By Giovanni Russonello “Big band music” isn’t everybody’s first ... The intro to “Manteca” is among the very best examples of this. It’s the brainchild of the Cuban conguero Chano ...

Based on the Miller example, it's entirely plausible ... not be appearing as advertised on a cruise ship devoted to big-band music - and that the "Glenn Miller Orchestra, Ted Beneke Conducting ...

Whether you’re a longtime fan of big band music or just love hearing inventive, cutting-edge arrangements, Classic/Remix promises a night of thrilling contrasts and musical brilliance.

Big Band music is alive and well as evidenced on Beautiful love , the debut CD of pianist/composer/arranger Jerry Ascione. Building from the tradition of the big band era defined by Count Basie, Stan ...

This is a great weekend for RVA big band music. On Friday night, local legend Doug Richards leads Laura Ann Singh and his ensemble in a Virginia Commonwealth University performance including his ...

But there’s a kinship too to classical music … a symphony and a big band orchestra are related in a way and the people that like the one frequently like the other. “For example, if you take ...

The big band sound is usually catchy and upbeat with lyrics that say leave your worries on the doorstep. Maybe that's why the music is still being played today. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY ...

In the exclusive Slate Plus segment, Darcy explains how he decides how to assign solos in his big band music. Send your questions about creativity and any other feedback to [email protected] or ...

FOND DU LAC — From the sounds of big-band music to a book sale, you're sure to find some entertainment in the coming week. The Lighthouse Big Band will play March 26 while the AAUW book sale ...

Based on the Miller example, it’s entirely plausible ... not be appearing as advertised on a cruise ship devoted to big-band music — and that the “Glenn Miller Orchestra, Ted Beneke ...