Courtney Pine and Jazz Fusion Quiz

What instrument did Courtney Pine initially study at school?

• Saxophone

• Trumpet

• Clarinet

• Piano

Where was Courtney Pine born?

• Kingston, Jamaica

• London, England

• New York, USA

• Toronto, Canada

What is the primary influence of the song "Lady Day" by Courtney Pine?

• Classical

• Blues and Soul

• Reggae

• Electronic

Which jazz musician is NOT mentioned as a pioneer of bebop?

• Charlie Parker

• Dizzy Gillespie

• Thelonious Monk

• Miles Davis

Which musical style is NOT mentioned as an influence in Courtney Pine's album "Back in the Day"?

• Drum & Bass

• Classical

• Hip Hop

• Blues

What was the name of the band Courtney Pine co-formed?

• Jazz Warriors

• Jazz Crusaders

• Jazz Messengers

• Jazz Innovators

What is jazz fusion primarily known for combining?

• Classical music and jazz

• Rock and pop music

• Jazz harmony and improvisation with electric instruments

• Folk music and jazz

At what age did Courtney Pine join the reggae DJ duo Clint Eastwood and General Saint?

• 15

• 17

• 19

• 21

Which song's chord sequence is referenced in "Inner State of Mind"?

• "So What" by Miles Davis

• "Take Five" by Dave Brubeck

• "Blue in Green" by Bill Evans

• "Giant Steps" by John Coltrane

What honor was Courtney Pine awarded in 2000?

• CBE

• OBE

• Knighthood

• MBE