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28 de jun. de 2024 · By Matt Micucci. The collaboration between Frank Sinatra and Count Basie in the sixties heavily marked both men’s careers. Count Basie was an American jazz pianist and bandleader, who introduced several generations to the Big Band sound.
Hace 6 días · The supremely influential bandleader and icon of swing died on April 26 — just five days after his 79th birthday — in Hollywood, Florida, in 1984, leaving behind a legacy that was matched only by his outsized persona. We celebrate his life with.
25 de jun. de 2024 · Ellington’s elegance and unique voicings meet Basie’s rollicking, blues-based Kansas City swing, and it works gloriously. There’s no clutter, each band is focused, and they sound great together.
19 de jun. de 2024 · “Straight Ahead” is a remarkable showcase of the Count Basie Orchestra’s unity and musicality. Originally recorded at TTG Studios in Hollywood, the song features a perfect blend of instruments, allowing each player to shine individually while coming together to create a vibrant and harmonious sound.
Hace 6 días · “One O’Clock Jump,” our Song of the Day, is perhaps Basie’s most famous composition (though some would certainly argue for “April in Paris“). It’s playful, ebullient and carries with it an effortless sense of swing, much like Basie himself.
18 de jun. de 2024 · “The Best Is Yet to Come” holds a special place in the hearts of many Frank Sinatra and Count Basie fans. This timeless classic was composed by Cy Coleman with lyrics by Carolyn Leigh. Interestingly, it was originally written for Tony Bennett but found its home with Sinatra and Basie.
26 de jun. de 2024 · Count Basie in Black and White. Celebrating its 89th anniversary year, the legendary Count Basie Orchestra made a stop at The Jazz Kitchen to the delight of audiences at two packed shows on...
