NEW Date: Mon, 26 Jul 2004 22:12:06 -0500
Subject: TommyWillsBigBandReUnion
Hi,--My 65 years in the music business---Birthday Dance Party-- Tommy Wills Big Band---Sat.--August 7th 2004---at the Cozy Club--20 N. Penn. St. Downtown Indianapolis, In. USA--hours-8-11PM--Indiana time.....Big Dance Floor--Open to the public------- ALSO: BIG JAM SESSION-- of all the Musicians that have worked with the Tommy Wills Band---The ones we could find has been invited to bring their axe & friend---Maybe we havn't found you ??? To set in or see some of the old players The past 65 years------also at the Cozy Club ...Sunday August 8th 2004--1- 6 PM Big Dance Floor--Free Snacks---Open to the public..Call the Cozy for table Reservations---(317) 638-2100----Hope see you ---Hornman24.
Tommy Wills
Cozy Club-20N.Penn. St.Indianapolis, In-Downtown
Tel: (317)638-2100
fax: (317)897-2993
eMail: hornman24@webtv.net Tommy
NEW Date: Mon, 26 Jul 2004 15:51:12 -0500
Subject: Non-Profit Big Band Festival
A couple of band leaders are discussing the possibility of organizing a festival/competition for non-profit big bands. There are lots of festivals for high school and college groups, but none for amateur community big bands! The idea is to either have one band host the festival in their city, or pick a hot jazz city and hold it there over a weekend. We could also have a pro musician cap off the event.
We're just starting to investigate possibilities and are looking to see what kind of interest there would be. Please e-mail Chuck if you and your band may be interested in participating and/or helping to organize.
eMail: chuffine@rochester.rr.com Chuck Huffine
NEW Date: Wed, 21 Jul 2004 16:48:05 -0500
Subject: Job
Hi, my name is damien and I am currently looking for a job in music as a singer for a big band or any other jazz oriented band. I have a experience and have played with the toronto all star big band. My plans are to move into chicago in about a year and to start a career there. To know more about me please see my web site. I am also a Berklee College of Music student and hopefully want to continue my career at Chicago School of the Performing Arts.
Damien Villeneuve
1185 Creekside Drive, Toronto, Ontario, L6H 4Y9 Canada
Tel: 905 466 6481
eMail: dvilleneuve@berklee.net
Web URL: http://www.damienvilleneuve.com
NEW Date: Tue, 20 Jul 2004 10:23:11 -0500
Subject: Arranger Paul Villepigue
I am the daughter of big band jazz arranger Paul Villepigue (sometimes spelled Paul Villepique or Villapeg), who died in 1953 at age 33. I'm seeking information on the whereabouts of any of his original arrangements that he wrote for these bandleaders between 1938 and 1953: Buddy Baker, Charlie Barnet, Johnny Bothwell, Ike Carpenter, Allyn Cassel, Bob Chester, Jimmy Dorsey, Tommy Dorsey, Sonny Dunham, Benny Goodman, Horace Heidt, Harry James, Jimmy Joy, Bob Keane, Stan Kenton, Gene Krupa, Chico Marx, Vaughn Monroe, Jerry Pettit, Ben Pollack, Boyd Raeburn, Ike Ragon, Alvino Rey, Buddy Rich, Charlie Spivak, Joe Swanson. I'm also looking for information about the years 1948-1953 when he taught arranging at the Westlake College of Music in Los Angeles. His students included Bill Holman, Buddy Collette, David Bryant, Gerald Wiggins, possibly Wardell Gray. More details are on this website: Thanks!
eMail: desne@earthlink.net Desne Villepigue
Web URL: http://home.earthlink.net/~desne/
NEW Date: Fri, 16 Jul 2004 15:20:51 -0500
Subject: Seeking Musicians for Rainbow Room Gig
Hello,
We are seeking talented musicians for our 1920's/30's jazz/pop orchestra which is setting up a gig at the Rainbow room in late September. If Paul Whiteman, Ray Noble, Isham Jones, Gus Arnheim are guys you know and love- then contact us.
We are also seeking authentic arrangement charts of the above mentioned orchestras (and more). Everything from ballads to fox trotts and hot dance numbers.
Please send a demo of a sample of your work in this style. The demos do not need to be slick/studio finished etc. - just something to give us an idea of your abilities. Include your contact info on the demo itself. The address is:
David Giardina
14 E28th St., #737,
NY, NY, 10016
This is a paying gig. Once we review all demos we will be setting up
auditions. Any question please email: monstermash@gawab.com or call:
917-286-0525. Thank you.
eMail: monstermash@gawab.com David
NEW Date: Thu, 15 Jul 2004 15:30:16 -0500
Subject: Happy Hour Club - Detroit WMBC Radio Show
I am looking for radio archive copies of a 1930s radio show done in Detroit, Michigan called "Chuck Stanley and His Happy Hour Club". This was aired on WMBC (now a part of WLBQ). Performers on the show included Danny Thomas who I believe had the Wednesday show. My grandfather, Carl Tocco, sang on that show and I am looking for a show with his voice on it. Any luck in tracking this down would be appreciated. I have already contacted the current radio station and the Museum of Radio and Television (Danny Thomas was a member) and they did not have any recordings from this particular show. Thanks!
eMail: keithtocco@rcn.com Keith Tocco
DELAYED NEW Date:Tue, 13 Jul 2004 13:43:24 -0400
Subject: Jazz Festivals Listings
THE WILLIAMSBURG JAZZ FESTIVAL
September 16 -19, 2004
Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY
Web URL: http://www.wjazzfestival.com
Headliners include: Eric Reed, Chris Potter, Ray Vega, Joy Askew Featuring the best of Classic Jazz, Electro Jazz, Latin Jazz and Polish Jazz
NEW Date: Wed, 14 Jul 2004 11:14:41 -0400
Subject: Bones Fest VIII Announcement
Rhythm Bones -- It's Dancing With Your Hands
Attention Bone Players, Would-Be Bones Players and all other Interested Parties
The Rhythm Bones Society Presents its 8th Annual Bones Festin Reston, VA, August 20-22, 2004
Join us for a 3-day weekend of performance opportunities, educational workshops,history lessons, jamming and Just Great Fun. Meet fellow bones players from all over North America and places even more exotic. If you'd like, take part on Sundayafternoon in a public performance to delight our friends and neighbors and to spread the wonders of the ancient art of Bone Playing. Throughout the Fest live musical accompaniment will be provided for your rattling pleasure.
Below you will find a registration form (driving directions to the Fest Motel and to Lake Anne Plaza, the Fest venue, can be requested via email). Print out and complete the Registration Form shown below and mail it along with a registration Fee of $89 (for the three day event which includes Friday night and Saturday food)to the Rhythm Bones Society, 1060 Lower Brow Road, Signal Mtn, TN 37377.
The Fest Motel is the Herndon Courtyard by Marriott. Call 800-432-2211 and ask forthe special Rhythm Bones Society room rate of $59 per night (including two for breakfast.)The rate will be honored Thursday night through Sunday night.
For Further information call 703-709-0020.
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Bones Fest VIII, August 20-22, 2004, Reston, VA Registration Form
Name(s) _______________________________ x $89 = $________
Address _______________________________________________
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Phone(s)________________________ Fax____________________
Email__________________________________________________
Food Preference Vegetarian yes_____ no______
Workshop Choices (These will run concurrently: select no more than one per day,)
Bones Playing - Beginner Friday_______________ Saturday____________
Bones Playing - Advanced Friday_______________ Saturday____________
Bone Making (limited space) Friday_______________ Saturday____________
Public Performance: I would love to play:_______ Please don't make me do this?________
(Sunday) I am OK either way - I'll play if you need me, but I really don't mind if I don't play______
Note: I like to play to (type of music)______________________________
Please complete a brief Bio of each attendee for inclusion in the Program.
To help you get started: My name is _________________________________
I live in _______________________________________________
I have been playing bones for ______(years? weeks? day?)
OR: _____I don't really want to be a bones player: I'm attending the Fest
to enjoy being part of the audience.
I particularly love to play to _________________________________________(kinds of music)
This is my_______(1st? 2nd? 8th?) Fest. I have been a member of RBS since _______
I got started playing bones when
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
(And continue on from there:)
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eMail: wixson@chattanooga.net Steve Wixson
NEW Date: Tue, 13 Jul 2004 22:44:19 +0100
Subject: L A G O S J A Z Z 2 0 0 4
NOTA DE IMPRENSA
Jazzt!
Bem vindos terceira edio do Lagos Jazz! Com muito trabalho e dedicao de vrias pessoas apresento este ano, provavelmente, a melhor edio de um evento que veio para ficar! Ser entre 11 e 15 de Agosto que vamos ter concertos no auditrio do Centro Cultural, concertos na rua, workshop, conferncia, e as j famosas jam sessions!Nunca de mais referir que nada seria possvel sem a organizao da Cmara Municipal de Lagos, a Produo da Actus e o Apoio do Instituto das Artes e demais patrocinadores.Dando continuidade aos objectivos que sempre prevaleceram, continuo a apresentar um programa o mais variado possvel, dentro de uma mesma linguagem: o Jazz!De 11 a 14 de Agosto, New Orleans Jazz Band, apresenta os seus contagiantes ritmos pelas ruas da cidade cerca das 18:00. Ser uma hora de puro divertimento com o Jazz dito Tradicional a sair das portas do Centro Cultural. Ainda de 11 a 14 de Agosto h outra actividade parela para a qual todos esto convidados: Jam Sessions! Decorrero no Stevie Rays Blues Jazz Bar e estaro abertas a pblico e msicos, logo aseguir aos concertos.11 de Agosto, o dia "um" do Lagos Jazz abre com um especial convidado e conferncia: Jos Duarte apresenta "O Jazz no Sc. XXI". Uma palestra com audio de CD's e entrada gratuita. "Jazz" Duarte dispensa apresentaes: quem no ouve os "Cinco Minutos de Jazz", ou (ou)viu as "Outras Msicas", ou ainda o "Jazz a Preto e Branco". Seguem-se os The Good Times Jazz Band apresentando, no ptio do Centro Cultural, temas de "dixieland" ao bom estilo dos anos 20, que tantos nomes perpetuaram. Logo de seguida, j no auditrio do Centro Cultural, teremos a apresentao em concerto dos msicos que sero os professores do workshop: Hugo Alves (trompete), Mrio Delgado (guitarra), Paulo Gomes (piano), Rodrigo Monteiro (contrabaixo), Michael Lauren (bateria), que vo apresentar um repertrio baseado em temas originais.12 de Agosto o regresso de uma grande formao ao Lagos Jazz e a presena de uma grande voz do jazz portugus: falo da Orquestra de Jorge Costa Pinto e de Maria Viana. Jorge Costa Pinto um homem em actividade desde os anos 60 com passagens pela TV entre outras grandes produes e tambm pelo jazz de grande formato, tendo sido mentor de algumas das primeiras Big Bands e Orquestras em Portugal. Apresentar "West Coast Jazz", ao bom estilo da poca de ouro das Big Bands: os anos 30, com particular enfase em temas de Woody Herman e Stan Kenton. So cerca de 17 msicos em palco!13 de Agosto vamos contar com um quinteto de origem americana que dispensa apresentaes: Randy Brecker & Bill Evans NY Soul Bop. Randy Brecker, com uma carreira de mais de trinta anos e alguns Grammy Awards pelo caminho apresenta assim um projecto enraizado no Jazz-Rock um estilo que sempre lhe marcou a carreira em vrias outras formaes dos quais destacaria os Blood Sweat and Tears ou os Breckers Bros. Vamos assim ter um pouco de Nova Iorque em Lagos,... por uma noite!14 de Agosto o jazz portugus volta a estar representado pelos TGB trio constitudo por Alexandre Frazo (bateria), Mrio Delgado (guitarra) e Srgio Carolino (tuba). Com um CD recentemente editado vo apresentar temas originais e ainda arranjos sobre temas de Monk, Dolphy ou Powell, tudo servido num prato de riqueza rtmica invulgar.15 de Agosto o ltimo dia do Lagos Jazz e nem por isso menos importante! O trabalho do workshop vai mostrar os resultados... esto previstos bons... 22:00 horas, a hora H dos nossos alunos! Os combos resultantes da workshop e ainda o combo de Big Band (sim! Big Band!) vo mostrar os seus dotes, ao que se seguir a entrega de diplomas em presena de representantes da Cmara Municipal de Lagos e todo o corpor docente.
Hugo Alves(Director Artstico)
Web URL:
eMail: lagosjazz@mail.telepac.pt Hugo Alves
ou
eMail: hugo_alves@sapo.pt
Tel.: + 351 919950921
ou
Tel.:/Fax.: 289819258
NEW Date: Sun, 11 Jul 2004 05:37:01 -0500
Subject: Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians
I am looking for a list of the band members of Guy Lombardo's Royal Canadians, in the last 20 years of his life, which would be from the mid '50's to the mid '70's. I'd appreciate any help I can get. Thank you.
eMail: a.reesor@sympatico.ca Anne Winkler
NEW Date: Mon, 5 Jul 2004 12:04:07 -0500
Subject: Vintage Sheet Music
Extensive personal original sheet music collection from the 1930's to the 1960's with the majority from the 30's and 40's. These original sheet music publications from the period have photos of featured artists and/or movie stars and include such items as : As Time Goes By, White Christmas, The Road to Morocco, Over The Rainbow, Moonlight Seranade, Chattanooga Choochoo, Nevada (by Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey prior to their breakup), There Will Be a Hot Time in The Town of Berlin When The Yanks Go Marching In (featuring Sinatra), Moon River, and other selections by Sinatra, Crosby, Astaire & Rogers, Glen Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Major Edward Bowes, Abbott & Costello, the Andrews Sisters, the Marx Brothers, and many, many, more. Most items are in very good to excellent condition. Extensive classical sheet music collection also available. Please contact us at catizonebill@hotmail.com if you are interested in any or all of these pieces. We may just have what you are looking for.
eMail: catizonebill@hotmail.com Victoria Mannion
NEW Date: Tue, 29 Jun 2004 20:47:45 -0500
Subject: Music collectibles
Lots of collectible records now on offer! Huge variety of original, mostly Australian pressings from 1920s-1990s..... 45 rpm, EPs, LPs & 78 rpm records. For more details, please visit my website:
eMail: greg@spinauctions.every1.net Greg Sanders
Web URL: http://spinauctions.ace-aust.com
NEW Date: Tue, 29 Jun 2004 14:06:12 -0500
Subject: Ellington Centennial Edition Wanted
I'm looking for Duke Ellington's Centennial Edition - specifically CDs 18, 19, 20. Please contact me if you have a set available for sale/trade. Thanks.
eMail: fontaine_rene@emc.com Rene Fontaine
NEW Date: Fri, 25 Jun 2004 16:25:06 -0500
Subject: Hal Curtis Orchestra
I am seeking information, copies of advertisements, photos, fliers, etc. regarding my grandfather's orchestra - the "Hal Curtis Orchestra". Henry Mancini started in this orchestra at the age of 16. Bobby Vinton also started his career with my grandfathers orchestra. Places where the band played: Melody Mill Ballroom, Chicago; Aragon Ballroom, Chicago/Cleveland;Centennial Gardens, Sylvania Hills, Ohio; Rainbow Club, Ambridge, PA; Monterey Club, Ambridge, PA, Carlton Club, Ambridge, PA. I would appreciate any contacts or information you may be able to find. Thank you for your time.
eMail: brennanjk@eatel.net Kathleen Brennan
NEW Date: Fri, 25 Jun 2004 13:21:35 -0500
Subject: Vintage Big Band Music in NYC
Vince Giordano& His Nighthawks Orchestra
Times Square Grill
Mondays and Tuesdays
8:30 to 11:30 - Three Sets
1611 Broadway at West 49th street
212-246-1960
Food & Drinks $25 minimum
eMail: vince.giordano@BMG.com Vince
NEW Date: Sat, 26 Jun 2004 03:46:41 -0500
Subject: Looking for a book
I am looking for the book "Voices" by Anita Kerr, published by MCA. It has been out of print for some time. I will appreciate hearing from anyone with a copy to sell, or who knows where I might find a copy. Thanks.
eMail: arranger@satx.rr.com Richard Brodfuehrer
NEW Date: Tue, 22 Jun 2004 23:39:54 -0500
Subject: Tito Guizar
Tito Quizar (Mexican Quitarist) played with X Cugat...I'm searching for info. on his solo performances and recordings.
eMail: arwillia@isugw.indstate.edu Louis Williams
NEW Date: Mon, 21 Jun 2004 18:37:58 -0500
Subject: Ruth Gaylor.
Hello. Does anyone have any information on an excellent vocalist named Ruth Gaylor that sang with the Hudson-DeLange, Mitchell Ayres, Bunny Berigan, Teddy Powell and Hal McIntyre Orchestras?
I've been a fan of her work for years, particularly the excellent sides that she recorded with Hal McIntyre & His Orchestra in the mid-40's. Miss Gaylor sang the best versions of 'I'm Making Believe', 'I Didn't Know About You' and 'My Funny Valentine' that I've ever heard in my life!
I've searched and searched on the internet for years looking for information about her but I've found nothing. Does anyone know if she's still living? Is there a website where I can find out more about her? Is there a compilation of her work that's available somewhere? Does she have an email or home address where I can write her? Please feel free to send me any information or pics of this wonderful song stylist.
When I listen to Ruth Gaylor's recordings it almost brings tears to my eyes that she is not more well known. Thanks in advance for any information that anyone can share about her.
eMail: rodmann2981@insightbb.coom Rod Mann
NEW Date: Sun, 20 Jun 2004 19:17:53 -0500
Subject: Jack Crawford Orchestra
Jack Crawford Orchestra. Played WI, Chicago etc in late 1920's and early
1930's. My father played trumpet with him. My dad's name was Aubrey Amann, from Fond du Lac, WI. Looking for any recording of Jack Crawford that may have my dad playing. On a poster we have, it states Jack Crawford and his RCA Victor recording orchestra. Thanks Susan Amann McCurdy
eMail: canoepoo@mwt.net Susan
NEW Date: Fri, 18 Jun 2004 16:48:59 -0500
Subject: searching for a Big Band song
I'm looking for a song, "Pushing Sand". I think it may be a Big Bands song of maybe the 40s or 50s. Anyone ever heard of it? If so, who was the artist/band who recorded it? Thanks for any information. Need it for an
anniversary. If you can help, please email me -
eMail: singer@ev1.net pat singer
NEW Date: Sat, 12 Jun 2004 14:20:12 -0500
Subject: Radio Show The Original Big Band Showcase
Thanks for the wonderful site. I have been playing all of the great bands on radio now for over 30 years and still going strong. Artie Shaw once told me, " what's good will always be good" Please join me at
http://www.DennyFarrell.com for the Original Big Band Showcase radio show.
Big Band Hall of Fame Announcer. Denny Farrell
P.O. BOX 475, St Charles, IL, 60174 USA
Tel: 630-377-7677
eMail: Denny@DennyFarrell.com
NEW Date: Wed, 9 Jun 2004 11:35:31 -0500
Subject: Seeking New York Classic Jazz Musicians
Hello!
We are seeking New York City-based musicians for an established orchestra that specializes in 1920's-1930's jazz/pop music. We will not only be featuring the original songs of the era, but the original arrangements and playing style. This is NOT another "swing/be-bop" revival nor is it a "Frank Sinatra a la Count Basie" redux. This is the REAL DEAL. Imagine if you will a Paul Whiteman 78 come to life. That's what we're going for. Only players who truly know and love the pop music of the 1920's-30's need apply. This is a paying gig. Please contact me ASAP at monstermash@gawab.com to arrange an interview/audition. Thank
you. David
David Giardina
Tel: 917-286-0525
eMail: monstermash@gawab.com David Giardina
NEW Date: Thu, 3 Jun 2004 18:21:35 -0500
Subject: Father's Day Big Band Concert
Father's Big Band Concert
Gene White Big BandSammy Davis Jr.
Festival Plaza in Lorenzi Park 720 Twin Lakes Drive (west side of park)
Sunday, June 20, 2004, 7 o'lock ( gates open at 6pm)
*****!!!Celebrate Father's Day with timeless standards of the 1930's-'80's. With its blend of brass, reeds and rhythm, the Gene White Big Band swings on songs from legendary greats such as Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Harry James, Benny Goodman, and others. While prodviding you with great music there will also be FREE hotdogs, chips,and soda-plus FREE ADMISSION!!!
***** So come have an awesome time with your friends and family members Provided to you by the Cultural Affairs Division of the City of Las Vegas Department of Leisure Services. Can't Wait to see you there!* Additional Information please call (702) 229- 1087
Travis & Leanne Stanley
Las Vegas, NV 89101
Tel: 702-435-2056
eMail: Storminblue@aol.com Temphest
NEW Date: Mon, 31 May 2004 03:57:03 -0500
Subject: New Forum for Arrangers and Composers
A new internet forum has been established that will be of interest to arrangers and composers. The link is:
http://www.composeforums.com/forum/default.asp
eMail: arranger@satx.rr.com Dick Brodfuehrer
NEW Date: Fri, 28 May 2004 08:30:01 -0500
Subject: Trade Inquiry
Dear Sir, We are reputable Importer of General goods based in Lome-Togo and all our distributive networks covers all the West Africa sub-regional market.
We deal on the Following Items: Electronics, Foodstuff, Footwears, Clothings, Electrical appliances, Jewelries, Computer and Computer accessories, Stationary, Building materials ETC.
We humbly request you to put our company's name and information in your daily, weekly and monthly butlletin to enable manufacturers and exporters contac us for business transaction. We highly appreciate inquires for our mutual benefits. Thanks for your co-operation.
Best Regrds, Mr.Marcel Johnson
For: Chikan International.
CHIKAN INTERNATIONAL RUE DE BE-CHATEAU B.P.6083 LOME-TOGO
TEL:00228-9499027
FAX:002282265033
eMail: chikaninter@yahoo.com
eMail: ericakpa2003@yahoo.com
NEW Date: Sun, 23 May 2004 10:05:53 -0500
Subject: music arranger
looking for music arranger from the philadelphia area that knows about string band music arranging.
john schweizer
751 10th st. east. lot 609, palmetto, florida, 34221, usa.
Tel: 941 729 4069
eMail: smsbjnm@netzero.net
NEW Date: Fri, 21 May 2004 13:12:11 -0500
Subject: female Jazz Vocalist - Looking for Big Band
African American Female Jazz Vocalist Looking for work with a Big Band. I have spent the last 15 years studying the works of the greats, Ella, Sarah, Billie, and Carmen. Currently performing their works with a Hot Quintet in NYC. The cats I play with recommend a Big Band for me and I am more than ready.
eMail: pryia66@aol.com Sylvia Teel
NEW Date: Fri, 21 May 2004 00:28:51 -0500
Subject: Big Band Forming in Silicon Valley
A Big Band is now forming. The name is the Los Gatos/Saratoga Big
Band. We are looking for experienced trumpet and trombone players.
Rehearsals will be Wednesday evenings in Los Gatos. If you are
interested in playing in a 17 piece big band please contact me.
eMail: mbottini@sbcglobal.net Mike Bottini
NEW Date: Wed, 19 May 2004 07:56:07 -0500
Subject: Big Band Radio Show
I invite you to join me on 'Big Band, Dance & Swing' on www.radiokerry.ie
on Saturday nights from 10:00 p.m. thru 11:00 p.m. local time (5:00
p.m.-6:00 p.m. USA EST). Email a request to requests@radiokerry.ie
I am always looking to buy CDs of the greatest popular music of all time - Big Band!
Ted Keane
Maine Street, Tralee, County Kerry, Ireland
Tel: +353 66 712 3666
fax: +353 66 712 2282
eMail: tedkeane@iol.ie Ted
NEW Date: Wed, 12 May 2004 22:08:55 -0500
Subject: chinese orchestral 'Beijing Yu Shi Gu Zheng'
DEAREST Pupils!!!
pls help my friend, she live in Malaysia. last month her house had been
broke in, so need some $$$$ to cover e lost. she is a friend of mine
brought a 'Beijing Yu Shi Gu Zheng' 4 yrs still in good condition with 'yu
shi' rose crafting. Want 2 sell @ SGD1750.00(negotiable), anyone
interested pls Email me : Z0VE_CANDY@HOTMAIL.COM e word (0) in Z0VE IS
zero. pls kindly forward this to Your friends TKS.
LOOKING FORWARD 4 YOUR REPLY!!!!!! ;>CINDY (Dong)
eMail: z0ve_candy@hotmail.com cindy xu
NEW Date: Sun, 9 May 2004 17:44:04 -0500
Subject: English lead singer with Sydney Lipton
Need to know name of female lead singer with Sydney Lipton's Band who
played at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London in the 1950s-1960s. She left
the UK and lived and worked in Florida. Her sister was called Reta Green.
eMail: buckschris@aol.com christine kitson
NEW Date: Thu, 6 May 2004 10:35:14 -0500
Subject: FOR SALE
FOR SALE
COLLECTOR'S EDITION OF ORIGINAL RECORDINGS (READER'S DIGEST)***ALBUMS**** *MINT CONDITION*
THE GREAT BAND ERA 1936 TO 1945
glenn miller* tommy dorsey* guy lombardo* benny goodman* vaughn monroe*
artie shaw* duke ellington* sammy kay* fats waller* hal kemp* tony pastor*
eddy duchin* les brown* shep fields* larry clinton* charlie barnet* freddy
martin* xavier cugat* bunny berigan* ozzie nelson..... and many more
contact thru email
KAREN GERALD
430 RTE 103 W., WARNER, NEW HAMPSHIRE, 03278, USA.
eMail: CASEYSBARN@MSN.COM
NEW Date: Sun, 2 May 2004 09:00:40 -0500
Subject: Recording search
Looking for recording titled A LITTLE CUBAN SUGAR MILL recorded around 1944
by Freddy Slack with a yound Billy Usher doing the vocal also WHEN I GROW
UP recorded by Vaugn Monroe with Ziggy Talient doing the vocal.
Frank Florance
8385 SW 109 Lane, Ocala, FL, 34481 USA
Tel: 352-291-6994
eMail: FUZZFLO@aol.com Frank
DELAYED NEW Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2004 05:12:30 -0500
Subject: Biography
I'm looking for musicians dancers singers who will have worked with Billy
Eckstine during the years from the 60's to the 80's as I'm writing a
biography on the famous jazz singer. Also I'm in desperate need of early
photos and other details on memorabilia plus obviously as many memories,
tales and other anecdotes. Monies received from the book will go to
musician benevolent funds to help those musicians who have fallen ill or
on hard times etc. So a worthy cause.
eMail: terry@eckstinedanielles.com Terry Danielles
NEW Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2004 09:30:42 -0500
Subject: Black vocalist/lyrics writer
Black vocalist/lyrics writer needed for a neo soul project.Write at:
Tel: 0039-333-7792594
eMail: arweil2002@yahoo.it Fabio Puglisi
NEW Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2004 19:27:07 -0500
Subject: albums for sale
I have been collecting big band, swing and gospel albums for years and
need to sell some. Most in mint condition. Collectors should email me a
request and I might just have it.
eMail: kandeedegraw@hotmail.com kandee degraw
NEW Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2004 06:50:13 -0500
Subject: BANDS WANTED
original bands wanted to perform at quality London (UK) venues.no covers and must have a good fanbase
ZAID JOSEPH
Tel: 07974 5000 19
eMail: zaid@zarathustras.com ZAID
Web URL: http//www.zarathustras.com
NEW Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2004 14:46:12 -0500
Subject: SONG WW II`
DOES ANYBODY REMEMBER THE SONG WITH THE WORDS, "IN MY ARMS, IN MY ARMS, AREN'T I EVER GOING TO GET A GIRL IN MY ARMS?"
THERE WAS A HOLLYWOOD MOVIE CALLED" INFINITY, " ABOUT THE LIFE OF RICHARD
FEYNMAN, PLAYED BY MATTHEW BRODERICK IN WHICH HE PROGRAMS SEVERAL IBM
MACHINES TO PLAY THE MELODY.
DOES ANYONE KNOW WHERE THE MUSIC CAN BE OBTAINED? THANK YOU.
eMail: SUNSETLEDGE@HOTMAIL.COM R. HIRSCHHORN
NEW Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2004 05:02:49 -0500
Subject: Band
Professional band to work with me on tour, must be hard working motivated
and achievers. Mostly R & B but styles and genre may vary so must be
adaptive. I have an Anglo American partnership www.eckstinedanielles.com
and we are looking to host a concert for troops in Iraq so this will be a
consideration in choosing the right band, as will travelling and working
around venues in the UK at a later date.
Contacts:
Sidney Eckstine
9907 ne 124th apt 816, Kirkland Seattle, WA, 98034, USA.
Tel: 425 820-8398
eMail: sidney@sidneyeckstines.com sidney
NEW Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2004 05:12:30 -0500
Subject: Biography
I'm looking for musicians dancers singers who will have worked with Billy
Eckstine during the years from the 60's to the 80's as I'm writing a
biography on the famous jazz singer. Also I'm in desperate need of early
photos and other details on memorabilia plus obviously as many memories,
tales and other anecdotes. Monies received from the book will go to
musician benevolent funds to help those musicians who have fallen ill or
on hard times etc. So a worthy cause.
eMail: terry@eckstinedanielles.com Terry Danielles
NEW Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2004 17:51:27 -0500
Subject: Searching Frank Guarente story
please help me for research on Frank Guarente story. I am writing book of
this trumpeter.Thanks Sorry for my english
eMail: info@fotomarchese.it Angelo marchese
NEW Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2004 15:34:07 -0500
Subject: Lookingf for old recordings
Looking for two recordings and are as follows: I WANT TO BE A "G" MAN by
Vaugn Monroe (vocal Ziggy Talient) and Ali-Ali or Ale-Ale By Harry James
Frank Florance
8386 SW 109 Lane
Ocala, FL, 34481 USA
Tel: 352-291-6994
eMail: FUZZFLO@aol.com Frank
NEW Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 07:04:40 -0500
Subject: Original singer of Daddies Little Girl
I am looking for the original singer of Daddies Little Girl, it is a very
old song and I think it possibly dates back to the 20's or 30's. I very
much look forward to hearing from you.
eMail: rosebudd8@hotmail.com Rosemary Budd
DELAYED DATE: Fri, 2 Apr 2004 21:50:30 -0600
subject: Orch:: sidney
im looking for a big 12 piece band to ply pop R&B and dance music and can
travel with me from may to sept please e mail me if u are able to help out
and travel thanks sidney
sidney eckstine
9907 ne 124th apt 816, kirkland, washington, 98034, USA
Tel: 425 820-8398
eMail: beckyzd@verizon.net sidney
NEW Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2004 09:40:18 -0500
Subject: End of a Love Affair
I would like to know the name of the man who sings "End Of a Love Affair".
I would swear that I am hearing Tony Bennet, but I can't find evidence
that Bennet ever made such a recording. If it is not Bennet, this guy
sounds a lot like Tony. Please help me.
eMail: r1355b@aol.com Robert Bryant
DELAYED NEW Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2004 06:37:50 -0500 (Orig: Thu, 11 Mar 2004 08:28:05 -0600)
Subject: Jazz bands wanted for liveroom in EDINBURGH
!!!!Attention jazz bands and musicians!!!!
Wanted jazz artists to play in the prestigous Tron venue in Hunter Square in Edinburgh city. New Livroom
basement venue open and jazz is what we're after so contact the email address for more details.
eMail: richie@cowgate.com Anna Feehan
NEW Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2004 06:37:50 -0500
Subject: Charlie Barnet film: Mr. Charlie
Greetings,I am seeking a copy of the 1970 film: Mr. Charlie, which features Charlie Barnet and His Orchestra.Thank you in advance for your assistance.
eMail: nick_riffs@yahoo.com Nick Riffs
NEW Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2004 12:50:46 -0500
Subject:: Durante's "The Day I Read a Book"
I'm looking for lyrics & music for Jimmy Durante's "I'll Never Forget the
Day I Read a Book." Web searches have been inconclusive. Any help would
be appreciated. I'll even settle for an MP3 of the tune if anyone has
it. Thanks in advance.
eMail: havelin@yahoo.com Michael Havelin
NEW Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2004 11:10:34 -0500
Subject: vocalist looking for a band
hi, my name is carmelita e. acid-hooks , i am a viusal and performing arts
artist who recently moved to the chicagoland northwest suburbs! i am
seeking a band. i performed for over 10 years in the st. louis area. i am
was also a dance instructor for 4 of those years while i performed with
local bands. my web site is www.artgalleryacid.com. i am a visual artist
as well that is my business. but i have always been a born vocalist. i
would like to perform again,music venues include:jazz, blues, old
classics, hip hop top 40 r&b some country and some folk.if interested call
847-754-8302 i will audition right OVER THE PHONE!!!!!!!!!!!!! AND THE IN
PERSON FOR A FORMAL INTERVIEW!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tel: 847-754-8302
eMail: carmelita@artgalleryacid.com carmelita acid-hooks
Web URL: http://www.artgalleryacid.com
NEW Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2004 23:41:23 -0600
Subject: PHIL TATE BAND - 1940's
RAF Gosport association of veterans seeking information on Phil Tate
1940's band leader who was in RAF as electrician and band leader at
gosport during war,. a member of association, ex pal, now veteran trying
to find all info about him. cant find anything on any lists.
eMail: raf.gosport@ukonline.co.uk Jack Arnold
NEW Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2004 22:36:32 -0600
Subject: Looking for Singer
Hello, I am looking for a Former Big Band singer who used to Appear at the
retirment home where i used to work. Her name then was LISA Gary, belive
to have lived in Long Beach, California. She also sang with the 20 piece
Big Band
"the Senior Class Band" and also a group called Major Mello. I was the
Acctivity person there and would very much like to know if Lisa is still
performing and how i might contact her or find out where she is playing.
I belive she has/had a production company called Good Guy Productions. If
you are her or know how to get in touch with her please E=mail me at
iaafru2@surfside.net
Lisa would know me as George Frey, i worked at Newport Villa retirment
home in Newport Beach.
eMail: iaafru2@surfside.net George Frey
NEW Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2004 15:47:19 -0600
Subject: name of big band from 1941 begins with B....
We are looking for the name of a big band which begins with the letter
B.... (That's what is on the music stands) and the drummer's initials are
BK. There are fourteen people in the band, They are playing at Mission
Beach dance hall in May, 1941, San Diego, CA. The lineup looks like five
saxes, five horns, bass, drums, piano and a conductor. Any other
information would be greatly appreciated. This is for a Smithsonian CD of
WWII big band music.
eMail: burgesr@si.edu Richard Burgess
NEW Date: Tue, 30 Mar 2004 16:24:18 -0600
Subject: re: Cole Porter songs in "Sleuth" movie (1972)
BULLETIN BOARD FORMATION: TIM AYRES WROTE:I've been looking for
information on recordings heard in the 1972 Lawrence Olivier/Michael Caine
movie "Sleuth". Three songs played by Olivier's character in his mansion
on old 78s in the film are Cole Porter's "You Do Something To Me", "Just
One Of Those Things", and "Anything Goes". They appear to be by the same
artist, and are recordings of some vintage - with a male singer. The
opening titles only credit Porter and no artist, and there are no end
credits. Any help in tracking down these recordings would be greatly
appreciated! Please email any info if you can. Thanks.
TIM, if you have any success tracking down these recordings please e-mail
me: your address doesn't work!
eMail: Adam@roblangREMOVE-SPAM.demon.co.uk Vernon Hughes
NEW Date: Mon, 29 Mar 2004 11:24:04 -0600
Subject: Value Of Old Albums
I have some old Big Band albums I am trying to locate a source that can let
me know if these Albums are of any value is there any help you can me in
this search. Thanks
eMail: 34estee@vba.va.gov Eloise Steele
NEW Date: Sat, 27 Mar 2004 13:08:57 -0600
Subject: information
my father is sidney (tiny) rosen need information etc. about him thanks larry
eMail: sweeneypin@aol.com larry sweeney--rosen
NEW Date: Sat, 27 Mar 2004 03:28:44 -0600
Subject: Sarawak Princess
My mother (95) recalls a British bandleader who married a princess from
Sarawak in the 30s or 40s.It may have been Lou Praeger but has anyone got
firm facts?
eMail: mike.levy@ntlworld.com Mike Levy
NEW Date: Fri, 19 Mar 2004 14:23:51 -0600
Subject: ZIGGY ELMAN
I am looking for any info or materials concerning Ziggy Elman for a
biographical piece I am working on. Photos, recollections, newspaper
clippings or Ziggy's own scrapbooks, instruments, etc. I would love to
hear from anyone who knew or worked with Ziggy or has material about him.
Contact me via e-mail--or call. Thanks a million.
David French
Tel: 718-857-3118
eMail: davidfrench@mindspring.com
NEW Date: Fri, 19 Mar 2004 07:46:19 -0600
Subject: Ella Fitzgerald Sentimental Journey
In (1944?) Ella Fitzgerald recorded 'Sentimental Journey' with Eddie
Heywood and his Orchestra. Did this recording pre-date Doris Day's/Les
Brown's million seller of 1945 and is there any other information about
it? I found it on a 1999 British compilation CD of Ella's.
eMail: gerald@janetwhite.com Gerald White
NEW Date: Wed, 17 Mar 2004 13:16:11 -0600
Subject: Bandleader Curley McBride
My Dad supposedly sang with a "big band" or dance band whose leader was
Curley McBride. This would have been between 1925 and 1930 in the Los
Angeles area. The only venue he ever mentioned playing was The Crystal
Ballroom. Does anyone know if such a band existed or have any information
about it or source where I could find out more?
eMail: jpjrmj@olp.net Jerry James
NEW Date: Mon, 15 Mar 2004 20:56:13 -0600
Subject: jimmy burnett big band
I am looking for any photos, recordings or any other information about the
Jimmy Burnett Orch. My father was a sax player for them in the early
forties. I would just like to know if there are any pictures of the and or
recordings. Any information or mementoes would be appriciated. My other
e-mail is glenroselle@asme.org
eMail: glenroselle@comcast.net Glen Roselle
NEW Date: Sun, 14 Mar 2004 16:37:45 -0600
Subject: video
Looking for address to obtain pbs video "Tex Beneke and his Orchestra with Music in the Miller Mood." (1996)
eMail: cathyfacciani@hotmail.com Catherine Facciani
NEW Date: Fri, 12 Mar 2004 21:53:14 -0600
Subject: Arranger Walt Stuart
Walt Stuart, arranger, can be reached at407/370-6541
eMail: johnbarbe@bellsouth.net John Barbe
NEW Date: Mon, 8 Mar 2004 23:39:25 -0600
Subject: Dan Delfiorentino
Who is Dan Delfiorentino? I worked with Russ Carlyle and Ralph Marterie on
and off during the 50's and 60's and never heard of him. I was wondering
where he gets all his info. Anyone know?
eMail: o2challenged@aol.com Dick Foust
NEW Date: Wed, 3 Mar 2004 17:36:44 -0600
Subject: Big Band Remotes
I'm looking for all kinds of big band remotes, especially by hot bands, such as Lionel Hampton, Jimmy Dorsey. Please email me for further details!
eMail: klausschmidt99@yahoo.de Klaus Schmidt from Germany
NEW Date: Tue, 2 Mar 2004 15:17:57 -0600
Subject: Glenn Miller 45 Collection
I have a Glenn Miller & His Orchestra (Limited NUBERED (H592) Edition) Collection of 45's that I'm trying to check the value on. Any suggestions on where I can check? Email me
eMail: wvsailor@adelphia.net Jim Adams
NEW Date: Mon, 1 Mar 2004 21:31:50 -0600
Subject: vocalist seeking band
Vocalist and guitarist SEARCHING for a metal band with some experience...
experience is not a must but talent is. Our influences include Pantera,
Slayer, Morbid Angel, Cannibal Corpse, Dying Fetus, and many others. We
are also influenced by classic rock and alternative music, but mostly look
to do a death metal/thrash band. speed is not everything but most songs
contain it. Guitars sound like slayer if they were death metal. vocals
sound a lot like suffocation mixed with death. lows sorta remind me of
corpsegrinder (cannibal corpse) and highs are well... quite original...
just because i cant compare them directly to something does not mean that
it isnt brutal. in cleveland OH area. reply with any questions or any
interests. bill
eMail: chefwmod@hotmail.com bill o'donnell
NEW Date: Sun, 29 Feb 2004 22:25:07 -0600
Subject: FEMALE JAZZ VOCALIST LOOKING FOR BIG BAND
Female Jazz Vocalist looking for working band situation In NY/LI area. Styles in the genre of Ella, Sarah, Carmen...etc.
eMail: JazzVcls@aol.com Ellen McKenna
NEW Date: Thu, 26 Feb 2004 07:24:06 -0600
Subject: Kay Kyser Orchestra
Thank you for the thoughtful service you give us. Does anyone have a
complete, or nearly complete, set of 78s of the Kay Kyser Orchestra? I
have some 78s, some on tape from collectors; but the quality of tapes, if
recorded by collectors using older equipment, is lacking. So, how about
it? Can you help. Please respond and we'll try to exchange some
material. Thank you. Lou Dumont
eMail: ldumont@capecodinternet.com Lou Dumont
NEW Date: Wed, 25 Feb 2004 21:07:23 -0600
Subject: Summit label
Jazz Orch. of the Delta BIG BAND REFLECTIONS OF COLE PORTER (Summit)
eMail: georgie29@usa.net Georgie Cooper
NEW Date: Tue, 24 Feb 2004 14:26:01 -0600
Subject: Sheet music - Miller
Hi, I play an alto sax and i`m trying to find some sheet music for Millers in the mood. If you know where i can get hold of a copy please email me. Thanks
eMail: cherisesellers@hotmail.com Cherise Sellers
NEW Date: Tue, 24 Feb 2004 11:05:16 -0600
Subject: sidney tiney rosen trumpet paul whitman
hi would like to know any thing about tiney rpsen solo trumpet for paul
whitmans band recorded star dust i am his son thanks larry
eMail: sweeneypin@aol.com larry sweeney
NEW Date: Mon, 23 Feb 2004 12:34:36 -0600
Subject:: leo hannon and the bellhops
i am looking for any imformation or records of a swing band called leo
hannon and his musical bell hops, my father played trumpet for this band,
he died when i was born so i know very little about them. any imformation
would be greatly appreciated. thank you. phil mcnamara.
eMail: polyworld90@yahoo.com phil mcnamara