EntertainmentAmerican1910 – 2004
Arty Shaw
Jazz clarinetist and swing era bandleader
Biography
American jazz clarinetist and bandleader who was one of the most popular musicians of the swing era in the 1930s and 1940s. He led his own orchestra and recorded numerous hit records.
Quick Facts
Category
Entertainment
Nationality
American
Born
1910
Died
2004
Thinking about the name
Arty
English origin
“A playful, nickname-style form of Arthur or a standalone name celebrating artistic spirit and creative personality. Arty works as both a traditional nickname and a modern given name reflecting values of creativity and individuality. The name has an approachable, friendly, youthful character while suggesting talent and expression.”