Episode Overview
Swing music would reconnect with its blues origins in Kansas City, as Count Basie and the Barons of Rhythm introduced their lively sound to New York City. Basie would also provide Billie Holiday with her initial opportunity, inviting her to tour, perform, and enjoy the nightlife alongside the band. Meanwhile, a young Ella Fitzgerald would emerge from Chick Webb’s ensemble at the Savoy Ballroom, earning the title of top female vocalist by Down Beat in 1937, surpassing even Billie Holiday.
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Season 1 Episodes 10
1.
Gumbo: Beginnings to 1917
2.
The Gift: 1917-1924
3.
Our Language: 1924 -1929
4.
The True Welcome: 1929-1934
5.
Swing: Pure Pleasure - 1935-1937
6.
Swing: The Velocity of Celebration - 1937-1939
7.
Dedicated to Chaos: 1940-1945
8.
Risk: 1945-1955
9.
The Adventure: 1956-1960
10.
A Masterpiece by Midnight: 1960 to the Present
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