Benny Goodman
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Benny Goodman
Summary
Benny Goodman is a human[1]. His place of birth was Chicago[2]. He was born on May 30, 1909[3]. He passed away in New York City[4]. He died on June 13, 1986[5]. He worked as a composer[6], conductor[7], bandleader[8], clarinetist[9], and jazz musician[10]. He ranks in the top 0.63% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (2,609 views/month, #6,316 of 1,000,298).[11]
Key Facts
- Benny Goodman's place of birth was Chicago[2].
- Benny Goodman died in New York City[4].
- Benny Goodman was born on May 30, 1909[3].
- Benny Goodman died on June 13, 1986[5].
- Benny Goodman is buried at Long Ridge Union Cemetery[12].
- Benny Goodman's father was David Goodman[13].
- Benny Goodman's mother was Dora Grisinsky[14].
- Among Benny Goodman's spouses was Alice Frances Hammond[15].
- A child of Benny Goodman was Rachel Goodman[16].
- A child of Benny Goodman was Benji Goodman[17].
- Benny Goodman held citizenship in United States[18].
- English was Benny Goodman's native language[19].
- Benny Goodman worked as a composer[6].
- Benny Goodman's professions included conductor[7].
- Benny Goodman's professions included bandleader[8].
- Benny Goodman's professions included clarinetist[9].
- Benny Goodman worked as a jazz musician[10].
- Benny Goodman's professions included saxophonist[20].
- Benny Goodman's education included a stint at Harrison Technical High School[21].
- Benny Goodman received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award[22].
- Benny Goodman received the Kennedy Center Honors[23].
- Benny Goodman received the star on Hollywood Walk of Fame[24].
- Benny Goodman was a member of Benny Goodman and His Orchestra[25].
- Benny Goodman was a member of Benny Goodman Sextet[26].
- Benny Goodman is recorded as male[27].
Body
Origins and Family
Born in Chicago[2], Benny Goodman… he was born on May 30, 1909[3]. His father was David Goodman[13]. His mother was Dora Grisinsky[14]. English was his native language[19].
Education
Benny Goodman's education included a stint at Harrison Technical High School[21]. He studied under Eric Simon[28].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include composer[6], conductor[7], bandleader[8], clarinetist[9], jazz musician[10], and saxophonist[20].
Recognition
Awards received include Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award[22], a lifetime achievement award[29], in United States[30], founded in 1962[31]; Kennedy Center Honors[23], an award[32], in United States[33], founded in 1978[34]; and star on Hollywood Walk of Fame[24], a commemorative plaque[35], in United States[36].
Personal Life
Among Benny Goodman's spouses was Alice Frances Hammond[15]. Children include Rachel Goodman[16] and Benji Goodman[17].
Death and Burial
Benny Goodman died on June 13, 1986[5]. He passed away in New York City[4]. The cause of death was myocardial infarction[37]. He is buried at Long Ridge Union Cemetery[12].
Why It Matters
Benny Goodman ranks in the top 0.63% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (2,609 views/month, #6,316 of 1,000,298).[11] He has Wikipedia articles in 28 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[38] He is known by 21 alternative names across languages and contexts.[39]
He has been cited as an influence by Dave Grusin[40], a composer[41], b. 1934[42], of United States[43], awarded the Charles E. Lutton Man of Music Award[44]; Peter Bernstein[45], a composer[46], b. 1951[47], of United States[48], awarded the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Musical Score[49], specialised in music[50]; and Peter Appleyard[51], a composer[52], 1928–2013[53], of Canada[54], awarded the Officer of the Order of Canada[55].
FAQs
Where was Benny Goodman born?
Benny Goodman was born in Chicago[2].
Where did Benny Goodman die?
Benny Goodman passed away in New York City[4].
Who were Benny Goodman's parents?
Benny Goodman's father was David Goodman[13]. Benny Goodman's mother was Dora Grisinsky[14].
Who was Benny Goodman married to?
Benny Goodman's spouses include Alice Frances Hammond[15].
What did Benny Goodman do for work?
Benny Goodman worked as composer[6], conductor[7], bandleader[8], clarinetist[9], and jazz musician[10].
Where did Benny Goodman go to school?
Benny Goodman was educated at Harrison Technical High School[21].
What awards did Benny Goodman receive?
Honors received include Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award[22], Kennedy Center Honors[23], and star on Hollywood Walk of Fame[24].
Who did Benny Goodman influence?
Benny Goodman has been cited as an influence by Dave Grusin[40], Peter Bernstein[45], and Peter Appleyard[51].