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Herman, Woody Jazz clarinetist and alto saxophonist who led a hard-driving orchestra known as the Herman Herd. Duke University archive offers brief biography and lengthy discography. Hefti, Neal Biographical site by Kent Lundberg details the trumpeter's career including his noted arrangements for the Count Basie Orchestra (including his best-known composition, "Cute") and recordings with his own orchestra such as "Coral Reef." Links and references. Monroe, Vaughn Smooth singing bandleader known for hits such as "Racing With the Moon." Sheet music gallery, publicity photos including shots taken at Fenway Park for the Boston Red Sox, links to band personnel. Berkowitz, Michael Drummer leading the modern-day Gene Krupa Orchestra also offers tributes to Harry James, Buddy Rich and Nelson Riddle at venues in the US and Europe. History, shows, reviews, photos. Manhattan New Music Project Big band led by guitarist and composer Paul Nash. News, audio excerpts. Jazz Workshop Biggish Band Free-wheeling ensemble based in Cape Town, South Africa, led by trombonist and composer Jannie "Hanepoot" Van Tonder and playing classic swing as well as jazz versions of mbaqanga and goema African music. Photos. Walsall Jazz Orchestra Nineteen-piece big band playing modern composers such as Pat Metheney and Chick Corea, based in the Midlands, UK. Photos, audio, video, reviews. Big Smoke Jazz Orchestra Twenty-piece big band formed at Oxford University, now based in London and available for clubs and corporate events. E-letter signup, password-protected members area. Black Magic Big Band [Galway, Ireland] Pianist-led 18-piece group featuring Sinatra-style vocalist. News, history, song list, audio, personnel, recordings. Brass Impact Big Band Sixteen-piece orchestra from North Star Academy of Performing Arts in Refrewshire, Scotland, with trumpets, mellophones, baritones, rhythm instruments, and two saxophones. Personnel, schedule. |
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