* Bandleading: Shaw led several big bands during his career, including the Artie Shaw Orchestra and the Gramercy Five. His bands were known for their virtuosic musicianship and innovative arrangements.
* Composing: Shaw wrote many of the songs that his bands recorded, including hits like "Begin the Beguine" and "Stardust". He was also a talented arranger, and his arrangements were often praised for their creativity and originality.
* Acting: Shaw appeared in several films during the 1930s and 1940s, including "Interrupted Melody" and "The Jazz Singer". He also starred in his own radio show, "The Artie Shaw Show".