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Category Archives: Big Band Jazz
“Chattanooga Choo Choo” – Glenn Miller & His Orchestra (1941)
What, you may ask, was the No. 1 record on December 7, 1941, the day the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbour, precipitating WWII? Why it was “Chattanooga Choo Choo” by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. The song was written by Harry Warren (music) and Mack … Continue reading
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“My Reverie” – Larry Clinton and His Orchestra with Bea Wain (1938)
Larry Clinton (1909-1985) was a trumpet player (among other things) and a well-known bandleader. Early in his career he was also an arranger for a number of dance orchestras including for bands led by Tommy Dorsey, Jimmy Dorsey, Glen Gray, … Continue reading
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“Jamaica Jam” – Teddy Powell and His Orchestra (1939)
In my search to learn about big band leaders of whom I had not been previously aware, I came across the name Teddy Powell. Mr Powell (1905-1993) was a jazz guitarist, composer and big band leader who had significant success … Continue reading
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“Sonny’s Place” – Borealis Big Band (2019)
I don’t remember this gig, and it would appear to be a gig and not a practice judging by our director, Gord Shephard, talking to the crowd and the applause afterward. I am a little surprised at our attire, which … Continue reading
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