Goodman, Benny (1909-1986)
Known as the "King of Swing," bandleader Benny Goodman left his mark on the swing era of the late 1930s and early 1940s in several important areas. He adapted ...
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Benny Goodman (1909-1986) was a great jazz clarinetist and leader of one of the most popular big bands of the Swing Era (1935-1945).Benjamin David Goodman was born in Chicago, Illinois, on May 30, 190...
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