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19 de may. de 2024 · The Big Bands' Greatest Vocalists: Marion Morgan (with Harry James and His Orchestra, 1946–1947) 6024 If I'm Lucky , Life Can Be Beautiful, White Christmas , As Long as I'm Dreaming, Heartaches , Love and the Weather, Strange What a Song Can Do, My Future Just Passed, My Friend Irma, Sentimental Souvenirs, Hankerin', Someone Loves ...
1 de may. de 2024 · The "King of Swing" himself, Benny Goodman revolutionized jazz by bringing it into the mainstream and establishing it as a respected art form. As a masterful clarinetist and bandleader, Goodman's relentless pursuit of perfection led to an unparalleled level of musicianship within his ensemble.
16 de may. de 2024 · A precocious child performer, Tormé wrote a song for bandleader Harry James when he was only 13, and, when he reached adulthood, carved a career as a singer and scored several hits in the 40s ...
Hace 5 días · Benny Goodman and his fellow band member, Harry James, appeared in the movie and Benny's band accompanied some of the film's songs. In "The Gang's All Here" (1943), Benny Goodman's Orchestra played the part of Alice Faye's fellow performers in a night club.
19 de may. de 2024 · Throughout his career, Harry James collaborated with legendary jazz musicians such as Benny Goodman, Frank Sinatra, and Gene Krupa. His electrifying performances and improvisational style earned him widespread acclaim.
Hace 6 días · A seminal figure in American big band music, Goodman was considered a pop star in his day and can be credited with helping to popularize jazz music during the 1930s and ’40s. Just how beloved was he?
12 de may. de 2024 · "We play it because it’s great music," says bandleader Pete Long, who will be directing the latest of the Jazz Repertory Company’s recreations of defining moments in jazz. 'Benny Goodman/Glenn Miller at Carnegie Hall 1939: The Battle of the Big Bands' will be presented at Cadogan Hall on the evening of Thursday 13 June. Interview…
