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How did Count Basie come to be called Count?

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was nicknamed by fellow band member

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How did Count Basie acquire the nickname COUNT?
He was given the title by a radio announcer in the late nineteen thirties who felt that he should be on an equal level with Duke Ellington and Earl Hines
Why is Count Olaf called Count?
A count is an indicator of royalty, especially in England. Count is his title. It is expected he earned his title when he was in V.F.D..
Who were Count Basie's singers?
Jimmy Rushing as vocalist and sometimes Joe Williams sang with his band.
What music did count basie play?
he played ragtime music for more info got to http://www.swingmusic.net/Count_Basie.html ~ and always remember............. E = MC2
Where did Count Basie grow up?
Red Bank, New Jersey.