Bing Crosby
Bing Crosby was an American singer and actor whose mellow baritone voice made him one of the best-selling recording artists of the 20th century.
His relaxed, conversational singing style influenced generations of popular vocalists.
He is closely associated with "White Christmas," the best-selling single of all time.
Crosby also starred in the *Road to...* comedy films with Bob Hope.
Snowfall on December 25th
- Holiday InnBudget lodging chain
- Academy AwardTop Hollywood honor
- Golden AgeLegendary period of perfection
- box officeTicket sales revenue
filmography · co-star · comedy · screenplay · director · producer · Bob Hope · Danny Kaye
Mid-range male voice
- balladeerSinger of narrative songs
- smoothWithout roughness or difficulty
- phrasingManner of expressing something
- timbreSound's distinctive character
velvet voice · resonance · diction · intonation · vocalist · microphone technique · bel canto · legato
Theatrical variety entertainment
- showbizPerforming arts sector, casually
- performerOne who entertains audiences
- celebrityWidely recognized public figure
- iconPictorial screen symbol
legend · variety · headliner · star · radio · television · host · stage
Snowfall on December 25th
- carolsFestive religious songs
- DecemberYear's final month
- jingle bellsSmall ringing harness ornaments
- Silent NightAustrian Christmas carol
festivity · tradition · seasonal · Christmas album · family
Improvised vocal jazz
- swingSuspended recreational seat
- improvisationSpontaneous, unplanned creation
- syncopationStressed unexpected beats
- rhythmPatterned stress and silence
Dixieland · big band · jazz vocals · phrasing · Louis Armstrong · blue notes · vocal jazz
White Christmas
Snowfall on December 25th
- Holiday InnBudget lodging chain
- Academy AwardTop Hollywood honor
- Golden AgeLegendary period of perfection
box office · filmography · co-star · comedy · screenplay · director · producer · Bob Hope · Danny Kaye · Grace Kelly
baritone
Mid-range male voice
- balladeerSinger of narrative songs
- smoothWithout roughness or difficulty
- phrasingManner of expressing something
velvet voice · timbre · resonance · diction · intonation · vocalist · microphone technique · bel canto · legato · radio broadcasts
vaudeville
Theatrical variety entertainment
- showbizPerforming arts sector, casually
- performerOne who entertains audiences
- celebrityWidely recognized public figure
icon · legend · variety · headliner · star · radio · television · host · stage · NBC
White Christmas
Snowfall on December 25th
- carolsFestive religious songs
- DecemberYear's final month
- jingle bellsSmall ringing harness ornaments
Silent Night · festivity · tradition · seasonal · Christmas album · family
scat
Improvised vocal jazz
- swingSuspended recreational seat
- improvisationSpontaneous, unplanned creation
- syncopationStressed unexpected beats
rhythm · Dixieland · big band · jazz vocals · phrasing · Louis Armstrong · blue notes · vocal jazz
- 1940sWWII, D-Day, Pearl Harbor, Normandy, VE Day
- CroonersFrank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, Perry Como, Nat King Cole
- Radio EntertainersJack Benny, George Burns, Bob Hope, Mel Blanc, Rochester
- Male SingersElvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Freddie Mercury, John Lennon
- Decca RecordsBill Haley, Brenda Lee, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Louis Armstrong
- Bob Hope FilmsBachelor in Paradise, Louisiana Purchase
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