Transcription Sessions 1935 Vol.2, The - Glen Gray & The Casa Loma Orchestra (The)

Advantages: For lovers of Jazz music
Disadvantages: May be not interesting to someone who dislike Jazz music.

..." Waller is considered that, even today, the only true jazz organist. If it is true, in fact, that the invention of the Hammond is the 1934 (Waller died less than ten years later, only 39 years) and it is true that the same George Gershwin it was one of the most famous fans, the legend wants Fats Waller has always used only the pipe organ. Testifies that sound so unique that we find in Beale Street Blues where there is also the voice of extraordinary Alberta Hunter. But Fats Waller, really able Showmen, is also known for being one of the best pianists of "Stride Jazz" (the sound of Harlem) and, in fact, all the songs in this collection, although the structure typical of the "song form" represent an important moment in the history of jazz. A time when you can see a style of New Orleans and an approach to swing. All this without forgetting... Read review

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Advantages: It's got the original; it's a bit of group history
Disadvantages: Whose biggest hits?

...The opening song "Bittersweet Symphony" from the album "Urban Hymns" by The Verve was one of the most haunting sounds of 1997. It dominated the charts and airwaves that year and has continued to be used as background music in television programmes and advertisements, including those for Nike and Vauxhall. It is one of those tunes that you will surely have heard even if you cannot place its origin. The song became a bittersweet experience for its author Richard Ashcroft. The refrain he used was taken from, at that time, a little known arrangement of a Rolling Stones song (NOT the original) which had appeared on an album long since deleted from the catalogue. When it was first released in June 1966, "The Songbook" was the fourth in a series of albums recorded by the Andrew Oldham Orchestra. It was subtitled "Instrumental versions... Read review

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Advantages: great big band music
Disadvantages: none

...Vay is my father, however, if you love Big Band music or love the Glenn Miller Orchestra then this is a must night out. If you are into Glenn Miller fully, then they also have open air concerts, where many come dressed up in WW2 clothing and dance to the music all day long. Ray McVay also tells the audience about Glenn Miller, the music and how the songs originated, therefore making these concerts great for those who have an interest in music, those who just want to learn or those who just love the music. I do find however these concerts are not very good for the very young children as they can get bored, however, my children love to watch the band and have done since they were 6 years old.... Read review

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