goodman

• Имя собственное, относящееся к конкретной личности (обычно фамилия или титул). В данном контексте — знаменитый американский кларнетист и руководитель оркестра, ключевая фигура эпохи свинга в джазе.

A proper noun referring to a specific person, typically a surname or a title. In this context, it refers to a famous American clarinetist and bandleader who was a key figure in the swing era of jazz.

uncountable · proper noun

1. Benny GoodmanB2formalamerican

   An American jazz clarinetist and bandleader (1909–1986), known as the 'King of Swing', who formed a racially integrated big band and popularized swing music.

   Бенни Гудман

   • Goodman's 1938 Carnegie Hall concert is considered a landmark in jazz history.
   • Benny Goodman's band featured both black and white musicians, breaking racial barriers.
   • He was a virtuoso clarinetist who helped define the swing era.