benjamin david goodman

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Benjamin David Goodman: An American clarinetist and bandleader, widely recognized as a pivotal figure in jazz history. He famously formed a large orchestra in 1934 that was racially integrated, featuring both Black and white musicians, and was instrumental in popularizing the swing style of jazz. His career spanned from 1909 to 1986.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Benjamin David Goodman, known as the "King of Swing," led one of the most famous big bands.
    • The biography details the life and career of Benjamin David Goodman.
    • Many musicians credit Benjamin David Goodman with breaking racial barriers in the music industry.
Advanced Usage
  • Historical Reference: The name is used to refer specifically to the individual's contributions to 20th-century American music and cultural history.
    • The era of Benjamin David Goodman defined a generation's sound.
Variants and Related Words
  • Benny Goodman: The common nickname and stage name for Benjamin David Goodman.
    • Benny Goodman's recording of "Sing, Sing, Sing" is iconic.
  • Goodman: A common shorthand in musical contexts.
    • The Goodman band's performance at Carnegie Hall was historic.
Synonyms
  • Bandleader: A leader of a musical band.
  • Clarinetist: A person who plays the clarinet.
  • The King of Swing: A popular epithet for Benny Goodman.
Related Phrases
  • The Benny Goodman Orchestra: The specific big band led by Goodman.
    • She collects records by the Benny Goodman Orchestra.
  • The Goodman Trio/Quartet: Referring to his smaller, influential chamber jazz groups.
    • The Goodman Quartet featured pianist Teddy Wilson.
Noun
  1. United States clarinetist who in 1934 formed a big band (including black as well as white musicians) and introduced a kind of jazz known as swing (1909-1986)

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