Benny Goodman

Benny Goodman Benny Goodman American jazz clarinetist and bandleader (1909–1986) "Benjamin Goodman" redirects here. For the American football coach, see Mose Goodman. Benjamin David Goodman (May 30, 1909 – June 13, 1986) was an American clarinetist and bandleader, known as the "King of Swing".[1] His orchestra did well commercially. Quick facts Background information, Born ... Benny Goodman Goodman in 1942 Background information Born Benjamin David Goodman (1909-05-30)May 30, 1909 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. Died June 13, 1986(1986-06-13) (aged 77) New York City, U.S. Genres Jazz swing Occupations Musician bandleader Instrument Clarinet Years active 1926–1986 Labels Columbia RCA Victor V-Disc Website bennygoodman.com Close From 1936 until the mid-1940s, Goodman led one of the most popular swing big bands in the United States.…

GENRES: Big Band, Jazz, Clarinet

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