Goodman, Benny
The "King of Swing" himself, clarinetist Benny Goodman was one of the most prominent figures in big band jazz for over 50 years. Born to an impoverished family of Russian Jewish immigrants in the slums of Chicago in 1909, he began taking clarinet lessons at age 10. The young Goodman displayed a stunning affinity for the instrument, making his professional debut a mere two years later. Dropping out of high school a few years later, Goodman became a full time professional as a member of the renowned Ben Pollack Orchestra.
Having moved to New York by the end of the 1920s, Goodman found himself in demand as a studio session musician for some of the top recording bands of the day. It was around this time that he met producer John Hammond, who became his biggest supporter. With Hammond's backing and connections, Goodman put together his own band, becoming a star through his appearances on the popular radio show "Let's Dance" in 1935.
Goodman's career almost ended as abruptly as it began, as a highly unsuccessful 1935 tour left him and his band nearly broke and disillusioned. A concert at the Palomar Ballroom in Los Angeles was nearly the final nail in the coffin until Goodman, until then focusing on sweet music, launched into a performance of "King Porter Stomp" that caused the crowd to erupt in enthusiasm. His fame would eventually peak 3 years later following a wildly successful concert at Carnegie Hall, the first jazz performance at the famed venue.
Although Goodman's popularity would begin to slowly wane in the 1940s, he continued to tour and perform all the way until his passing in 1986. In addition to his integral influence on the music of the Swing Era, Goodman was a pioneer in the world of civil rights; his bands were fully integrated, giving star billing to such greats as pianist Teddy Wilson, vibraphonist Lionel Hampton, and guitarist Charlie Christian.
BENNY GOODMAN EIGHT ARRANGEMENT SET
Recorded by Benny Goodman
Eight Jazz Big Band Arrangements
Jazz Lines Publications, Lush Life Music, Hal Leonard, and Alfred Publishing
BG-1001
$445.00
Recorded by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Jazz Lines Publications
JLP-8206
$65.00
Recorded by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Jazz Lines Publications
JLP-8206DL
$65.00
Recorded by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Lush Life Music
LL-1180
$65.00
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Jazz Vocal Series
Jazz Big Band Arrangement With Vocal
Alfred Publishing
AL-JEV9702
$54.00
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As Performed by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement with Vocal
Lush Life Music
LL-2004
$65.00
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As Performed by Benny Goodman with Martha Tilton
Jazz Big Band Arrangement with Vocal
Lush Life Music
LL-2007
$65.00
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As Performed by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Lush Life Music
LL-1007
$65.00
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As Performed by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Lush Life Music
LL-1201
$65.00
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As Performed by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Lush Life Music
LL-1194
$65.00
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Recorded by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Alfred Publishing
AL-JEM02039
$60.00
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Recorded by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Jazz Lines Publications
JLP-8792DL
$65.00
Recorded by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Jazz Lines Publications
JLP-8338DL
$65.00
As Performed by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Lush Life Music
LL-1154
$65.00
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Recorded by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Lush Life Music
LL-1141
$65.00
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Recorded by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Jazz Lines Publications
JLP-7801
$65.00
Recorded by Benny Goodman
Jazz Big Band Arrangement
Jazz Lines Publications
JLP-7801DL
$65.00