The Big Band era was a unique time in musical history, for it was a time when quality and public taste coincided to encourage memorable performances, many of which were captured on recordings. This collection seeks to recall some of the highlights of those years. Tommy Dorsey acquired the arranging services of Sy Oliver from Jimmie Lunceford, promising him five thousand dollars more a year than her was earning, Kay Kyser reached forty million listeners weekly on his half-hour 'Kollege Of Musical Knowledge' radio programme, Harry James featured an enviable list of superb vocalists, Glenn Miller... [Read More]
The songs on this 3 cd collection could be described as the soundtrack to life in the Forties. The decade began with the continuing horror of War and all it entails. Music became a kind of escape and a connection between those separated by time and circumstance. Precious moments were spent family and loved ones listening to these songs. When peace came and there was some time for celebration, reunions and reflection, these were the songs that people wanted to hear and enjoy.This collection (so evocative of its time) has something for almost all tastes from I'll be seeing you and Stormy Weather... [Read More]
What is it about big bands which explains their enduring appeal? American writer Gene Lees described their characteristic sound as 'one that will not go away'. Once heard, never forgotten in other words, and especially true for those who grew up with the idea that the best kind of fun came from dancing to the beat of a big band.Track List: Count Basie - Sent For You Yesterday Jack Teagarden - Chicks Is Wonderful Benny Carter - These Foolish Things Chick Webb - When I Get Low I Get High Benny Goodman - Christopher Columbus Louis Armstrong - I Never Knew Joe Venuti - Flop Duke Ellington - Take ... [Read More]
In the wake of their runaway success with (JASCD382 - Big Band Magic), Jasmine have issued a follow-up that is consistently as good as the first volume in every department. Over 2 hours and 30 minutes of that classic big band sound. Suffice to say, this CD is a delight and invaluable to anyone who remembers music when it was fun to play and listen to.
With his smooth-toned trombone, Tommy Dorsey led an orchestra that featured the best musical sidemen, showcasing the Swing Eras most popular vocalists and top-notch arrangers. Dorseys was perhaps the eras greatest all-around dance band, consistently
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