Benjamin David Goodman was born ... There, Benny learned the clarinet under the tutelage of Chicago Symphony member Franz Schoepp, while two of his brothers learned tuba and trumpet. He also played in ...
This 14-piece group plays popular big band music of the 30s, and 40s, from bands led by Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Benny Goodman, and many others. Dancing is encouraged.
Swingtime plays the recordings of Benny Goodman and his orchestra Tuesday, March 18, at 1 p.m. in the Fountain Hills ...
Big-band music became popular following the Great Depression, influencing music into the 1940s. The era was led by musicians such as Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw and Chick Webb ...
The young Benny Goodman is taught clarinet by a Chicago ... Benny begins by joining the Ben Pollack traveling band.
Known for its mix of Big Band Swing teamed with outstanding vocals, the Orchestra’s repertoire ranges from the classics of Glenn Miller through Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey and Benny Goodman to the ...