Count Basie Quizzes

Count Basie was a legendary jazz pianist and bandleader whose swing style transformed big band music forever. His smooth rhythms and tight arrangements made The Count Basie Orchestra one of the most influential ensembles in jazz history.

Count Basie Profile

Born	William James Basie was born in Red Bank, New Jersey on August 21, 1904.
Died	April 26, 1984
Key Albums	The Atomic Mr. Basie (1958), Chairman of the Board (2003), “Satch” and “Josh” (1986), Count Basie / Sarah Vaughan (1961).
Key Tracks	One O'Clock Jump (1966), Splanky (1958), April In Paris (1965), Jumpin' At the Woodside (1961), The Kid from Red Bank (1958), Flight of the Foo Birds (1958), Topsy (1985), Lester Leaps in (1986), Corner Pocket (1969), Lil' Darlin' (1958).
Grammy Record	9 won and 20 nominated.