Artie Shaw

Biography

Artie Shaw was a renowned American clarinetist and bandleader, widely regarded as one of jazz's finest musicians. He led a popular big band in the late 1930s and early 1940s, with hits including his iconic recording of Cole Porter's "Begin the Beguine" in 1938. Shaw was also an influential proponent of Third Stream music, blending classical and jazz forms, and influenced notable musicians like Monty Norman.