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Benny Goodman led one of the most popular swing big bands in the United States starting from which year?
1936
1940
1930
1946
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Benny Goodman was an American jazz musician who is credited with popularizing swing music. He was the leader of the Benny Goodman Orchestra, which was one of the most popular big bands in the United States from 1936 to 1942. The band's repertoire included a wide range of jazz standards, as well as popular songs of the day.
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