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Count Basie

(1904–1984) Pianist United States

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Count Basie was a pianist from the United States, best known for Good morning blues.

Quick Facts About Count Basie

Born
August 21, 1904
Died
April 26, 1984
Nationality
United States
Profession
Pianist
Notable works
Good morning blues
Spouse
Catherine Basie

About Count Basie

William James "Count" Basie was an American jazz pianist, organist, bandleader, and composer. In 1935, he formed the Count Basie Orchestra, and in 1936 took them to Chicago for a long engagement and their first recording. He led the group for almost 50 years, creating innovations like the use of two "split" tenor saxophones, emphasizing the rhythm section, riffing with a big band, using arrangers to broaden their sound, his minimalist piano style, and others.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Presidential Medal of Freedom NEA Jazz Masters Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award Grammy Award for Best Jazz Instrumental Album Kennedy Center Honors Grammy Award for Best Jazz Performance Grammy Award for Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album Grammy Award for Best Performance by an Orchestra – for Dancing
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Grammy Trustees Award New Jersey Hall of Fame star on Hollywood Walk of Fame Kansas Music Hall of Fame

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