Louis Armstrong was an iconic American jazz trumpeter and singer who revolutionized the genre with his innovative style and captivating voice.
Nat King Cole was an iconic American jazz pianist and vocalist who revolutionized the music industry with his soulful voice and exceptional piano skills.
Glenn Miller was an iconic American big band trombonist, arranger, and composer whose timeless music defined the swing era.
Benny Goodman was an American jazz clarinetist and bandleader known as the "King of Swing," who led one of the most popular big bands of the Swing Era.
Tommy Dorsey was an American jazz trombonist, composer, and bandleader, renowned for his smooth and melodic playing style.
Glenn Frey was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and actor, best known as a founding member of the Eagles.
Miles Davis was an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and composer who revolutionized the genre with his innovative approach to improvisation and fusion.
Duke Ellington was a prolific American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader who revolutionized the genre with his unique style and numerous timeless compositions.
Art Blakey was a renowned American jazz drummer and bandleader, best known for his innovative polyrhythmic style and his influential ensemble, the Jazz Messengers.
Dave Brubeck was an American jazz pianist and composer, renowned for his innovative use of odd time signatures and fusion of classical and jazz elements.
Count Basie was an American jazz pianist, bandleader, and composer who revolutionized the swing era with his unique, minimalist style and iconic big band sound.
Sidney Bechet was a pioneering jazz saxophonist and clarinetist, renowned for his innovative improvisational style and influential role in shaping early jazz history.
Fletcher Henderson was a pioneering African-American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader in the swing era.
Tito Puente was a legendary American musician, bandleader, and composer, known as the King of Latin Music, who popularized Latin jazz and salsa worldwide.
Maynard Ferguson was a Canadian jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and educator known for his virtuosic playing and charismatic stage presence.