Shaking The Blues Away by Paul Whiteman and his Orch.

[boojum2222]

This recording stands at the top of my favorites from this great era of American music. Irving Berlin's melody and the Whiteman orchestra deserve much of the credit. But the chief kudo goes to Ferde Grofe's orchestration, his choice of instruments featuring banjo and baritone sax. Including the vocal, good as it is, would have lessened the recording's terrific impact. effjay

[78timothy]

Next to the Selvin on Columbia w/Baur as the vocal this is the Next best I think. Grofe really gave Mike "Pinky" PIngatore a great bit giving him the whole verse for his Banjo lick - Pingatore was with Whiteman from 1919-1949 when he finally retired as an active bandleader.

[mmwiz]

Thanks so much for posting these!

[idasynco]

So many embellishments tastefully done..lots of pep! I love Whiteman's orchestra. Thx for sharing, really, you went to alot of preparation! *****

[kspm01]

Wonderful richness in orchestral colors and nuances!

[orionhhy]

good songs with a special rhythms

the more you hear it the more you love it

thnaks for sharing