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Five Best: Books on the Big Band Era

1. In 1934, after years of struggle, the American clarinetist Benny Goodman assembled a band that included Gene Krupa on drums, Bunny Berigan on trumpet and Helen Ward on vocals. A six-month gig on ...
Telegram

The swing of things: Dan Gabel brings 'The American Big Band Experience' to Mechanics Hall

Dan Gabel and His Orchestra featuring Kimberly Hawkey perform new show "The American Big Band Experience" on April 6 in Mechanics Hall. The show coincides with the release of Dan Gabel and his ...
The New York Times

5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Big Band Jazz

Big bands were built in the 1920s and ’30s to blast young dancers with layers of rhythm, but creative composers seeking a larger canvas have kept the form alive. Hear 12 big selections. By Giovanni ...
Washington City Paper

Swing Beat: Big Bands Reign at the Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival

Whoops! There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. Please reload the page and try again. 2024 is the “Year of the Big Band,” according to the ...