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Among the greatest popularizers of boogie-woogie were Jimmy Yancey, Pinetop Smith, who is generally credited with inventing the term itself, Albert Ammons, Pete Johnson, and Meade “Lux” Lewis.
- Who invented the boogie-woogie?
- What is the origin of the boogie dance?
- Who is the artist of boogie-woogie?
- Why is it called boogie-woogie?
Who invented the boogie-woogie?
Jimmy Yancey, Albert Ammons, & Meade Lux Lewis
In Chicago during the 1920's, this musical form developed into the sound which today we recognize as boogie-woogie.
What is the origin of the boogie dance?
The dance form was originally inspired by American Rock 'n' Roll/Lindy Hop dancing of the 1950s, but gradually developed its own European style and personality. ... Boogie Woogie of today functions as a social dance, but is sometimes recognized even more as an established competition dance.
Who is the artist of boogie-woogie?
Piet Mondrian Broadway Boogie Woogie 1942-43. Mondrian arrived in New York in 1940, one of the many European artists who moved to the United States to escape World War II.
Why is it called boogie-woogie?
The term boogie was associated with the idea of a house rent party, where neighbors would gather together and pay a small fee to listen to boogie woogie music played by a local musician. The money they raised would go to pay the host's rent on their house.
