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Paul Whiteman 1920's/early 30's Fans Will Love This One!

Edward J Vasicek | Kokomo, IN USA | 02/28/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The SFSO's CD's are always top quality in every way. They authentically recreate the sound of the 16 member (or so) bands of the latter 20's and early 30's. Their selections reflect the "sweet jazz" with "hot jazz" interludes in virtually every number.If you are a fan of Paul Whiteman, early Duke Ellington, McKinney's Cotton Pickers, you'll enjoy this one.Ed Rosenback's "Bing-like" laid back vocals, plus the vocals of Bob Schultz and Janine Marie complement the orchestration. The numbers were arranged to allow plenty of room for improvised solo interludes, showing off Bob Schultz's hot cornet--but really all the instruments seem to have a turn at bat and none strike out!Songs include: Shaking the Blues Away, Your Getting to Be A Habit with Me, You Took Advantage of Me, The Varsity Drag, and When You're Counting the Stars Alone.Definitely one of my personal top 10."

Happy music at its best

Harry Browne | Nashville, TN | 07/30/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The 1920s music is the most positive, elevating popular music of the past 100 years. And the San Francisco Starlight Orchestra reproduces it perfectly. It's a terrific band, and if you don't like this CD -- well, you must be a grouch."