________ was the first woman in jazz history to compose and arrange for a large jazz band, and she dominated the performances of the great Andy Kirk band with her skillful piano playing.
A. Billy Holiday
B. Bessie Smith
C. Ella Fitzgerald
D. Mary Lou Williams
Answer: D
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a. Latin sounds were adopted by big band dance orchestras b. Latin rhythms were woven into jazz compositions c. Latin styles were seen and exotic novelties d. Latin sounds were incorporated into mainstream R & B
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