The origin of the term ‘boogie-woogie’ is uncertain. The most likely explanation is that it is a reduplication of ‘boogie’, which was the name given to a rent party in early 20th century USA. These parties were impromptu affairs, set up (pitched) to raise money to pay rent, at which a small entrance fee was charged.
Who coined the term boogie-woogie?
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.
Is boogie woogie jazz or blues?
Boogie-woogie is a style of blues music, usually played on the piano, that is closely related to jazz forms such as ragtime and stride piano.
When was the boogie woogie dance invented?
Boogie Woogie dance – Although its music had its beginnings in the 1870s, and its glory period from the 1920s to the 1940s, the dance didn’t emerge until a little later. The dance known as Boogie Woogie took influence from what was danced to Rock’n’Roll music in the 1950s, and has certain similarities to Lindy Hop.
Who plays boogie woogie?
| Brendan Kavanagh | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Dr K |
| Born | 1967 (age 54–55) London, England |
| Genres | Boogie-woogie Classical music Blues Jazz Rock and roll Irish traditional music |
How do you make boogie woogie?
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