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NEW Date: Sat, 9 Jan 1999 20:04:10 -0800 (PST)
From: D E
Subject: Song Books
Dear Mr Pfeffer,
I came across your web site on Big Bands. I need your assistance. My
mother (now 73) has been wanting a song book of songs her mother use
to sing to her when she was a little girl. She is looking for the
lyric to "Melancholy Me", (Ernest M Burnett 1911), "Beautiful Brown
Eyes" and "Baby Your Mother", by Burke, Donnelly, and Morse. It would give her
great pleasure
to sing theses and other songs from that era to her grandchildren. I am
trying urgently to find such a book by her Birthday Jan 19. You assistance
would be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely, Debbie Eckleberry
email: berry115@yahoo.com
NEW Date : Tue, 5 Jan 1999 20:00:23 -0500
Subject: WHAT HAPPENED TO: Vocalist:
Seeking information as to what became of Cincinnati, Ohio native: Jazz/Big
Band/Pop singer Betty Ann Blake, aka Betty Blake; born approx. April,1937
or '38 as Elizabeth Ann Baldrige (or Baldrich); Cincinnati resident/native
mid 1950s. Vocalist with the bands of Buddy Morrow (1957) and Ernie Rudy
(1955-56). Last known as recording artist for Bethlehem records (album:
BETTY BLAKE SINGS IN A TENDER MOOD, 1961) Nothing known after that. Any
information much appreciated! E-mail response preferred. Thanks
email: jackson32@mindspring.com
NEW Date: Mon, 4 Jan 1999 11:19:18 -0800 (PST)
From: Jeff Dinkins
Hi Murray -- love your web site! I'm wondering if you can help us out.
Some friends and I have started a campaign to get Time/Life to re-issue
their "Swing Era" box sets on CD, and am wondering if you'd be willing to
add a link off to the petition web site :
http://www.e46.com/SwingEra
email: jeff@ix.svwh.net, Jeff Dinkins
From: "David Wills"
Subject: EMPLOYMENT (GIGS)
NEW Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 23:30:46 -0500
My name is David Wills, and I am a Jazz Flautist of 28 years experience.
I live in central east coast. Florida. I am looking for night club work in
the central east coast area of Florida. I will travel if you are
interested. Please contact me for more info. E-mail me at
Flutemusic@worldnet.att.net
email: FLUTEMUSIC@worldnet.att.net
(Sender sent both above different email addresses.)
What I am really looking for is a comprehensive list of Big Band/ Swing
Bands in the Denver area to get hooked up with on either Soprano, Alto or
Preferable Tenor Saxophone. I do have some leads and there is a great swing
page, but it is tough finding the right information sometimes. Thanks,
email: Burnside.Paul.J@tci.com,
Paul Burnside
NEW Date: Thu, 03 Dec 1998 14:55:36 +0100
From: Bill
Subject : New Big Band Compositions
I have recently composed a big band ballet for the Cleveland/San Jose
Ballet consisting of 8 movements. It has been recorded and performed
recently (Oct. 18-22) here in Cleveland and will be performed again in
Florida in January and at San Jose in April. I am looking to either hook
up with a publisher or sell charts directly to anyone interested in
performing. The difficulty level is between 4 and 5. I don't have demos
on line yet, but the music is very hooky and parallels traditional big
band styles. A CD is available on request.
I am new to this area and would appreciate any advice.
Thank you.
gwmp@earthlink.net, Bill Duncan
NEW Date: Fri, 11 Dec 1998 19:33:50 EST
Subject: Fan Club
Hello,
I have about 20 or so newspaper clippings of Rudy Vallee and his family
in a small album that's over 30 years old. Do you know of any fan clubs
of Rudy Vallee that would be interested in this album?
Thanks, Richard
email: RLDESJAR@aol.com
Bo Lewis, DJ at Station WNAV AM1430 Annapolis, MD, is now 'Netcasting' a
Big Bands show every Sunday night 9-12PM EST. Requires Real Audio.
NEW Date: Mon, 07 Dec 1998 23:41:18 +1100
Subject: "Barney Google (with the goo goo googly eyes)"
Please can you help me get the words to the above song? Thank you, Ian
Hawkins.
email: ihawkins@matra.com.au, Ian
Hawkins
NEW Date : Sun, 22 Nov 1998 17:28:33 -0500
My name is Roxanne and I play in and manage the band Snapperhead...We play
zydeco, z-funk, Cajun, swamp-pop, and delt blues. We lost our accordion
player in August and have lost many gigs. Any help regarding this matter
would be awesome. We are central NJ based. What do you think, any ideas
on how to get the word out. There has got to be someone out there ready to
play. Roxanne
email: llcr51b@prodigy.com, Roxanne
email: CALYDECO@prodigy.net, Ted Klett
NEW Date: Tue, 17 Nov 1998 15:52:17 -0800
From: JFLATO
Subject: Posting to Bulletin Board
I'm an experienced big band reed player, recently moved to the San Francisco Bay
area and looking for a band to play in. -- pls reply to :
email: jud_flato@bio-rad.com
NEW Date: Sun, 15 Nov 1998 22:31:19 EST
Subject: All girl vocal pop group -SIRENS of the SKY-
Can you imangine how much publicity you would get if you managed the next
number one all girl group in the U.S? (Riverside, CA area) These four beautiful
13-14 year olds
can see it already. They are 4 vocally blessed hot brunettes who are
determined to make it to the top! They are unlike any other band on the pop
charts today. They have some genuine talent and it shows! All they need is
an agent to get them as far as they want to go with the same amount of
integrity as themselves. They can see through all of those so called
"bands", just as I am sure you can. If you have an eye for talent, and are
looking for some, you have certainly lucked out. Give us a call or E-mail
us.
Tel: (909)792-4770 Ask for Crystal
eMail: Stars4c@aol.com
NEW Date: Thu, 12 Nov 1998 17:59:17
Subject: Re: three bands
From: Tina Isgro
1. Ray Beauduc. I would like to know more about the five piece band that
was formed in 1945. My father was with this band, Tino Isgro, and played
saxophone. I have a picture of the band and am trying to identify the
other musicians.
2. Any information on the Nappy Lamare Dixieland Band which played on a
weekly TV show, the Dixie Showboat. My Dad played in this band.
3. Does anyone have any information on the Rochester Sunset Sycopaters?
This was a group playing around the 1930s and the first band my father
played in.
email: SantinaThm@aol.com, Tina Isgro
NEW Date : Sun, 1 Nov 1998 09:00:21 -0600
From: "Lisa Cohen"
We are Looking for any biographical info on Johnny Desmond. Please email
us with anything you might know. We would also like to know how to go
about obtaining tapes, cds, records, pictures, whatever about him.
Thank you
email: logold@kdsi.net
NEW Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 17:18:40 EDT
Subject: Big Band Dance Party NETCAST
"Greetings Hepcats & Swing Kittens,
The Big Band Dance Party now has its own web page full of information on the
big band music we all know and love, as well as information about our show.
We also have an audio link so you can listen to the next "live" netcast on
Sunday, October 4 from 9 pm to 12 midnight (Eastern Time). The Big Band Dance
Party site address is
http://members.xoom.com/BoLewis.
Please pass info to all interested parties and post on bulletin boards,
discussion groups, clubs,
etc. The more who party the better! HITS-HITS-HITS!
See ya' then, Bo."
email: bolewis@hotmail.com, or
bigbanddanceparty@yahoo.com
NEW Date : Tue, 27 Oct 1998 18:52:34 -0500
From: "Arende Streutker"
Subject: Notice to all Canadian Concert-Style Bands
Goderich is a town located on the shore of lake Huron, Ontario's West
Coast. The town has been labeled the "Prettiest Town In Canada"
The Goderich Laketown Band is looking for an exchange with an other
community band somewhere in Canada during the year 2000. If your band is
interested, please Contact Arend Streutker :
Telephone 1-519-522-0442
Fax: 1-519-522-0942
E-mail: streut@tcc.on.ca
NEW Date : Sun, 18 Oct 1998 22:18:57 -0700
PLEASE POST ON BULLETIN BOARD-
I am researching a biography on the Nicholas Brothers dance team, who worked
with many different bands through the years in U.S. and in Europe. I am
seeking anyone who worked with them, has remembrances or anecdotes, or old
programs, etc. that I could get information from. Pls contact me by
e-mail: ppedrolo@tcsn.net, Paula
Pedrolo.
New Date : Wed, 14 Oct 1998 14:49:30 -0700
Subject: Singer Available
Sinatra-style singer, 32, in the San Francisco Bay Area, is looking for
a band to perform with. Please get in touch with me if interested.
Tel: (408) 929-4204, Dean Whiteside
e-mail: dean_whiteside@hotmail.com
(Editor's note: People with "hotlink" capability may find the above email
address confusing.
It is dean_whiteside@hotmail.com)
NEW Date : Mon, 12 Oct 1998 16:37:17 -0700
Subject: Charts needed in Orlando
Brad Kline here; I'm starting an 8 piece combo in Orlando to get in on
the growing retro-swing scene that is booming here in Florida. I'm
looking for arrangements for 4 piece rhythm and 1 trumpet 2 saxes 1 bone, or
anything close to this. Must be crowd-pleasing very danceable tunes. I
am specifically looking for any tunes recorded by Bobby Darrin or
anything by the Blues Brothers; also, any of the current stuff by the
new top 40 swingers like Brian Setzer Orchestra or Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
etc... Any help is very much appreciated. TANX!!!
email: brad@insidewallstreet.com,
Brad Kline
Subject : Sell Old Sheet Music
NEW Date : Thu, 8 Oct 1998 19:55:05 -0400
Dear Sir: I am interested in selling old sheet music, probably going back to
the
1940s. Please contact me if you are interested. Thank you
email: RJLANL@prodigy.net, Ruth Leblanc
NEW Date: Sat. 10 Oct 1998
From: Mark McGrath
Subject: Information on Johnny Long Wanted
I am presently researching a biography of Johnny Long, Les Brown, Kay
Kayser and Hal Kemp. I would like to hear from people who played with
these folks, or who have any interesting information, anecdotes, etc.
regarding these gentlemen. Right now, I am finalizing an article on
Johnny Long and that is probably a more pressing matter. I am also
working on a longer term project that will consist of oral histories and
interviews with people who played in or sang with bands in the 30s or
40s. I would love to hear from you. Thanks
e-mail: Mark_McGrath@shmm.com, Mark
McGrath
NEW Date : Sat, 26 Sep 1998 00:11:15 EDT
Subject: Abe Lyman Orch.
Can you tell me if you have any information on Abe Lyman or if you do not can
you tell me who might have some information? My Grandfather worked with Mr.
Lyman (he played the violin) for many years and any information would be
deeply appreciated.
email: L7237@aol.com, Linda Gurin
NEW Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 23:57:21 EDT
Subject: Big Band singer
Could you direct me to a site where I might find data on a night club singer.
My great aunt sang, late 30's early 40's, under the name Bobbie / Bobby
Turner. She made several recordings which were played on the radio in the New
Jersey area. I would very much like to make contact with someone who knew her
or might know of her or perhaps by some miracle even find one of her records.
Thank you
mesnewell@aol.com, Millie Newell
NEW Date: Wed, 16 Sep 1998 17:28:20 EDT
Subject: 1942 Song by Lew Brown
Can you please tell me where to find the lyrics to the song " I came here to
talk for Joe" (1942) by Lew Brown.
email: MiMiPrev@aol.com
NEW Date: 15 Sept. 1998
Subject: Teddy Stauffer and the Original Teddies Orch.
I am seeking information on the Teddy Stauffer band, - any information.
Recordings, appearances, memorabilia, and such. If you have any
information, anything, about them please contact me. Many thanks.
email: RAJG#gmx.de, Joachim
NEW Date : Sat, 12 Sep 1998 00:33:55 EDT
Subject: Walt Stuart Big Band Arranger
I am looking for Arrangements by Walt Stuart. He is/was living somewhere
in FLA. Do you know how I could obtain some of his charts.
Thanks Louis
email: LGrossimon@aol.com
NEW Date: Sun, 6 Sep 1998 19:30:05 -0300
Subject: Big Band arrangents to buy/trade/exchange
I am looking for to buy the following arrangement:
"Goodbye" (Jenkins) as recorded by Benny Goodman
If anybody has this one, please, contact me:
Marcelo R.da Silva
ORQUESTRA ENGELETRO LTDA.
Al. Conde dos Arcos, 290 Conde
34000-000 Nova Lima MG, BRAZIL
Tel 55 31 581-1025; Fax 55 31 288-1099/1340
eMail: engeletr@gold.com.br
NEW Date: Sat, 05 Sep 1998 12:46:18 -0700
From: "James C. Gajniak"
Subject: Female Vocalist in need of vocal charts for big bands.
Dorothy Loyd, Vocalist wishes to buy vocal charts (big band) for:
"Unchained Melody".............................Eb
"They Say that Falling in Love is Wonderful"...Eb
"I Only Have Eyes for You".....................G
"Love Letters".................................Eb
"Teach Me Tonight".............................Bb.
email: jgajniak@ix.netcom.com
NEW Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 15:09:03 -0400
Subject: Arrangement
I'm looking for an Ellington arrangement called Smada... Can you help???
email: Click on
NEW Date: Fri, 21 Aug 1998 14:49:54 -0400
Subject: HELP!!! Space Songs (1959) by Hy Zaret
Hello:
I don't know if anyone at this web site can help me. I am searching for an
album of science songs I listened to in my childhood (1960s). It was great!
Very educational and I still hum tunes from it, and sing some lyrics. I
have not heard the music in 25 years and I have been searching for it for
several months now. Would like my niece and nephew to hear it. I FINALLY
found the pertinent production information.
The album was produced by MOTIVATION RECORDS/ARGOSY MUSIC CORPORATION
It was part of a series of albums: BALLADS FOR THE AGE OF SCIENCE by HY
ZARET and LOU SINGER
The album was SPACE SONGS (1959)
Sung by TOM GLAZER and DOTTIE EVANS
If you have any information about how I might obtain a copy of this
40-year-old album, I would appreciate hearing from you.
Sincerely.
eMail: dsanders@epb.com
David Sanders
21-14 Crescent Street (D5)
Astoria, NY 11105
(718) 204-8566
(212) 916-7612
NEW DATE: Aug. 10, 1998 02:00 Monday.
From: John Pickworth. Australia(Sydney)
I have over 700 charts avilable for sale or trade.
Please contact me for further information
Email: jpbigband@wr.com.au
NEW Date : Thu, 06 Aug 1998 17:57:58 -0700
From: ian kay
Subject: re:combocharts
I am looking for combo charts to buy that will fit the current swing
band craze ala "Cherry Poppin Daddies" or the "Sqirrel Nut Zippers".
email: ikay@dycon.com
From: T. Martin
NEW Date : Sat, 8 Aug 1998 23:42:56 EDT
Subject: Charts -Glen Gray & Casa Loma Orchestra
Looking for big band charts performed by Casa Loma Orchestra, 1932-1950.
Contact : Laxmeister@aol.com
NEW Date : Wed, 5 Aug 1998 04:04:49 -0400
Subject : Horns wanted for new Swing band
looking 4 horns for swing oriented band in Daytona Beach, Florida area.
contact dustin at tcmama@prodigy.net
eMail: TCMAMA@prodigy.net
NEW Date : Sun, 26 Jul 1998 19:18:51 -0700
Subject : Boy Meets Horn
From : Arden D. Moser
Looking for chart on Goodman arrangement of "Boy Meets Horn", the
half-valve trumpet specialty number.
email: vidpro@ibm.net
From : Pablo Munoz B.
NEW Date : Sun, 19 Jul 1998 02:56:14 -0400
I am interested in getting information about availability and price for
the model of Hofner's bass guitar that Paul McCartney originally played.
Please send me a mail to:
Pablo Munoz B.
eMail: 5193@entelchile.net
NEW Date : Teus, 21 Jul 1998 02:20 EDT
Subject : Jimmy Madrid (Trumpet)
Do you know, by any chance, of anyone who would have live recordings of the
late great John Madrid, one of the greatest lead trumpet players ever? I
would love to find some, and maybe you would know how to put out the word to
some fans out there who may have made tapes of John before he passed away a
few years ago. He is on many recordings, but on most of them he was the
second trumpet, with occasionally a high note solo, and that's it. Can you help?
Please contact me:
Name : Barry Nitikman
eMail: docc86@impulse.net
NEW Date : Sat, 18 Jul 1998 16:39:53 EDT
Subject : Singin' and Swingin'
Re: I am a professional singer looking for a resource for auditions. Is there
a magazine that would have such a listing? I'm in the Dallas (TX) area.
Female --Very wide range-- I can sing from Lyric Soprano to (most of) Baritone.
I usually sing Contralto. My voice has been compared to that of Joan
Sutherland, Cecelia Bartoli, Ella Fitzgerald and Yma Sumac. Very rich and
expressive.
Besides several musicals, I've sung with the Dallas Opera for several years.
Also, I've done a lot of film -- and, believe it or not, stand-up comedy.
Spee is my name. (Nickname)
email: speestuck@aol.com
NEW Date : Tue, 23 Jun 1998 12:50:56 -0700
From : Antonia Richmond
Subject : Link to V/Search web site?
I just came from visiting your amazing site (Big Bands Database) and was
wondering if you would be interested in putting a link to our web site on
yours. I work at V/Search (formerly Re/Search) Publications in San
Francisco, and we just published a book called "Swing! The New Retro
Renaissance," a virtual encyclopedia of all things swing. It has over 30
interviews with prominent musicians and dancers in the movement (like Royal
Crown Revue, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Frankie Manning, etc) and is packed with
photos, helpful lists, and resources.
V/Search Publications; 20 Romolo Suite B; San Francisco, CA 94133
Tel: 415-362-1465, Fax: 415-362-0742
email: research@sirius.com, ReSearch Publications
Web Site:http://www.vsearchmedia.com
NEW Date : Sat, 18 Jul 1998 17:20:06 EDT
Subject : Big band charts
My name is Jimmy Maxwell & I run a big band in New Orleans. Would be
interested in swapping/selling arrs from my collection. Am partiuclarly
interested in vocal arr. (male or female). Also, any web pages, data bases,
newsgroups or online info you can offer would be a Big help.
My phone is (504) 391-9810....should you or anyone you know want to
discuss charts.
eMail: Jmaxnola@aol.com, Jimmy Maxwell
Subject : Sign of the Swinging Cymbal
NEW Date : Sat, 18 Jul 1998 22:09:35 +0100
Hi I caught your Big Band pages and thought you might like to know more
about Brian Fahey U.K. who you may know wrote the Sign of the Swinging
Cymbal - not a high point of his career as a Big Band composer / arranger,
but world famous nevertheless.
Over the last four years he has written a collection of new original
compositions for Big Band in an easy to read easy to play style. It has been
acclaimed by those in the know and all the scores sound fantastic.
These area available very reasonably directly from Brian Fahey on a non
profit basis, he has written these pieces in his retirement in order to keep
the Big Band scene alive. These scores are beautifully written in his own
immaculate hand and are aimed at Youth / Jazz Big Band rehearsal orchestras.
If you are interested in knowing more about the collection, it would be a
shame to miss out on this unique opportunity from the Master British Big
Band arranger of his generation - Ella used to Insist he MD for her when
ever she came to England -
please email me - I am his son and he's not on the net yet
Any of the BANDS can write to him directly at:
Brian Fahey ( Big Band Collection)
Tigh Geal
Montgomerie Terrace
Skelmorlie
Ayrshire
PA17 5DT
HE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU, HE HAS LIVED BIG BANDS ALL HIS PROFESSIONAL
LIFE AND THIS IS HIS WAY OF PUTTING SOMETHING BACK INTO WHAT HE ADORES.
Kindest Regards
(Michael Fahey) :
NEW Date : Sat, 18 Jul 1998 21:51:32 -0500
From : sax.can@ix.netcom.com, Cedric Cannon
Organization: SAXCAN PRODUCTIONS
Subject : kwamina
I need any information available on Richard Adlers "Kwamina" i.e.
Score, CD, performance rights etc.
Contact:: sax.can@ix.netcom.com, Cedric D. Cannon
The Dark Star Company
From: Unsigned Mail
Date sent: Mon, 13 Jul 1998 13:37:48 EDT
Subject: Possible Collectiables
I have three Vogue Picture Records of Art Kassel and His orchestra -Vocal By
Jimmy Featherstone and Kessel Trio. And, I also have one Clyde McCoy Vogue
Picture Record. I am trying to find someone who can tell me if these records
of any value. Any assistance that you may provide would be greatly
appreciated.
Signed: FHWTravel@aol.com
From: Ginger
NEW Date : Wed, 15 Jul 1998 17:54:40 EDT
Subject: please help.
I am helping out a big band here in California, and we are doing a special
German song, called "Lang ist her und weit zurck". The English version is
called "Long ago and far away"... I know it was a pretty famous song in its
time, but I desperately need the German text for it.
I would be extremely greatful for ANY help you could give me, or if you could
point me in the right direction....
THANKS so much, Ginger
eMail: Bonnenuit2@aol.com
From: Lisa Clark
NEW Date Sat, 11 Jul 1998 14:19:02 EDT
Subject: Finding Big Band Music Charts
I was visiting your website(s) in hopes of finding an outlet or store that
sold music charts for female Big Band singers...could you help me? Is there
such a source in the United States or on the internet that you could guide me
to?
Thanks so much for your help.
Lisa Clark
eMail: Lenzzman@aol.com
Subject: Big Band Charts. (UK)
NEW Date: Thu, 2 Jul 1998 22:24:55 +0100
The American Stage Band Music Service (UK) has the latest publications from
major USA publishers. In addition, Ian Steele (Founder) of the ASBMS, has a
fantastic catalogue with a comprehensive directory of available big band
charts. Over 300 demo cassette recordings are available allowing one to
listen before buying. A great U.K. source for prices and availability.
100's of charts are in stock ready for despatch.
eMail: ian@jazzuk.demon.co.uk, Ian Steele
WebURL: http://www.jazzuk.demon.co.uk
NEW Date: Sat, 20 Jun 1998 13:56:03 -0500
Subject: Chart search
I am looking for chart for "Minnie the Moocher" for a traditional big
band. Do you know where should look for something like this. We have a
big band in Minneapolis with a lot of swing charts, but are looking for some
new pieces. Thanks for your help !
eMail: haverb@wavetech.net, Bruce Haverly
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