Question

A musician in this leader's band names chord voicings made of the root, third, and seventh played as staccato quarter notes. A “two, one diminished, one” progression played with the rhythm “rest, 3, 1, and of 2” is this bandleader’s signature ending. (15[1])“Splanky” (15[1])and “The Kid from Red Bank” were written by Neal (15[1])Hefti for this musician’s “New Testament Band.” The album [this bandleader], Straight Ahead was his first collaboration with arranger (*) Sammy Nestico. This bandleader's “All-American Rhythm Section” included Walter Page, Freddie Green, and Jo Jones. The practice of improvising “head arrangements” into the early morning is referenced by this Kansas City bandleader’s signature tune. Thad Jones (10[1])quoted “Pop Goes the Weasel” in a solo from this bandleader's recording (10[1])of “April in Paris.” For 10 points, name this pianist who wrote “One O’Clock Jump.” ■END■ (10[1])

ANSWER: Count Basie [or William James Basie; accept Basie ending; accept Basie, Straight Ahead] (The first clue refers to Freddie Green voicings.)
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PlayerTeamOpponentBuzz PositionValue
Billy BusseBHSU RebirthNotre Dame4115
Justin WytmarWho is the Colleen Hoover of the Zulus?Northeast by Northwestern4215
Sinecio Moraleshawk two ofBHSU ReFantazio5215
John MarvinThe Love Song of J Alfred PrufRock and Roll All Nite (and Party Every Day)Clown Senpais10710
Andrew UllspergerMusic to Help You Stop SmokingClown Squad11910
Jeremy CummingsWashUThat Feeling When Knee Surgery Is in Five Days13510

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