Listen "Count Basie"
Episode Synopsis
William James Basie, also known as Count Basie, was a legendary bandleader and pianist whose Kansas City swing defined an era of jazz. In 1935, he formed the Count Basie Orchestra and led the group for almost 50 years. Visit southcarolinapublicradio.org/rapponjazz for full transcripts.
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