Among those skipped was Johann Strauss II, whose “Blue Danube” graced Stanley Kubrick’s 1968 sci-fi opus “2001: A Space Odyssey.” The tourist board in Vienna, where Strauss was born on Oct. 25, 1825, ...

Want to sound smooth and confident on a jazz waltz? These three versatile accompaniment patterns will work on piano, guitar, or vibes - perfect for comping with singers or other players.