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Saturday, 9 May 2015

Jazz Greats: Freddie Green

Freddie Green
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Swing Jazz Guitarist, Freddie Green, was a member of Count Bassie's Band for 50 years. He is remembered for is intriguing Chord changes and his contributions to the Rhythm Guitar. Please take a listen here and have a nice Saturday: Carnegie Hall (Jan 16, 1938) - Benny Goodman and Count Basie - The Elder (Freddie Green Chord Solo)

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Source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freddie_Green
Background information
Birth nameFrederick William Green
BornMarch 31, 1911
Charleston, South Carolina
United States
DiedMarch 1, 1987 (aged 75)
Las Vegas, Nevada
United States
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsGuitar
Associated actsCount Basie

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