Tag: Benny Goodman Quartet

Starting in 1936, Benny Goodman began recording sessions with trios, quartets, and sextets in various configurations – often involving some combination of pianist Teddy Wilson, drummer Gene Krupa, and vibes player Lionel Hampton. These sessions produced some excellent records of small combo jazz that are among my favorites.

Recorded in New York City on February 3, 1937.
Released as Victor 25529.

Credits:
Benny Goodman – clarinet, director
Teddy Wilson – piano
Lionel Hampton – vibes
Gene Krupa – drums

I love all the Benny Goodman small combo sessions in the late 30s – early 40s – the trios, the quartets, the sextets… Goodman always chose stellar collaborators.

I read somewhere that the jazz standard “Moon Glow” has been recorded hundreds of times since it was written in 1933. This is one of my favorite versions.

Enjoy!

Recorded in Hollywood, California on August 21, 1936.
Released as Victor 25398.

Credits:
Benny Goodman – clarinet
Teddy Wilson – piano
Lionel Hampton – vibes
Gene Krupa – drums