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Benjamin David Goodman (May 30, 1909 – June 13, 1986) was an American clarinetist and bandleader, known as the "King of Swing". From 1936 until the mid-1940s, Goodman led one of the most popular swing big bands in the United States.
Apr 2, 2014 · Benny Goodman was a clarinetist and bandleader responsible for multiple hit singles as a band leader before World War II. Goodman left school at 14 to join the American Federation...
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Jun 9, 2024 · Benny Goodman was an American jazz musician, bandleader, and renowned 20th-century clarinet virtuoso. Dubbed the ‘King of Swing,’ Goodman was also a complex personality whose relentless pursuit of perfection was reflected in his approach to music.
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Learn about the life and career of Benny Goodman, the clarinetist who led the most popular big band in the Swing Era. Discover how he became a musical icon, a racial pioneer, and a classical performer.
Benny Goodman, born on May 30, 1909 in Chicago, Illinois, was an American musician. Often referred to as the King of Swing, he is best remembered as one of the greatest clarinetists of all time, reaching the height of his popularity in the 1930s when swing was most popular.
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Dec 29, 2000 · Learn about the life and career of Benny Goodman, the clarinetist who led the most popular big band in the 1930s and 1940s. Discover how he broke the color barrier in jazz, played Carnegie Hall, and influenced generations of musicians.
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