Benny Goodman was known as the 'King of Swing' and was a pivotal figure in the jazz genre.
He received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his significant contributions to music.
Goodman was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his impact on the entertainment industry.
Biography
Early Life
Benjamin David Goodman, born on May 30, 1909, in the United States, emerged as a prominent figure in the world of jazz music. Known as the "King of Swing," Goodman was a talented clarinetist and bandleader whose early influences included New Orleans jazz clarinetists from Chicago. He made his professional debut in 1921 at the Central Park Theater in Chicago and quickly became a skilled musician, joining the musicians' union at just fourteen. By 1926, he was recording with the Ben Pollack Orchestra, marking the beginning of his illustrious career.
Career
Goodman's career took off when he moved to New York City, where he became a sought-after session musician for radio and Broadway. His first significant recording was in 1926, and he played alongside notable musicians like Glenn Miller and Tommy Dorsey. In the late 1930s, Goodman led his own band, which became famous for its energetic performances and innovative sound, helping to popularize swing music. His contributions to jazz were recognized with numerous accolades, including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Personal Life
Goodman married Alice Frances Hammond Duckworth in 1942, and they had two daughters, both of whom pursued musical careers. Despite his demanding nature, which earned him a reputation as a taskmaster, Goodman maintained significant friendships in the music industry, notably with producer John Hammond. Their relationship was marked by both collaboration and conflict, but they eventually reconciled in the 1980s. Goodman passed away on June 13, 1986, leaving behind a rich legacy in the world of jazz.
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Discography
Benny In Brussels1989
- 1.Let's Dance1:04
- 2.Don't Be That Way3:13
- 3.Hallelujah4:14
- 4.Obsession3:08
- 5.Brussels Blues3:31
- 6.More Than You Know3:54
- 7.The World Is Waiting for the Sunshine3:46
- 8.Jubilee2:40
- 9.Roll 'em3:49
- 10.Stealin' Apples5:14
- 11.Memories of You3:48
- 12.Balkan Mixed Grill3:36
- 13.Gershwin Medley: The Man I Love / Oh, Lady Be Good / Somebody Loves Me / I Got Rhythm10:44
- 14.St. Louis Blues3:52
- 15.Mr. Five by Five1:50
- 16.March of the Belgian Paratroops2:02
- 17.One O'Clock Jump5:55
- 18.Goodbye2:51
Benny Goodman in Stockholm 19591988
- 1.Let's Dance0:49
- 2.Rachel's Dream3:47
- 3.Memories of You3:38
- 4.Slipped Disc3:51
- 5.Get Happy4:22
- 6.Honeysuckle Rose3:50
- 7.Come Rain or Come Shine2:55
- 8.Medley: Ooh, Hot Dog - Let me Off Uptown4:13
- 9.A Smo-o-o-oth One3:33
- 10.Breakfast Feud5:13
- 11.When You're Smiling5:26
- 12.After You've Gone4:36
- 13.Medley3:40
- 14.Sing, Sing, Sing9:05
- 15.Four Brothers3:11
- 16.I Want to be Happy5:15
- 17.Jam on the Brakes5:42
- 18.Goodbye1:39
Clarinet Concertos1986
- 1.Clarinet Concerto no. 1 in F minor,op. 73: I. Allegro7:44
- 2.Clarinet Concerto no. 1 in F minor,op. 73: II. Adagio ma non troppo6:54
- 3.Clarinet Concerto no. 1 in F minor,op. 73: III. Rondo: Allegretto6:56
- 4.Clarinet Concerto, op. 5728:35
- 5.Clarinet Concerto no. 2 in E-flat, op. 74: I. Allegro8:44
- 6.Clarinet Concerto no. 2 in E-flat, op. 74: II. Andante con moto6:50
- 7.Clarinet Concerto no. 2 in E-flat, op. 74: III. Alla polacca6:49
From Broadway To Paris1973
- 1.Hello Young Lovers2:05
- 2.Just In Time3:06
- 3.Mame3:14
- 4.On A Clear Day (You Can See Forever)2:42
- 5.It's All Right With Me2:35
- 6.On The Street Where You Live2:48
- 7.From This Moment On2:40
- 8.Baubles, Bangels And Beads3:01
- 9.People2:33
- 10.Everything's Coming Up Roses3:10
- 11.C'est Magnifique3:03
- 12.Autumn Leaves3:03
- 13.I Love Paris3:26
- 14.April In Paris2:26
- 15.A Man And A Woman3:33
- 16.Petite Fleur2:56
- 17.Mimi3:50
- 18.C'est Si Bon3:03
- 19.Under Paris Skies4:08
- 20.I Will Wait For You5:49
Trio And Quartet 'Vol 2'1973
- 1.Stompin' At The Savoy5:56
- 2.Moonglow3:03
- 3.The Sheik Of Araby2:56
- 4.Body And Soul3:18
- 5.China Boy4:51
- 6.Nagasaki2:55
- 7.Dizzy Spells5:48
- 8.Shine2:33
- 9.Everybody Loves My Baby4:02
- 10.Time On My Hands3:38
- 11.Sweet Leilani2:13
- 12.Avalon4:18
Benny Goodman Today1970
- 1.Let's Dance0:43
- 2.Sweet Georgia Brown4:00
- 3.If I Had You2:32
- 4.Baubles, Bangles and Beads4:18
- 5.Stealin' Apples4:08
- 6.Don't Be That Way3:22
- 7.Willow Weep for Me4:29
- 8.Big John's Special3:15
- 9.Body and Soul5:03
- 10.A String of Pearls3:07
- 11.Poor Butterfly2:25
- 12.Dear Dave3:11
- 13.Roll'em4:53
- 14.Blue Skies3:53
- 15.One O'Clock Jump4:55
- 16.I Would Do Most Anything for You3:41
- 17.Venus H.B. (Turkish March)1:10
- 18.Sing Sing Sing, Part I3:25
- 19.Sing Sing Sing, Part II10:40
- 20.Goodbye2:52
Clarinet Concertos Nos. 1 And 21968
- 1.Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra no. 1 in F minor, op. 73: I. Allegro7:41
- 2.Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra no. 1 in F minor, op. 73: II. Adagio ma non troppo6:56
- 3.Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra no. 1 in F minor, op. 73: III. Rondo. Allegretto6:48
- 4.Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra no. 2 in E-flat major, op. 74: I. Allegro8:43
- 5.Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra no. 2 in E-flat major, op. 74: II. Andante con moto6:48
- 6.Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra no. 2 in E-flat major, op. 74: III. Alla Polacca6:49
Hello Benny!1964
- 1.Great Day1:53
- 2.La Boehm3:52
- 3.Call Me Irresponsible2:52
- 4.People2:48
- 5.Hello, Dolly!2:29
- 6.The Girl From Ipanema2:46
- 7.The Pink Panther Theme3:28
- 8.The Lamp Is Low2:54
- 9.Hallelujah, I Love Her So2:40
- 10.Them There Eyes4:41
Benny in Brussels Volume 11958
- 1.Let's Dance1:04
- 2.Don't Be That Way3:13
- 3.Hallelujah4:13
- 4.Obsession3:08
- 5.Brussels Blues3:30
- 6.More Than You Know3:54
- 7.The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise3:46
- 8.Jubilee2:41
- 9.Roll 'em3:50
Benny Goodman Plays World Favorites1958
- 1.One O'Clock Jump
- 2.Bugle Call Rag
- 3.Mean to Me
- 4.Poor Butterfly
- 5.Sing, Sing, Sing
- 6.Balkan Mixed Grill
- 7.Avalon
- 8.King Porter Stomp
- 9.You're Driving Me Crazy
Benny In Brussels Volume 21958
- 1.Stealin' Apples5:12
- 2.Memories of You3:47
- 3.Balkan Mixed Grill3:35
- 4.Gershwin Medley10:37
- 5.St. Louis Blues3:51
- 6.Mr. Five by Five1:49
- 7.March of the Belgian Paratroops2:21
- 8.One O'Clock Jump5:54
- 9.Goodbye2:49
The Benny Goodman Story, Vol. 21956
- 1.Memories of You
- 2.China Boy
- 3.Moonglow
- 4.Avalon
- 5.And The Angels Sing
- 6.Jersey Bounce
- 7.Sometimes I'm Happy
- 8.Shine
- 9.Sing, Sing, Sing (With a Swing)
The Benny Goodman Story, Vol. 11955
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Benny Goodman Combos1955
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B.G. in Hi-Fi1954
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Classics In Jazz1954
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Easy Does It!1952
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Session for Six1950
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A Swing Session With Benny Goodman1938
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Best Of Benny Goodman2010
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Three Classic Albums Plus2010
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Benny Goodman with Helen Forrest – Best of the Big Bands1992
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Porträt in Swing1981
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Trad JAZZ LEGENDS
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Stompin At The Savoy
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Label
- Record label
- Bluebird Records
- Record label
- Capitol Records
- Record label
- Chess Records
- Record label
- Columbia Records
- Record label
- RCA Victor
Achievements
- Award
- Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
- Award
- Kennedy Center Honors
- Award
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Groups
- Ben Pollack & His Orchestra1925current
- Adrian Rollini and His Orchestracurrent
- Benny Goodman Big Bandeponymouscurrent
- Benny Goodman Quinteteponymous, originalcurrent
- Benny Goodman and His Boyseponymouscurrent
- Benny Goodman and His Orchestraeponymouscurrent
- Bill Dodge and His All-Star Orchestracurrent
- Buck and His Bandclarinetcurrent
- Gene Krupa’s Swing Bandclarinetcurrent
- Hollywood Huckstersclarinetcurrent
- Lee Morse and Her Blue Grass Boyscurrent
- Rhythm Makers Orchestraclarinetcurrent
- Teddy Wilson and His Orchestraclarinetcurrent
- The Benny Goodman Quarteteponymous, originalcurrent
- The Benny Goodman Septeteponymouscurrent
- The Benny Goodman Sextetclarinet, eponymouscurrent
- The Benny Goodman Trioeponymous, originalcurrent
- The V‐Disc All Starseponymous, originalcurrent
- Benny Goodman & His Music Hall Orchestraeponymous, original
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Benjamin David Goodman was an American jazz clarinetist and bandleader, known as the "King of Swing".
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