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The Buddy Rich Big Band
13,952 listeners
For most of the period from 1966 until his death, Buddy Rich led successful big bands in an era when the popularity of big bands had waned … read moreFor most of the period from 1966 until his death, Buddy Rich led successful big bands in an era when the popularity of big bands had waned from their 1930s and 1940s peak. View wikiFor most of the period from 1966 until his death, Buddy Rich led successful big bands in an era when the popularity of big bands had waned from their 1930s and 1940s peak. View wiki -
Mingus Big Band
47,795 listeners
"The Mingus Big Band is a jazz band, based in New York City, that specializes in the compositions of the late Charles Mingus. The band… read more"The Mingus Big Band is a jazz band, based in New York City, that specializes in the compositions of the late Charles Mingus. The band is managed by his widow, Sue Mingus. In addition to its weekly Monday night appearance at the Jaz… read more"The Mingus Big Band is a jazz band, based in New York City, that specializes in the compositions of the late Charles Mingus. The band is managed by his widow, Sue Mingus. In addition to its weekly Monday night appearance at the Jazz Standard/Blue Smoke Barbecue in New York City, The Mingus … read more -
Maynard Ferguson
103,741 listeners
Walter "Maynard" Ferguson (May 4, 1928 – August 23, 2006) was a Canadian-born jazz trumpet player and bandleader. Maynard's… read moreWalter "Maynard" Ferguson (May 4, 1928 – August 23, 2006) was a Canadian-born jazz trumpet player and bandleader. Maynard's first idol was trumpeter Harry James and he first received his music union card at age thirteen. … read moreWalter "Maynard" Ferguson (May 4, 1928 – August 23, 2006) was a Canadian-born jazz trumpet player and bandleader. Maynard's first idol was trumpeter Harry James and he first received his music union card at age thirteen. He left Montreal at age eighteen with close friend and scho… read more -
Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band
44,783 listeners
Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band, or simply The Big Phat Band, is a Grammy-nominated 18-piece Jazz ensemble based in California and led … read moreGordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band, or simply The Big Phat Band, is a Grammy-nominated 18-piece Jazz ensemble based in California and led by Grammy and Emmy award winning artist Gordon Goodwin. Goodwin composes most, and arranges all, o… read moreGordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band, or simply The Big Phat Band, is a Grammy-nominated 18-piece Jazz ensemble based in California and led by Grammy and Emmy award winning artist Gordon Goodwin. Goodwin composes most, and arranges all, of the group's performance pieces, as well as playing pi… read more -
Buddy Rich Big Band
62,413 listeners
Buddy Rich was a US jazz drummer & bandleader. He was billed as "the world's greatest drummer", as he was known for his … read moreBuddy Rich was a US jazz drummer & bandleader. He was billed as "the world's greatest drummer", as he was known for his virtuoso technique, power, speed & improvisation. He was born to Jewish parents in Brooklyn, N… read moreBuddy Rich was a US jazz drummer & bandleader. He was billed as "the world's greatest drummer", as he was known for his virtuoso technique, power, speed & improvisation. He was born to Jewish parents in Brooklyn, New York on September 30, 1917. It was his father who initial… read more -
Dizzy Gillespie
638,656 listeners
John Birks "Dizzy" Gillespie (October 21, 1917 – January 6, 1993) was an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer and occasi… read moreJohn Birks "Dizzy" Gillespie (October 21, 1917 – January 6, 1993) was an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer and occasional singer. Dizzy Gillespie was a trumpet virtuoso and improviser, building on the virtuoso style… read moreJohn Birks "Dizzy" Gillespie (October 21, 1917 – January 6, 1993) was an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer and occasional singer. Dizzy Gillespie was a trumpet virtuoso and improviser, building on the virtuoso style of Roy Eldridge but adding layers of harmonic complexity pr… read more -
Tim Simonec
67,085 listeners
American composer, arranger, orchestrator and conductor, born in Chicago, Illinois, USA. For years, Tim Simonec has been one of the busiest… read moreAmerican composer, arranger, orchestrator and conductor, born in Chicago, Illinois, USA. For years, Tim Simonec has been one of the busiest orchestrators in Hollywood. He has orchestrated and conducted over 80 feature films and 25 televi… read moreAmerican composer, arranger, orchestrator and conductor, born in Chicago, Illinois, USA. For years, Tim Simonec has been one of the busiest orchestrators in Hollywood. He has orchestrated and conducted over 80 feature films and 25 television series. Frequently hired by composers Graeme Revell and… read more -
Count Basie & His Orchestra
78,184 listeners
William “Count” Basie (see Count Basie) (1904 - 1984) was a jazz pianist, organist, composer, and bandleader. He created a swing band in th… read moreWilliam “Count” Basie (see Count Basie) (1904 - 1984) was a jazz pianist, organist, composer, and bandleader. He created a swing band in the early 1930s that was a favorite of many dancers and of vocalists including Billie Holiday. The C… read moreWilliam “Count” Basie (see Count Basie) (1904 - 1984) was a jazz pianist, organist, composer, and bandleader. He created a swing band in the early 1930s that was a favorite of many dancers and of vocalists including Billie Holiday. The Count Basie Orchestra is a 16 to 18 piece big band, one of th… read more