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Indian Jazz and Blues and the Global Music Scene: A Study in Cross-Cultural Exchange

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Which Indian musician is known for his unique blend of jazz and Indian classical music?

  1. Ravi Shankar

  2. Zakir Hussain

  3. L. Subramaniam

  4. Pandit Jasraj


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

L. Subramaniam is a renowned Indian violinist and composer who has gained international recognition for his fusion of jazz and Indian classical music.

What is the name of the jazz club in Mumbai that has been a hub for Indian jazz musicians since the 1950s?

  1. The Blue Mug

  2. The Jazz Yatra

  3. The Bombay Jazz Club

  4. The Rhythm Room


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Blue Mug is a legendary jazz club in Mumbai that has hosted numerous Indian and international jazz musicians over the years.

Which Indian jazz musician was a member of the Miles Davis Quintet in the 1960s?

  1. John Coltrane

  2. Wayne Shorter

  3. Herbie Hancock

  4. Ravi Shankar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ravi Shankar, the renowned Indian sitar player, collaborated with Miles Davis on his album 'Miles Smiles' in 1966.

What is the name of the annual jazz festival held in Mumbai that showcases both Indian and international jazz musicians?

  1. The Mumbai Jazz Festival

  2. The Jazz Yatra

  3. The Bombay Jazz Festival

  4. The Rhythm Room Jazz Festival


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Jazz Yatra is an annual jazz festival held in Mumbai that brings together renowned jazz musicians from India and around the world.

Which Indian jazz musician is known for his innovative use of the tabla in jazz music?

  1. Zakir Hussain

  2. L. Subramaniam

  3. Pandit Jasraj

  4. Ravi Shankar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Zakir Hussain is a renowned Indian tabla player who has collaborated with numerous jazz musicians, including John McLaughlin and Herbie Hancock.

What is the name of the Indian jazz fusion band led by saxophonist George Brooks?

  1. The George Brooks Band

  2. The Jazz Yatra Band

  3. The Bombay Jazz Band

  4. The Rhythm Room Band


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The George Brooks Band is an Indian jazz fusion band led by saxophonist George Brooks, known for their unique blend of jazz, Indian classical music, and Western pop.

Which Indian jazz musician is known for his collaborations with Western jazz musicians such as John McLaughlin and Chick Corea?

  1. Ravi Shankar

  2. Zakir Hussain

  3. L. Subramaniam

  4. Pandit Jasraj


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

L. Subramaniam has collaborated with numerous Western jazz musicians, including John McLaughlin, Chick Corea, and Herbie Hancock.

What is the name of the annual blues festival held in Chennai that showcases both Indian and international blues musicians?

  1. The Chennai Blues Festival

  2. The Blues Yatra

  3. The Madras Blues Festival

  4. The Rhythm Room Blues Festival


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chennai Blues Festival is an annual blues festival held in Chennai that brings together renowned blues musicians from India and around the world.

Which Indian blues musician is known for his unique blend of blues and Indian folk music?

  1. John Mayall

  2. Eric Clapton

  3. B.B. King

  4. Rajeshwari Datta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rajeshwari Datta is an Indian blues musician known for her unique blend of blues and Indian folk music.

What is the name of the Indian blues band led by guitarist Prashant Aswani?

  1. The Prashant Aswani Band

  2. The Blues Yatra Band

  3. The Madras Blues Band

  4. The Rhythm Room Blues Band


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Prashant Aswani Band is an Indian blues band led by guitarist Prashant Aswani, known for their unique blend of blues, rock, and Indian classical music.

Which Indian blues musician is known for his collaborations with Western blues musicians such as Buddy Guy and John Lee Hooker?

  1. Ravi Shankar

  2. Zakir Hussain

  3. L. Subramaniam

  4. Rajeshwari Datta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rajeshwari Datta has collaborated with numerous Western blues musicians, including Buddy Guy, John Lee Hooker, and B.B. King.

What is the name of the annual music festival held in Delhi that showcases both Indian and international jazz and blues musicians?

  1. The Delhi Jazz and Blues Festival

  2. The Music Yatra

  3. The Capital Jazz and Blues Festival

  4. The Rhythm Room Jazz and Blues Festival


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Delhi Jazz and Blues Festival is an annual music festival held in Delhi that brings together renowned jazz and blues musicians from India and around the world.

Which Indian musician is known for his unique blend of jazz, blues, and Indian classical music?

  1. Ravi Shankar

  2. Zakir Hussain

  3. L. Subramaniam

  4. Pandit Jasraj


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

L. Subramaniam is a renowned Indian violinist and composer who has gained international recognition for his fusion of jazz, blues, and Indian classical music.

What is the name of the jazz club in Kolkata that has been a hub for Indian jazz musicians since the 1960s?

  1. The Blue Mug

  2. The Jazz Yatra

  3. The Calcutta Jazz Club

  4. The Rhythm Room


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Calcutta Jazz Club is a legendary jazz club in Kolkata that has hosted numerous Indian and international jazz musicians over the years.

Which Indian jazz musician was a member of the Dizzy Gillespie Quintet in the 1950s?

  1. John Coltrane

  2. Wayne Shorter

  3. Herbie Hancock

  4. Ravi Shankar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ravi Shankar, the renowned Indian sitar player, collaborated with Dizzy Gillespie on his album 'Jazz Meets India' in 1964.

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