Category Archives: Big Band Jazz

“Chattanooga Choo Choo” – Glenn Miller & His Orchestra (1941)

Posted on March 12, 2024 by Richard Barry

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)

Posted on March 4, 2024 by Richard Barry

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)

Posted on March 1, 2024 by Richard Barry

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)

Posted on January 29, 2024 by Richard Barry

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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