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Eugene Bertram „Gene“ Krupa war ein für sein energiegeladenes Spiel berühmter amerikanischer Jazz- und Big-Band-Schlagzeuger und Bandleader. Ihm ist es zu verdanken, dass lange Drum-Soli populär wurden. Er gilt als der erste große Star des Schlagzeugs.
Eugene Bertram Krupa (January 15, 1909 – October 16, 1973) [1] was an American jazz drummer, bandleader, and composer. [2] [3] Krupa is widely regarded as one of the most influential drummers in the history of popular music.
Gene Krupa (born January 15, 1909, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.—died October 16, 1973, Yonkers, New York) was an American jazz drummer who was perhaps the most popular percussionist of the swing era. After the death of his father, Krupa went to work at age 11 as an errand boy for a music company.
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31. Aug. 2021 · Learn about the life and legacy of jazz drummer Gene Krupa, who popularized the drum solo, showmanship, and integration in jazz. Read quotes from his peers and admirers, and discover his influence on contemporary drummers.
Learn about Gene Krupa, the first star drummer who transformed the drums from time-keeping to solo instrument. See his drums, used by him in the Benny Goodman band and the Navy, at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.
17. Okt. 1973 · Gene Krupa, who changed the drummer in jazz bands from a timekeeper to a soloist through his flamboyant performances in Benny Goodman's orchestra in the nineteenthirties, died yesterday at his...
15. Nov. 2018 · Learn about Gene Krupa, one of the most influential drummers of the big band era, who played with Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey and Anita O'Day. Explore his discography, photos, videos and articles on All About Jazz.
