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". His orchestra did well commercially. Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Benny Goodman Goodman in 1942 Background information Birth name Benjamin David Goodman Born (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…

GENRES: Big Band, Jazz, Clarinet

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