Hi.
I like Benny Carter's album "Further Definitions" and more earlier recording done under the name of "Chocholate Dandies" as well.
I would like to look into his work more, but there are too many CDs on the market. So I am wondering if you guys have any suggestions for CDs good for swing dancing, or good CD sets on his work.
Thanks!
Tom @ UVa
Good Benny Carter CD sets?
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I just picked up the Proper box a couple of weeks ago. I've listened to the whole set once. I recall thinking there were a few tracks I'd DJ and lots that I liked listening to. The liner notes, as usual for the Proper sets are great.
I actually enjoyed a lot of stuff off the 4th CD ('46-'52) in the set. It starts off with a nice version of Moonglow, a little peppier tempo than typical for that piece, riding on an solid can't miss it 4/4 rhythm that would make me want to swing-out while dancing rather than just fox-trot/swing-walk.
There are a tonne of tracks on the set with some great solos from Ben Webster. Lots of his work in Europe, some pretty good, some mediocre.
I actually enjoyed a lot of stuff off the 4th CD ('46-'52) in the set. It starts off with a nice version of Moonglow, a little peppier tempo than typical for that piece, riding on an solid can't miss it 4/4 rhythm that would make me want to swing-out while dancing rather than just fox-trot/swing-walk.
There are a tonne of tracks on the set with some great solos from Ben Webster. Lots of his work in Europe, some pretty good, some mediocre.