Artist: Fletcher Henderson
Genre: Jazz
Fletcher Henderson was an African American jazz pianist, arranger, and bandleader born in Georgia in 1897, becoming one of jazz history's most important figures through arrangements and big band jazz development role. Henderson led important 1920s-30s orchestras featuring jazz legends. His band was among first successfully translating New Orleans jazz to big band format. His arrangements established swing band orchestration templates. His greatest popular success came through arrangements for Benny Goodman launching swing era. Henderson's contribution to jazz arranging is immeasurable, making him foundational figure.
Fletcher Henderson vinyl records (11)
FLETCHER HENDERSON The Fletcher Henderson All-Stars Under The Direction Of Rex Stewart 1957 (1977 French 9-track LP starring the greats Coleman Hawkins Rex Stewart & Ben Webster front laminated picture sleeve. The sleeve shows minimal wear &the vinyl is near as new 30JA5210) Track Listing: A1 Honeysuckle Rose 7:32 A2 Round About Midnight 4:28 A3 Sugarfoot Stomp 4:16 A4 The Way She Walks 4:18 A5 Casey Stew 4:50 B1 Three Thieves 4:35 B2 Wrappin It Up 6:42 B3 A Hundred Years From Today 4:15 B4 King Porter Stomp 7:10
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