For young people to be able to hear this music by Benny is a fortunate set of circumstances; in this way they might have an inclination to practice and continue his legacy.
This is a from a live special, "Allen In Movieland" (which featured Steve Allen and Benny Goodman, "behind the scenes", during the filming of "The Benny Goodman Story", which was released later that year).
This is a very good example of the jazz that this group played - I saw Gene playing live several times the last 5 years of his life, and it brings back lots of memories. He was a major influence in my early drumming... the way he kept everything together in the band was incredible
1964Mbrooks - Thanks for posting this unique clip!
For young people to be able to hear this music by Benny is a fortunate set of circumstances; in this way they might have an inclination to practice and continue his legacy.
Roger Plafkin--Plafkin Farms, Ada, Michigan
plafkinfarms 2 weeks ago
This is a from a live special, "Allen In Movieland" (which featured Steve Allen and Benny Goodman, "behind the scenes", during the filming of "The Benny Goodman Story", which was released later that year).
fromthesidelines 1 month ago
simply outstanding
clarinettistwalt 2 months ago
I was 9 years old when Gene died and I'm from Germany. I envy you for having him seen live. It's so great to watch these clips. Wonderful.
krupafan 6 months ago
Just 1991 views!
helluvagun 7 months ago
Estupendo, gracias por compartirlo.
sirjuandabicho 9 months ago
This is a very good example of the jazz that this group played - I saw Gene playing live several times the last 5 years of his life, and it brings back lots of memories. He was a major influence in my early drumming... the way he kept everything together in the band was incredible
1964Mbrooks - Thanks for posting this unique clip!
JOHNSAG1 1 year ago
The King of Swing
benny0607 1 year ago 2
@benny0607 agree 100%
clarinettistwalt 2 months ago
Great!
4205lr 1 year ago