Birth of Cool

What instrument did Miles Davis receive on his thirteenth birthday?

• Trumpet

• Saxophone

• Piano

• Drum

Which style of jazz captivated Miles when he first heard it?

• Classical Jazz

• Bebop

• Swing

• Blues

What was a key characteristic of Miles Davis's trumpet playing?

• Fast and high notes

• Imitating other musicians

• Playing only the important notes

• Complex rhythms

What was the name of the band Miles formed that played with a new, cool sound?

• Quintet

• Duo

• Nonette

• Trio

What festival did Miles Davis perform at to restore his reputation?

• Chicago Jazz Festival

• North Sea Jazz Festival

• Montreux Jazz Festival

• Newport Jazz Festival