Three Albums from Harry Allen
Scott Yanow
June 27, 2022
Ever since he began recording as a leader in 1988, tenor-saxophonist Harry Allen has been both prolific and very consistent. His high-quality tenor playing, while
Fletcher Henderson • Vol. 2 (1926-1936): The Alternative Takes In Chronological Order
Scott Yanow
June 27, 2022
When it comes to big bands of the 1924-34 period, Fletcher Henderson’s was difficult to beat, particularly if one does not include Duke Ellington. Henderson
Hal McIntyre • Sentimental Journey: The Singles Collection 1942-48
Scott Yanow
June 27, 2022
A fine alto-saxophonist and arranger who was a member of the Glenn Miller Orchestra during 1937-41, Hal McIntyre (1914-59) started his own big band in
Linda Keene • The Dixie Songbird’s Complete Recordings
Scott Yanow
June 27, 2022
During 1938-45, Linda Keene (1911-81) sang with Glenn Miller, the Bobby Hackett Orchestra, Jack Teagarden’s big band, Red Norvo, Muggsy Spanier, Lennie Hayton, Charlie Barnet,