Format Details:
Release Date: 23 September 2002
Label: Jasmine Records
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 604988259421
Genres: Jazz Swing Jazz
Description
This compilation illustrates the different facets of a popular dance orchestra led by a personable, well-liked and competent musician who seems to have been "happy with his lot" The selection kicks off with the album's title track, "Chester's Choice". This fast moving opus, with a hint of "Hawaiian War Chant" and written by arranger Ben Homer, is not typical of the Chester style but it makes a great opener. The instrumental that follows, "Flinging A Wing Ding", has an easier pace and is more like the riff tunes favoured by the band.Several vocalists contribute to the proceedings, starting with Betty Bradley who sings sweetly on "Yes, My Darling Daughter" - there's that link to Miller again as Glenn had some success with this catchy number. Betty has two other songs later in the disc, while Bill Darnell makes a single appearance with another Forties 'Pop', "Dolores", in a nice arrangement. Dolores O'Neill also has four solo features and is at her best on the delicate and charming slow version of "Deep River"; although brief, her vocal is full of sincerity and emotion. Her further ballad work on "Take Care" is notable too, and she shows her versatility on the swinging "Clap Your Hands On The After Beat". Trumpeter Al Stuart joins her to sing "Pushin' The Conversation Along", a typical boy/girl novelty ditty of the time.
Tracklisting
Various Artists
Various Artists
Miki & Griff
Marty Robbins
Henry Rag Time Texas Thomas
Gene Allison
Edmundo Ros
Freddy Cole
Django Reinhardt & Stephane Grappelli
Django Reinhardt & Stephane Grappelli
Johnny Griffin Quartet
Hilde Louise Asbjornsen & Kaba Orchestra
The Tailspins
Harold McNair
Various Artists
Taj Mahal
