[Answer] Which 1940s style incorporated fast notes and emphasis on improvisation?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which 1940s style incorporated fast notes and emphasis on improvisation?"

...Also called “bebop” in onomatopoeic reference to the sound of a common musical phrase in the genre, this style took over the scene around the mid-20th century thanks to pioneers like trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie. This new sound was an important development in jazz, marking the end of the old, big band swing music style and the start of a new style that was more fluid, rhythmic, and riff-based.

[Answer] Which U.S. city is broadly considered the birthplace of jazz?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which U.S. city is broadly considered the birthplace of jazz?"

...By the early 19th century, the Big Easy’s citizenry was already a melting pot, with cultural roots ranging from Africa to Europe and the Caribbean. It was here that a unique musical styling grew out of African drumming and Voodoo traditions. The jubilant music blended these traditions, brought to the city by enslaved Africans, with other popular musical styles, such as brass bands, which originated in Europe.

[Answer] Which musician was the first African-American male to win a Grammy award?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which musician was the first African-American male to win a Grammy award?"

...William “Count” Basie rose to fame in the 1930s when he became bandleader of a nine-piece group based out of Kansas City. The orchestra quickly became known for its swinging arrangements and talented soloists, even though Basie himself wasn’t showy. At the inaugural Grammy Awards in 1958, he became the first male African-American to win the honor, and would go on to win a total of 9 Grammys over the course of his career.

[Answer] “Lady Day” was the nickname of which influential jazz singer?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "“Lady Day” was the nickname of which influential jazz singer?"

...Early recordings with popular artists of the 1930s like Count Basie and Benny Goodman helped propel Billie Holiday to fame, but her powerful delivery and individualistic style cemented her as a star throughout the ‘40s and far beyond. Born Eleanora Harris, Holiday changed her name to Bille in honor of her favorite actress, Billie Dove. But her nickname “Lady Day” came from saxophonist Lester Young, with whom she frequently performed.

[Answer] Which saxophonist was nicknamed “Bird”?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which saxophonist was nicknamed “Bird”?"

...In the 1940s, Parker and a group of forward-thinking musicians including Dizzy Gillespie helped create the bebop genre by experimenting with new melodic ideas and tempos. The group would often jam at Minton’s Playhouse in Harlem into the early morning hours after finishing their evening gigs. In 1949, a new club near Broadway was named after Parker – throughout the 1950s the “Birdland” club attracted huge stars in the genre like Miles Davis and Thelonious Monk.

[Answer] What is a synonym for “heliacal”?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is a synonym for “heliacal”?"

...1. Secular 2. Solar 3. Scholar 4. Similar

[Ans] “Take a bite out of crime” is the motto of what trench coat-wearing “Crime Dog”

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "“Take a bite out of crime” is the motto of what trench coat-wearing “Crime Dog”"

In 1980, the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) and the Ad Council introduced McGruff the Crime Dog to the nation and began encouraging Americans to help “Take A Bite Out Of Crime.” Today, more than 93% of children recognize this icon that provides safety tips for adults and kids. Over the years, the Crime Prevention campaign has helped teach kids, teens, and adults about violence and drugs, and the public-service-advertising spots (PSAs) have inspired millions to get involved in building safer, more caring communities