NEW Date: Wed Apr 26 13:04:04 2006)
Subject: Tex Beneke "The Way You Look Tonight
I am trying to locate a recording of "The Way You Look Tonight" by Tex Beneke
eMail: gwnicholas@yahoo.com Grant Nicholas
NEW Date: Sun Apr 16 22:22:49 2006)
Subject: Song title and artist
I could use some assistance. My mother passed away April 2, 2006. I remember her telling a story about how she chose my name ( Russell ). It involved her being somewhat overdue for delivery and a song that might have been somewhat popular around that time ( October 1949 ). I remember that the vocalist's name was Russell ( first or last? ) The lyrics included something like: " I'm so tired, or Tired of Waiting, or something about waiting for someone. I know that is kind of lean, but it's all I have to go on. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
Russ Namie
702 Kennedy Drive, Youngwood, Pennsylvania, 16697, United States of America
eMail: barberruss1@yahoo.com Russ
NEW Date: Wed Apr 12 15:58:13 2006)
Subject: Locate old band members
Ernie Seel, bass player for the Big Bands, seeks to contact other members of the bands he played in. Ernie played all over the country and now resides in Tampa, Florida. Ernie is in his 80's and would like to hear from old friends.
eMail: vanc21@aim.com Ernie Seel
NEW Date: Mon Mar 27 20:38:01 2006)
Subject: 1st Annual Richmond, Virginia "Big Band Weekend"
Hello Everyone:
Please join us for the 1st Annual Richmond, Virginia "Big Band Weekend" to be held on June 9th, 10th, and 11th, 2006. This event will take place at The Sheraton Richmond West Hotel. 6624 West Broad Street - Richmond, Virginia 23230 Friday, June 9th, 2006 (8pm - 12am) The World Famous Russ Morgan Orchestra Under The Direction Of Jack Morgan. Music In The Morgan Manner! 19-Piece Dance Orchestra With Vocalists. Buffet Dinner And Dancing
Saturday, June 10th, 2006 (8pm - 12am) Spencer Smith And His Vintage Years Orchestra. The Most Danceable Music In All Of The Carolinas! 13-Piece Dance Orchestra With Vocalists. Dinner And Dancing
Sunday, June 11th, 2006 (11am - 3pm) Joe Enroughty And His Royal Virginians. The Band That Makes America Dance! 12-Piece Dance Orchestra With Vocalists. Sunday Brunch And Dancing
Please visit the following web site for more details about this fun and entertaining weekend with three of the country's leading big bands.
I hope to see many of you at the Big Band Weekend. Musically, Joe
Tel: (804)-864-1040.
eMail: jenroughty@cavtel.net Joe Enroughty
Web URL: http://snow.prohosting.com/lombardo/weekend.html
NEW Date: Mon Mar 27 14:18:01 2006)
Have changed my e-mail, so I am reposting: I am looking for any information, trivia, memorabilia, etc. on Alvin "Al" Famularo, on of Horace Heidt's Triple Tonguing Trumpeteers in the late '30's and early '40's.
eMail: vtlaw1995@yahoo.com Deirdre Alton
NEW Date: Thu Mar 9 10:10:23 2006)
Subject: World Dance Day
On the 29th of April, as every year since 1982, World Dance Day will be celebrated all over the world by the international community of dancers and dance enthusiasts.
The International Dance Council CID has prepared the following guidelines as a useful checklist for persons institutionally involved in the wider field of dance: teachers, choreographers, group leaders, journalists, researchers, associations, suppliers, organizations etc.
Object
The main purpose of Dance Day events is to attract the attention of the wider public to the art of dance. Special emphasis should be given to addressing a "new" public, people who do not follow dance events during the course of the year.
Events
Dance Day events may be special performances, open-door courses, public rehearsals, lectures, exhibitions, articles in newspapers and magazines, dance evenings, radio and TV programs, visits, street shows etc.
Organizers
Events are primarily organized by dance companies, amateur groups, schools, associations and other institutions active in dance. Wherever possible, it is better for events to be organized jointly with a non-dance institution such as a government agency, a public school, a municipality, a business enterprise, a trade union.
Content
Organizers have full freedom to define the content of the event.
Make sure that you include general information on the art of dance, its history, its importance to society, its universal character. This can be done in a short speech, a note in the program, a text distributed to those present. By adding this dimension you make the event different from dance activities taking place any other day.
Read a message from a prominent personality, a poem, a passage from a text by a famous author.
Coordination
In order to achieve maximum success, it is important that preparations start early enough.
It is imperative to inform the press and generally the media about your event.
Notify an organization holding a central position at regional or national level, which should publish a list of events planned for Dance Day.
Entrance to events should preferably be free, or by invitation. Invite persons who do not normally attend dance events.
Location
At best, events should take place in "new" places, such as streets, parks, squares, shops, factories, villages, discotheques, schools, stadiums etc.
By setting the event in original surroundings you stress the fact that this is an event dedicated to the universal family of dancers.
Prof. Alkis Raftis
President of the CID
International Dance Council - CID - Conseil International de la Danse
UNESCO, Paris, France
Web URL: http://www.cid-unesco.org
NEW Date: Sun Mar 19 21:04:09 2006)
(NOTE: POSTER DID NOT SAY - BUT AREA CODE 973 IS FOR NEWARK/PATERSON/MORRISTOWN AREA OF NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.)
Subject: Lynette Sheard in Concert
Lynette Sheard will be performing a jazz concert. The Essex Times music critic wrote of her recent performance at The Manor that she has "The kind of voice that reaches deep into ones soul and touches a soft spot" One night only Saturday April 15th 8pm. Admission is $15 per person.For more information and tickets call
Tel: 973-325-2624 or
eMail: lynettesheard@yahoo.com Lynette
Web URL: http://www.wotuts.org
NEW Date: Tue Mar 21 00:00:20 2006)
Subject: Sound Recording
Preserve your original Recordings on CD! We convert 78, 45, 33 & even 4-minute Cylinder Records to CD. Also Reel to Reel tapes, Cassette tapes and Wire Recordings. Preserve one special recording or an entire collection For a quote email: mschiermann1573@charter.net Thanks! Mike Schioermann
Mike Schiermann
3467 Brent Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35243, USA
eMail: mschiermann1573@charter.net Mike
NEW Date: Sat Mar 18 17:45:43 2006)
Subject: Elmo Russ;composer
Am looking for any info on 1920's/30's composer:Elmo Russ.
I have sheet music from my mother,s collection titled "DREAMS". She was a concert pianist of the time.
Any info would br grewatly appreciated. Grace
eMail: zoracious@adelphia.net Grace Ives
NEW Date: Wed Mar 15 16:17:37 2006)
Subject: Charlie Barnet
Looking for any information on the Charlie Barnet Band, I have read most books on him, I am looking for personal anecdotes. band members, survivors, fans etc. thanks
Hugo Claudin
120 S Division apt 226, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, USA
eMail: tlaquachito@hotmail.com Hugo
NEW Date: Mon Mar 13 00:30:34 2006)
Subject: SIBA - Salzburg International Ballet Workshops
SIBA and Peter Breuer - Artistic Director of Salzburg Ballet Theater invite you to SUMMER INTENSIVE BALLET WORKSHOP in Salzburg, Austria JULY 10 - AUG. 07, 2006 4 Weeks of exciting program for pre-professionals / Professionals, 4 performances in 3 different cities at the end of the workshop, performed by the students. International faculty of guest teachers, with guest star-coach Cynthia Gregory.
In the program:
Ballet
Modern
Repertoire
Choreography
MPT
Jazz
Make-Up
Lectures / Movies
Maria Fay’s floor barre
Wiesenthal Valse Technique
and more...
For more information:
eMail: info@siba-academy.com
Web URL: http://www.siba-academy.com
This year Salzburg is celebrating 250 years birthday of its beloved composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and the city will be full of festivities for the occasion. Be a part of the cultural center of Europe!!! *Returning students can apply for 25% scholarship.
NEW Date: Fri Mar 10 19:24:54 2006)
Subject: Johnny Duke Orchestra
I am looking for any information, memorabilia, personal recollections, photos, clippings, etc. of Johnny Duke Orchestra. My father-Ronnie Hartinger- was a bass player with them. They were booked through the Music Corporation of America in NYC for 15 years. Others in the band were Jim Cavey, Eddie Ducheon, Neil Miller,Freddy Miller & Phil Murak. They did recordings from Hotel Syracuse which were nightly coast to coast broadcasts.
Any information you might have on the group or other members would be greatly appreciated. Thank you,
eMail: maxxben@mindspring.com Debora Hartinger Burger
NEW Date: Thu Mar 9 14:25:03 2006)
Subject: Big Band Sinatra Tribute
Presenting an authentic Frank Sinatra lookalike and soundalike tribute by a performer based in Los Angeles. Available with Big Band for Theaters, Casinos, Private Parties and Corporate Events. Visit the website for complete information including Credits, Bio, Testimonials, photos and audio and video samples.
eMail: info@franktribute.com Monty Aidem
Web URL: http://www.franktribute.com
NEW Date: Wed Mar 8 21:24:17 2006)
Subject: Dinah Dee All Girl's Band
I played in the ROYAL KILTIE JUNIOR BAND and the DINAH DEE ALL GIRL'S BAND in the early 50's, and would like to hear from any of you who were in either of these groups. Do any of you know Jenny Anderson from Glasgow?
eMail: CabellL@adelphia.net Joan Hargreaves
NEW Date: Wed Mar 8 02:28:59 2006)
Subject: "THE FABULOUS DANCE BAND ERA" . . . Now 30 Volumes
ONE OF THE FINEST COLLECTION OF ORIGINAL DANCE BANDS ( 1925 - 1945 ) ON CD IN THE ENTIRE WORLD ! . . . . 30 COMPLETE VOLUMES . . . . All Original Bands including Isham Jones, chick Webb, Benny Goodman, Fletcher Henderson, Anson Weeks, Ted Weems, Eddy Duchin, Shep fields, Sam Lanin, Fred Rich,
Joe Venuti, Dorsey Brothers, Russ Morgan, Joe Reichman, Ben Pollack, Bunny Berigan, Paul Whiteman, Richard Himber, Rudy Vallee, Jack Hylton, Jack Payne, Will Osborne, Leo Reisman, Duke Ellington, Red Norvo, HUNDREDS OF OTHERS ! . . . . . Now available on DIGITAL - QUALITY CD's at $18.95 each . . . . Send an e-mail for a complete list to: jivenjoe@bellsouth.net . . . . Produced by Shindig Productions, Atlanta, Georgia USA
Contact:
bruce fletcher
504 watts way, woodstock, GA, 30188, USA
Tel: 770 517 1120
eMail: jivenjoe@bellsouth.net bruce
NEW Date: Mon Mar 6 09:31:39 2006)
Subject: Jazz Buyers Guide
We specialize in recommending great jazz recordings made between 1936 and 1989. We favor BIG BAND, SWING and JAZZ VOCALS. Over 1,000 Listings! http://freewebs.com/jazzlist
eMail: jazzlist7@yahoo.com James Scalise
NEW Date: Fri Mar 3 12:10:25 2006)
Subject: Seeking Student Music Arranger/Transcriber
I am a singer with different swing/big band orchestras here in NYC. I am seeking a talented music student who would like an opportunity to arrange and/or transcribe some songs for orchestra. The style I'm looking for is of 1920's/30's (i.e. Paul Whiteman, Fletcher Henderson, Isham Jones, Rudy Vallee). You will receive billing whenever your arrangements are performed. Looking for someone who is knowledgeable of this era and style of music who could transcribe some songs from recordings and/or create a new arrangement in this style. This postition is a perfect chance to work with some of the top people in the music business. It is also just right for a student thesis or final project and for any music student wishing to pursue musical arranging. Please contact Dave for more information: pre_code@yahoo.com.
eMail: pre_code@yahoo.com Dave Giardin
NEW Date: Sun Feb 26 08:37:38 2006)
Subject: jimmie lunchford band photographs
I HAVE 10 8BY10 BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPHS OF MEMBERS OF THE JIMMIE LUNCHFORD BAND. I HAVE 2 AUTOGRAPHED BY JIMMIE LUNCHFORD DATED 5/14/41, I ALSO HAVE 1 SIGNED TRUMMIS YOUNG ALSO KNOWN AS SNOOKY YOUNG.I HAVE 1 SIGNED BY WILLIE SMITH. I HAVE 1 SIGNED BY JOE THOMAS,1 SIGNED BY AL HARRIS. ALL THE PICTURES ARE OF THE BAND MEMBERS PLAYING INSTRUMENTS. IT LOOKS LIKE THEY ARE PLAYING IN A DANCEHALL OR BALLROOM.I ALSO HAVE 15 4BY5 PICTURES OF THE BAND MEMBERS,1 IS SIGNED BY SNOOKY YOUNG. I AM LOOKING TO SELL THESE PICTURES BUT DO NOT KNOW VALUE. ANY HELP APPRECIATED. ROGCLY@YAHOO.COM
eMail: rogcly@yahoo.com roger adams
NEW Date: Wed Feb 22 07:00:06 2006)
Subject: New Jazz Guide
There is a new jazz and blues guide at the publisher's website http://www.themepublications.com
eMail: maltby@ntlworld.com George Maltby
NEW Date: Mon Feb 20 14:49:51 2006)
Subject: hotel ame - front stret, rcester, ma 1940's
seeking name of hotel on front street worcester,ma during 1940"s jmmy orsey played there
eMail: uen-jeanne@webtv.net jeanne horsley
NEW Date: Sat Feb 18 03:43:46 2006)
Subject: "The Fabulous Dance Band Era" grows to 30 volumes
NOW YOU CAN ORDER HOURS AND HOURS OF ALL ORIGINAL DANCE BANDS FROM THE "SWEET PERIOD" - 1930 - 1940. . . . . All music has been carefully restored and "de-ticked" from some of the rarest of the rare dance bands of hot swing band of the true Golden Age of music available on individual CD's . . . . Some of the bands featured include Ozzie Nelson, Clyde McCoy, Jack Hylton, Benny Goodman, Joe Haymes, Isham Jones, Dorsey Brothers,
Casa Loma, Harry Roy, Paul Whiteman, Sam Lanin, Fred Rich,
Ray Noble, Fred Waring, Ambrose, Larry clinton, McKinney's Cotton Pickers, Don Redman, Freddy Martin, Shep Fields,
Red Nichols, Tal Henry, Paul Pendervas, Anson Weeks, Bert Lown, Chick Webb, and over 75 DIFFERENT BANDS !! . . . . This is truly the ultimate collection
bruce fletcher
504 watts way, woodstock, ga, 30188, USA
Tel: 770 517 1120
eMail: jivenjoe@bellsouth.net bruce
NEW Date: Mon Feb 13 02:07:34 2006)
Subject: GLORIA HART
I'm looking for any information that you may have, about my long lost half sister, Big Band singer Gloria Hart. Gloria sang with Art Kassel and his band for many years, from the mid 1930s to the early 1960s, she was a club singer in Chicago and had a short lived television show for a couple of years in Los Angeles. A. John Graves was her arranger. she sang for various record labels over the years. I would appreciate any information you can provide. Please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, Michael Hart
eMail: mhartfollen@aol.com MICHAEL HART
NEW Date: Fri Feb 10 14:53:54 2006)
Subject: looking to sell old vintage sheet music
Looking To Sell
I Have a small collection of vintage sheet music published {1912} thru some are 20th centry fox show toons {1950} others such as chopin serious inquires only my email address is hbnuanez@yahoo.com
eMail: hbnuanez@yahoo.com heather nuanez
NEW Date: Mon Feb 6 16:08:57 2006)
Subject: Pianist-Vocalist
Pianist-vocalist based in NYC. Hotels include Gramercy Park Hotel, Drake Hotel, Westbury Hotel & more. Jazz clubs include the Iridium, Blue Note and more. Perform standards and all. Interested in Japan bookings. Have CD, excellent reviews.
Roy Bailey
Tel: 212 349 1825
eMail: rbailey4@nyc.rr.com Roy
NEW Date: Wed, 19 Oct 2005 20:47:15 -0700
Subject: New Book By Big Band Musician
Dear Musicians,
Please open www.felixmayerhofer.com and you¹ll find "Diary of a Young
Musician: Final Days of the Big Band Era", the true story of a teenage boy
who entered the dog eat dog world of big bands, introducing him to drugs,
drinking, and women, but whose life was dramatically changed after he met a
beautiful professional dancer.
--
Felix Mayerhofer, Author of "Diary of a Young Musician" by Xlibris
(661) 947-4344
38606 16th St. East
Palmdale, CA 93550
eMail: catblues@qnet.com
Web URL: http://www.felixmayerhofer.com
NEW Date: Tue Jan 10 19:43:31 2006)
Subject: La Crosse Jazz Festival
Great River Jazz Fest - 2006
Dates for the 21st Annual Great River Jazz Fest are: Thursday Night Pre-Fest Concert through Sunday... August 3 - 6, 2006
Welcoming Note from the Jazz Fest Director
Once again we repeat, the dates for the next jazz fest are August 3-6, 2006. Thursday night, August 3rd , is a pre-fest concert, featuring two Festival Bands, then regular sessions begin Friday, August 4th with the Patron’s Reception and subsequent Mardi Gras- style parade from the La Crosse Center to the Fest Grounds.
2006 will be the 21st Annual Great River Jazz Fest and also the Sesquicentennial year for the City of La Crosse! So there will be extra reasons to celebrate with activities in Riverside Park designed to highlight the historical aspects of La Crosse along with the great
music.
And if that weren't enough, the Great River Jazz Fest will help mark what would have been the 100th birthday year for that lovable rascal Wild Bill Davison. Naturally, Wild Bill's sometime uncommonly acknowledged adopted illegitimate son, Tom Saunders and the Wild Bill Legacy will be cutting it up. With Tom will be Bill Allred, Chuck Hedges, John Sheridan, Reuben Ristrom, Charlie Braugham and John Bany - Great River Jazz Fest veterans all.
Among new faces, we are expecting the Migrant Jazz Workers band assembled by Sacramento drummer Vince Bartels which includes jazz giants Johnny Varro, Dan Barrett (on cornet), Allan Vache, Russ Phillips and bassist Jennifer Leithan.
Trevor Rippingale and the New Wolverines from Australia will also make a long-awaited return to La Crosse. This is great news for all the fans of Trevor Rippingale and his merry Aussies who have been away much too long.
And of course there will be the same elevated level of music, fun, frolic, hi-jinks, friendly atmosphere, gorgeous Mississippi river scenery, great shops and restaurants and, not least of all, small- town prices.
Speaking of the Mississippi River, if you come to town a day or so early, you might get a spot aboard the Julia Belle Swain, a vintage steamboat, which will feature a special two-hour Dinner Cruise on Wednesday leaving at 6:00 p.m., August 2nd, complete with three course meal and a jazz combo. For details of this rare opportunity, call 800-815-1005 or check:
http://www.juliabelle.com
For application or more information contact:
Karyn Quinn
UWL Music Department
725 State St.
LaCrosse, WI 54601
Tel: 608.785.6727 office
eMail: quinn.kary@uwlax.edu
Web URL http://www.lacrossejazz.com/ - Jazz Fest Homepage.
NEW Date: Wed Jan 11 17:32:45 2006)
Subject: Melody Mill in North Riverside, IL
My father, who recently lost his wife (my mom), has been reminising about the early days of their relationship. He enjoys telling stories of their dancing at Melody Mill Ballroom that was located in North Riverside, IL. I'm looking for names of bands that played there in the mid to late 40's. Tiny Hill was one and he was known for his song "Moonlight Over Melody Mill". I have been unable to locate the music or lyrcis of that song. Any suggestions about getting any of this information. We live in the North Riverside area, and even the library doesn't have any more information than I have been able to locate thru the internet. Thanks.
eMail: sulynnhalvey@msn.com Susan Halverson
NEW Date: Sun Jan 8 02:24:14 2006)
Subject: Johnny Warrington's 1973 Death Info
Johnny Warrington was a very prolific arranger of many styles, as well as a successful band leader, of popular band music until 1973. Then, suddenly, it all stopped. Why? Where?
I was told that he died alone outside a New Jersey club playing his charts, hit by a car that jumped the curb. If you know more or different information, I will see that he gets remembered for all the enjoyment he gave musicians and listeners through the hundreds of charts that he arranged.
Thanks. "Chord"-ially, Jim Jones/YesterTunes
eMail: jjbanjo@juno.com Jim Jones
NEW Date: Sat Dec 31 03:41:18 2005)
Subject: Singer
I have been singing proffesionally in one form or another for 16 years, I am looking for an oppratunity to sing Cabaret style music ie Judy Garland, Patsy Cline, Liza etc. in the baltimore/DC/Philly area. I am in need of back up pianist, or small combo. Not in it for the cash, but cash is no problem! I love to sing this stuff, and can never find a suitible outlet. I have fronted my own band in the past (country, full time gig for almost two years), and was able to perform some styles. Would like to explore the rest.
eMail: misty.letz@gmail.com Misty Letts
NEW Date: Fri Dec 30 18:52:42 2005)
Subject: Professional Singer
I'm a professional singer of Big Band, Jazz, Blues and Swing. I've performed in Major Venues back in the late 80's and early 90's. Which included Major Casinos in Vegas, Large convention center throughout the US and theater districts throughout the US. Corperate World lead me away for finanical reasons. I'm now available to join an established band. I'm currently performing in Minneapolis, and am looking to seek national exposer again. Demo's will be submitted upon request via the net! I'm a very serious pro looking only to join an established act who is in need of a talented singer / Entertainer. Thanks Glenn
eMail: Tilequest@aol.com Glenn Kroeten
NEW Date: Wed Dec 28 16:16:37 2005)
Subject: DOROTHY SQUIRES
AS A DOROTHY SQUIRES FAN, YOU CAN GUESS HOW HAPPY I WAS TO SEE AND MEET DOT ON A NUMBER OF OCCASSIONS. I RECENTLY CAME ACCROSS A DVD OF DOROTHY TAKEN FROM A BETAMAX VIDEO OF HER PERFORMING ON TV IN THE 1970s. it is about 30 minutes long and she sings 7 songs including a very dramatic version of my was, there is also some documentary footage,PICTURE AND SOUND QUALITY ARE VERY GOOD CONSIDERING IT IS 70s VIDEO QUALITY. anyone interested please email pjxand60@blueyonder for details
eMail: pjxand60@blueyonder.co.uk peter anderson
NEW Date: Tue Dec 27 19:54:05 2005)
Subject: Crooner Available
Hello,
Dave here. I am an experienced Big Band/Swing crooner available for your band or orchestra. For several years I've sung with various bands and orchestras around the NYC area- appearing at the Rainbow Room, Weehawken Waterfront Fest, Swing 46, Grand Central Partnership etc. My style could be compared to Al Bowlly, Rudy Vallee with a little early Bing and Cab thrown in. I'm great with a ballad or uptempo or novelty number and have my own charts and sheet music for smaller combos. Also, I own my own tux (a couple of types), tails/white tie as well as other dapper vintage duds. Eras of preference are late '20's-early '40's. What an incredible time for music! Here is a link with more info about me:
http://www.freewebs.com/sweetsuesweethearts/
If you are looking for a classic male crooner for your orchestra or your next gig, let me know: pre_code@yahoo.com. Look forward to talking with you soon! Dave
eMail: pre_code@yahoo.com Dave Giardina
NEW Date: Fri Dec 16 18:26:46 2005)
Subject: Grace Land Record Label
Are You Looking For A Record Label If So Grace Land Record Would Like To Speak With You.
Grace Land Record Label Is Searching For Gospel Music Artists Only Must Be Of Southern Gospel, Blue Grass Or Country Gospel
Grace Land Records
PO. Box 22, White, Ga., 30184, United States
Tel: 770-546-6970
eMail: gracelandrecords@yahoo.com
NEW Date: Wed Dec 14 06:04:17 2005)
Subject: 33AND 1/3 PHONOGRAPH
I am trying to find the record company who produced the Album entitled A Journey into Stereo Sound that was produced in 1958 and narrated by Geoffrey Sumner
Tel: 256-547-4680
eMail: daddyw@comcast.net
NEW Date: Tue Dec 13 09:59:37 2005)
Subject: Sinatra Singer Available
My name is George Lyons and my website is www.soundslikefrank.com
I sing in the voices of famous crooners and there are song samples onsite. I'm available to perform in any type of venue or event situation!
eMail: george.lyons@juno.com George
Web URL: http://www.soundslikefrank.com
NEW Date: Thu Dec 1 20:06:37 2005
Subject: Denny Farrell Radio Show
Hello! This is Denny Farrell.
I recently returned from a gig in Sun Valley, Idaho where I was invited to participate as the radio host for the 16th annual Swing and Dixie Jazz Jamboree. What a blast! I hope to see you all there next year! You can hear some of the actual remotes that were broadcast over the airwaves at www.DennyFarrell.com and if you like the sounds of the big bands, please join me regularly for the Original Big Band Showcase.
Thank you. Denny Farrell (Big Band Hall of Fame Inductee)
eMail: Denny@dennyfarrell.com Denny
Web URL: http://www.DennyFarrell.com
NEW Date: Thu, 4:39 pm
Subject: The Best of Glenn Miller, The Best of Les Brown
I would like to purchase 2 albums (CDs) one being The Best of Les Brown and the other one is The Best of Glenn Miller.I purchased these on
cassettes in the late 1990's. I purchased these from Readers Digest. Could you help me? I gave the cassettes to mom. She grew up during the Big Bad Era. Thanks So Much,
Deborah Autry
837 Cindy Dr., Cookeville, Tn, 38506, USA
Tel: 931-528-3673 or 931-265-4318
eMail: phildeb@frontiernet.net Deborah
NEW Date: Tue Nov 29 05:28:38 2005)
Subject: New Big Band Forming
New Big Band forming in the Kansas City area. I am a singer looking for a traditional stage band 5 sax, 4 trumpet, 4 trombone and piano, guitar, bass drum. Would also be interested in female singer although I do not have too many female vocal arrangements at this time. If interested send me an email. Looking for energetic people with personalities.
eMail: lsbb64015@yahoo.com David Cunningham
NEW Date: Wed, 23 Nov 2005 23:44:49 -0600
Subject: FEMALE SINGER SONGWRITER LOOKING FOR BANDS.
Hi im Terry and I moved to the city Guangzhou, in China about 3 mounths ago. Im 23 and i think i better state that im a girl, incase the spelling of my name left you a bit confused.
Im originally from Manchester and have been into writing and singing music since i was 12. Due to my,(up until now), shyness i had only been performing music in public for a few months back home,(not including misadviced ventures on the karaoke of course).
I came here initally to begin teaching English as a foreigh language and to explore a new way of life. This however, all comes second to my passion and need for music. Since being here i've not really had a chance to meet many bands or fellow music lovers so i thought it was worth checking this site out incase there was anyone out there in a similar position
I know it's probably a long shot, being in China and all, but if they're any bands out there looking for a funky singer then feel free to contact me.
eMail: tezzalogan@hotmail.co.uk Terry Logan
NEW Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2005 15:34:47 -0600
Subject: Compositions and arragements
I have been playing in and leading bigbands for almost 30 years. For some years I have been writing music for bigbands and hope someone would be interested in trying some my arragements or compsitions. Please visit my webside for more infomation.
eMail: laofstad@online.no Lars Ofstad
Web URL: http:/home.online.no/~laofstad
NEW Date: Sun, 13 Nov 2005 13:34:30 -0600
Subject: Amateur video/photographer neede for Band video
I am seeking video/photographer non-professionals to help create a video about a band. The setting is in a cold climate like Iceland or Canada. We need creative people with imagination, also musicians and complete bands. We are in need of animation artists. See us at:
http://www.videostar.us, and, http://www.rootboyslimmovie.com
Andrew Singer
820 North 24th Ave #2, Hollywood, Florida, 33020, USA
eMail: singercheck@aol.com Andrew
NEW Date: Sun, 13 Nov 2005 00:09:41 -0600
Subject: Carlotta Dale
I am interested to know what happened to vocalist Carlotta Dale. I understand she fell from an auto driven by band leader Jan Savitt. Wondering if she was killed or if this ended her career? Appreciate anything.
eMail: djmoyer@juno.com Mr. Donn J. Moyer
NEW Date: Teus, 8 Nov 2005 0700 - 0600
Subject: Frank Simpson
Will Mr. Frank Simpson, ex drummer with the Teddy Forster band, please contact The Big Bands Database Plus.
eMail: mlp@nfo.net Murray
NEW Date: Sun, 6 Nov 2005 15:09:54 -0600
Subject: Fats Waller Piano Transcriptions
Can anyone help me find a piano transcription of Fats Waller playing his version of CAROLINA SHOUT by James P Johnson. ? transcribed from one of his piano rolls.
eMail: dmpreston@compuserve.com David Preston
NEW Date: Thu, 27 Oct 2005 15:34:03 -0500
Subject: New Website
The Debbie Curtis Radio Big Band is now online, the link is:
http://www.debbiecurtis.co.uk/id12.html
eMail: contact@debbiecurtis.co.uk Debbie Curtis
NEW Date: Mon, 24 Oct 2005 19:24:46 -0500
Subject: NEED SHEET MUSIC
i have searched high and low for a copy of Jimmy Durante's version of "You made me lov you." If someone has it can you send it to me, if someone knows that it does not exist please let me know and i will end my search. thankyou
eMail: dannyallred@hotmail.com Danny Allred
NEW Date: Fri, 14 Oct 2005 18:40:02 -0500 (19:40 EDT)
Subject: trying to find pete bray drummer played with ted h
could anyone help me with recent info on pete bray.
he was a drummer with vic lewis, ted heath, lita roza, etc,
any info will do, as then i can try to build up the info, thank you very much in advance, martin pollard, martino, balancer, p.s i have most probably worked with most of you over the years, god bless,,.
martin pollard
plazamar 3 planta 3 no 8, tore del mar, malaga, 29740, spain
Tel: 658069683
eMail: martinopollard@hotmail.com martin
NEW Date: Wed, 12 Oct 2005 01:27:11 -0500 (02:27 EDT)
Subject: Guitarist wanted
The Park Lane Big Band needs a guitarist who can provide both solid comping and solo in all manner of styles. Is that you? You'll also need to be a team player too. We're based in Bath, UK and need someone who'll be there for the music and not the money!. Musically we cover everything from the Miller/Ellington era onwards right up to contemporary stuff (Kubis, Goodwin, Nestico etc). Check us out at
eMail:
davidpegler@pinewood71.freeserve.co.uk Dave Pegler
Web URL: http://www.parklanebigband.com
NEW Date: Tue, 11 Oct 2005 15:28:26 -0500 (16:28 EDT)
Subject: Seeking: Info on Gloria Hart
Does any big band afficionado know any biographic information on GLORIA HART (original last name "Trotsky")? She sang with ART KASSEL for many years.
I've found all the links on the web - which generally rehash the two or three facts known about her. I'm looking for somebody who may have seen her TV show, or worked with her, or maybe is even family. She may be in her mid to late 80s today.
I'd appreciate any contact and information that you can supply.
Rex Strother - thank you!
eMail: rex@bellsisters.com Rex
NEW Date: Tue, 4 Oct 2005 21:32:56 -0500 (22:32 EDT)
Subject: sinatra style singer looking for band
I am a sinatra style singer looking for a band in nyc philly or ac. i have a good impersonation of sinatra bennet mathis nat cole etc. i am early 40's italian
eMail: carnij70@yahoo.com jerry carnicella
NEW Date: Wed, 21 Sep 2005 18:18:57 -0500 (19:18 EDT)
Subject: An Evening of Jazz Therapy
Torch Song Remedies II-An evening of Jazz Therapy. A prescription of time honored standards from the American Song Book delicately woven into the story of love. The audience will be enchanted and engaged to react to the healing effects of the music. The show features vocalist Lynette Sheard who recently starred as AIDA this summer. Bob "Pianoman" Richards on piano. Larry Kantor on Bass and Ernset Brodus on percussion.
When: Wednesday, November 30th 2005.
Where: The Manor located at 111 Prospect Street, West Orange NJ.
Time:8:30pm.
Admission is $35 per person $65 with dinner.
For reservations please call 973-731-2360
eMail: lynettesheard@yahoo.com Lynette
NEW Date: Wed, 21 Sep 2005 01:04:26 -0500 (02:04 EDT)
Subject: find lyrics
Where can I find the lyrics to the song " I came here to talk for Joe"
eMail: hooeyp@yahoo.com Pat Alford
NEW Date: Mon, 19 Sep 2005 16:07:39 -0500 (17:07 EDT)
Subject: Audio files to practice with
I need some audio files to practice with:
It don't mean a thing - arr. Taylor
Desafinado - arr. Lowden
Blue moon - arr. Carubia
Twquila - arr. Rio
Can you help me? Thanks.
eMail: giorgio.ostinelli@bluewin.ch Giorgio Ostinelli
NEW Date: Sat, 17 Sep 2005 10:23:10 -0500 (11:23 EDT)
Subject: eric winstone band 1960,s
does eny person information or tapes of 1960,s radio show involing the eric winstone band my friend john webb was a singer with the band a would like any tapes or other records of these broadcasts
thanks contact my email
brian lavelle lewis
1 Scott Walk, newport, gwent, p100ap, uk
eMail: bjjlavelle@ntlworld.com brian
NEW Date: Wed, 14 Sep 2005 18:58:53 -0500 (19:58 EDT)
Subject: harold oxley
Seeking info of any kind on Harold Oxley, talent manager of Jimmy Lunceford Orch. and others, who led his own band in the twenties, played at the Cinderella Ballroom (NYC) in fall 1924 alongside Wolverines (Bix), and led units for Paul Specht, including tours. His "Post Lodge Orchestra" recorded one session for Okeh in '24; I would also like to obtain/hear copies of these-I have a copy of only one title on a reissue ("I Don't Know Why"). Any other info (musical, biographical, or photo info) greatly welcomed and appreciated. I am helping my friend, an aging relative of his who hopes to reconstruct his story more fully for younger family members, but cannot use computer. Thank you for this wonderful site, and to anyone who can offer any bit of help on this subject
eMail: wlmoorman3@yahoo.com w.l. moorman
NEW Date: Mon, 5 Sep 2005 02:20:22 -0500 (03:20 EDT)
Subject: 30's bands & musicians
My father Lawrence Tipton and his brother Edward played in a band in Chicago in the 30's. I'm lookin for anyone with infomation that could help me find where and name of group. He may have sang too.
eMail: dyellowkyrose@aol.com Donna Tipton
NEW Date: Sun, 4 Sep 2005 08:13:14 -0500 (09:13 EDT)
Subject: Looking for Ricky Allan (Alan Richards)
Ricky Allan (Alan Richards) who sang with Frank Weir in the 50's .60's Where are you? My elder brother Steve Donoghue in Toronto is very keen to catch up after 50 years! Alan and Steve were friends in Paddington, London in the 50's and amateur boxers at Senior Street..Steve married and left for Toronto and is still there, a grand-dad now. There was a Port Talbot connection for Alan I believe, but it's a long time ago. I'm trying to do this for Steve and we've tried the Radio 2 Where are you now? It would be such a buzz for him if you're out there somewhere or anyone can give us news of you. Please contact me initially, I'm Sheila, Steve's sister, now living in Spain, who last saw Alan when she was about 10! I'll return any phone messages if you kindly leave me a number. Sincerely Sheila Skinner
Sheila Janet Skinner
Riu Rau El Moreral, PARCENT, ALICANTE, 03792, SPAIN
Tel: (34) 96 640 5012
eMail: casskinner@hotmail.com Sheila
NEW Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2005 13:19:27 -0500 (14:19 EDT)
Subject: BUNNY BERIGAN
I'M TRYING TO FIND OUT IF A 45 OF BUNNY BERIGAN AND HIS MEN IS WORTH ANY MONEY. IT WAS RECORDED BY RCA VICTOR, IT SAYS COLLECTER ISSUE. ON ONE SIDE IT HAS "IN THE MIST" RECORDED ON NOV 30TH, 1938, ON THE OTHER SIDE IS " BODY AND SOUL" RECORDED IN 1939. MY MOM HAS TONS OF 45'S BUT THIS ONE INTREGED HER. ANY INFORMATION WOULD BE EXTREMLY HELPFUL. THANK YOU.
eMail: pslams5010@earthlink.net kristen pierce
NEW Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2005 09:29:03 -0500 (10:29 EDT)
Subject: Help to identify an old song
I need some help to identify an old song. This song would have been popular in the late 1800,s or early 1900,s.
The title maybe " The Blue and The Grey"
Here are some of the lyrics: Tom and Ned were neighbours and went to fight in the war.
One was Blue and one was Grey and both were killed and when found, they both had Mary's tattoo on their arm.
If anyone can offer any information re: these lyrics, it would be appreciated.
Thanks
eMail: wmy77@hotmail.com Michael Walters
NEW Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2005 17:54:23 -0500 (18:54 EDT)
Subject: REX ALLEN BIG BAND Celebrates JACK TEAGARDEN's 100th Birthday Anniv.
For Immediate Release:
June 30, 2005
For more info contact:
Rex Allen, America Swings Again (415) 899-8099
RCAJazz1@aol.com
www.riverwalk.org/profiles/rexallen.htm
Linda Goetz, Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society (650) 726-4143
info@bachddsoc.org
http://www.bachddsoc.org/
Jazz trombonist REX ALLEN's BIG BAND celebrates the100th Birthday Anniversary of Jazz trombone and vocal legend JACK TEAGARDEN, in a special concert A Hundred Years From Today, at the Bay Area's prestigious jazz venue, The Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society, Douglas Beach House, El Granada CA, Sunday, August 21, 4:30-7:30.
Tickets for the concert are available for $30. Doors open at 3 pm for buying tickets and saving seats. Music starts at 4:30, goes to 7:30 with an intermission. Reserved priority seating for members. $5 discount for those under 25.
The 14-piece BIG BAND will showcase selected arrangements from Teagarden's own original 1939-46 Orchestra, few of which have been heard publicly in 59 years. Other special material "Big T" recorded or presented over his illustrious 37-year career will also be staged. A portion of Allen's personal collection of Teagarden memorabilia will be displayed, along with one of Jack's last horns, a Conn 4-H brass tenor trombone.
JACK TEAGARDEN is universally identified as one of, if not the most influential Jazz trombonist ever, winning or placing near the top in countless Jazz Readers Polls for decades. He's largely credited with moving the trombone into the modern era from the 1930s through the 1950s, with a singularly compelling, lyrically warm and technical dazzling approach that defied categorization by style.
Teagarden recorded the Young/Washington favorite A Hundred Years From Today numerous times from 1931 to 1960. His warm Texas-drawl vocals earned him wide praise, influenced many singers, and always carried a Blues-tinged wistfullnes that matched perfectly when paired with Louis Armstrong and His All-Stars from 1947-51. The gravel-voiced Armstrong and the cool, laid-back Teagarden "waxed" many hits, including Hoagy Carmichael's "Old Rockin' Chair, and toured the world several times.
Trombonist REX ALLEN was featured soloist with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra in 1977. From 1978 to 1980, Rex toured with Yank Lawson and Bob Haggart's World's Greatest Jazz Band ("a dream come true working with my idols"), and was a member of the Bob Crosby Bob Cats from 1979 thru 1987. He led the new Gene Krupa Orchestra for six years.
The REX ALLEN BIG BAND, now in its 28th year, has performed three national tours, including its 1993 Salute to Glenn Miller, with The Modernaires, playing in 75 cities and 160,000 people.
Allen was chosen in 1999 to honor Teagarden on two nationally broadcast Riverwalk Jazz programs over Public Radio International, anchored by the Jim Cullum Jazz Band. Rex produces the Tommy Dorsey Swinging Years Show with singing star Connie Haines, and has shared stages with Lionel Hampton, Helen Forrest, Helen O'Connell, Phil Harris, Milt Hinton, and the Pied Pipers.
The Novato, CA bandleader acquired the Teagarden library in 1990 with the blessing of Teagarden's late widow Addie, with the promise to "put Jack's music to its highest purpose."
"The Bach is the perfect place to mark this anniversary," according to Allen, who's played the stage numerous times with his Swing Express band. "I'm not aware of any such tribute anywhere in the world. The jazz aficionados who support the Bach Society, and presentor Pete Douglas are truly world class. This special event can only happen once!"
Teagarden's greatest hits include "Basin St. Blues," his opening theme song "I Gotta Right To Sing the Blues," "Swinging On the Teagarden Gate," and others that will be performed at the Bach concert.
Allen's trombone solos will recall Tea's style and jazz vocalist Tommy Liles of Campbell, CA, will remember Jack's smokey and relaxed vocals.
Also on hand will be trombonist Wally Wells, original member and road mgr. of the 1944-46 Teagarden Orchestra, to share some "inside insight" about the mid-40s Swing scene, and a few choice stories from his long friendship with Jack.
Teagarden's piano playing sister Norma was a fixture in Bay Area Jazz circles for decades, passing away in 1996. Jack Teagarden was born August 20, 1905, and died in New Orleans January 15, 1964.
This concert is presented by The Bach Dancing and Dynamite Society, and produced by Rex Allen's America Swings Again!
New Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2005 15:22:44 -0500 (16:22 EDT)
Subject: American Big bands Data Base Plus
I started collecting The Commanders/Eddie Grady 1955-58 This is one of my favourites bands from the 50's. They came to my home town Crystal Beach, Ontario, in the mid-fifties, as did Billy May,Stan Kenton,Ray Anthony,Richard Maltby and many other greats.
Very pleased to find this site. We need photos & sound to enhance this website. Thanks for the space to tell my story. Adios, Frank Blackley, Victoria, B.C.
eMail: lgfb@telus.net Frank Blackley
NEW Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2005 13:37:54 -0500 (14:37 EDT)
Subject: http://nfo.net/usa/m5.html
Just to let you know that Spud Murphy passed away in Los Angeles on August 5, 2005.
My band was planning to present a birthday concert on August 19th (which would have been his 97th birthday), but now it's going to be a memorial concert. Thanks, Dean Mora
More info at
Web URL: http://www.morasmodern.com
NEW Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2005 14:34:48 -0500 (15:3
Subject: Eddie Grady and the Commanders
I'm interested in more info on Bobby Burns. I talked to a couple who are touring in a classic 1947 Flxible bus. They said it once belong to Bobby Burns, a jazz singer, who converted it for touring in 1961. I would like to confirm the story and know more about Burns. The current owners bought the bus in Amarillo, Texas, but Amarillo is on the road to everywhere. Thanks to anyone who can help me.
eMail: hanaba@chipshot.net Hanaba Noack
NEW Date: Sun, 31 Jul 2005 06:24:31 -0500 (07:24 EDT)
Subject: American Big Bands
MY COMMENT IS:: Does anyone know what became of the arranger/Kenton band Pete Rugolo?
Is he still with us? Is he still working?
Am also interested in "the Sauter Finigan Orch" I already have "That`s all Folkes" but would be interested in any other recordings of the orch. Or any other information.
eMail: Don.Matthes@tiscali.co.uk Don Matthes
NEW Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2005 10:54:26 -0500 (11:54 EDT)
Subject: elliot lawrence
my father was elliot lawrence,s manager before he went on to work for tommy dorsey. i have a number of "master records" that were recorded in studio or at perfomances ,if any one has any interest in these records please contact me./s/thomas a cavanaugh jr. 7030 gillespie st.,,phila pa.19135 /#215 332 8495
eMail: tcavanaugh70@comcast.net Tom Cavanaugh