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1. Which violinist was known for his jazz prowess and was the first to play jazz?
2. What jazz singer was nicknamed 'Mr. Five By Five', after a popular song?
3. Name the Harlem nightspot where many of jazz's great figures got their start.
4. Who was the lyricist for many of Fats Waller's hits?
5. Who was Benny Goodman's vibraphonist?
6. Complete this title: _______________ with Nellie.
7. What was Monk's middle name?
8. Who was the girl singer on Gene Krupa's band?
9. Name the controversial song Billie Holiday introduced.
10. What was the nickname of stride pianist Willie Smith?
11. Name Count Basie's best known hit.
12. Name the boogie-woogie pianist whose style influence early rock.
13. Which blind pianist did Fats Waller call God?
14. What is the nationality of Oscar Peterson?
15. Which of Billie Holiday's songs became a rock hit in the US in the 60's?
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