swing music?
Count Basie, Glenn Miller and Duke Ellington.
