Question

Who were the leading African American bandleaders during the swing era, and how did their styles differ?

Answer 1

Answer:

Edward Kennedy Ellington, William Count Basie

Explanation:

Edward Kennedy Ellington, known as Duke Ellington was born in April, 1899. The American pianist was known as the greatest Jazz composer and bandleader at that time. He has a unique style of play and was said to be the one who broke the musical rules.  

While William Count Basie is an American jazz pianist, organist, bandleader, and composer, born in August 21, 1904. He was said to be one who had a typical boogie woogie style of play. boogie woogie is a blues piano style.