Jazz: The Rhythm of Freedom

Jazz: The Rhythm of Freedom

Test your knowledge on the soulful, improvisational world of Jazz. Explore its history, legendary musicians, and distinctive styles.

published on October 16
1/11

Which city is considered the birthplace of Jazz?

Which city is considered the birthplace of Jazz?
New Orleans
Chicago
New York
Los Angeles
2/11

Which jazz musician is known for the 'Birth of the Cool' album?

Which jazz musician is known for the 'Birth of the Cool' album?
Charles Mingus
Thelonious Monk
Miles Davis
Dizzy Gillespie
3/11

In what year did the Newport Jazz Festival first occur?

In what year did the Newport Jazz Festival first occur?
1954
1965
1970
1945
4/11

What is a 'riff' in jazz music?

What is a 'riff' in jazz music?
A type of dance
A long solo piece
A repeated musical phrase
An extended drum solo
5/11

Which style of jazz did Charlie Parker help to pioneer?

Which style of jazz did Charlie Parker help to pioneer?
Ragtime
Bebop
Cool Jazz
Swing
6/11

Which jazz artist is known for 'A Love Supreme'?

Which jazz artist is known for 'A Love Supreme'?
Ella Fitzgerald
Duke Ellington
Herbie Hancock
John Coltrane
7/11

Who was known as the 'First Lady of Jazz'?

Who was known as the 'First Lady of Jazz'?
Nina Simone
Billie Holiday
Ella Fitzgerald
Sarah Vaughan
8/11

Who is known as the 'Father of Jazz'?

Who is known as the 'Father of Jazz'?
Charlie Parker
Buddy Bolden
Duke Ellington
Louis Armstrong
9/11

What instrument is John Coltrane famous for playing?

What instrument is John Coltrane famous for playing?
Drums
Trumpet
Piano
Saxophone
10/11

What is a defining feature of Jazz music?

What is a defining feature of Jazz music?
Sheet music reliance
Improvisation
Consistent key changes
Uniformity in rhythm
11/11

What is a 'Big Band' in jazz terminology?

What is a 'Big Band' in jazz terminology?
A solo performance
A large jazz orchestra
A vocal jazz group
A group with 3-4 members