Everyone plays “In the Mood” and “Take the A Train” and “Sing Sing Sing.” But there’s a LOT of great music that was at the top of the Hit Parade back in the day, that you don’t hear today. Featuring Post WWII music from the great big bands: Basie, Kenton, Ellington, Herman, Goodman, Dorsey, Buddy Rich, and more.
Deborah Stafford – Vocals
Doug Rasmussen – Tenor 1
Patty Shaw – Alto 1
John Kotches – Tenor 2
Tyler Henderson – Alto 2
Tom Henderson – Baritone sax
Cameron Gelak – Trombone 1
Jim Griffis – Trombone 2
Tom Soto – Trombone 3
Dave Ernst – Bass Trombone
Richard Mason – Trumpet 1
Doug Barta – Trumpet 2
Matt Miller – Guitar
Jimmy West – Piano
Chris Norton – Bass
Orvel Ray Wilson – Drums
This show is part of ‘Major Mondays’ the large ensemble series. See four Major Mondays shows, get a stamp at each one, and the fifth one is on us. Get your stamp card from the host at Dazzle.
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Flatirons Jazz Orchestra — Big Band Hits You Never Hear
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