Benny Goodman - Portrait of Benny Goodman (CD)

Swing into the golden age of jazz with Portrait of Benny Goodman — a fine retrospective of the King of Swing and one of the most important figures in American music history.

Benny Goodman — clarinetist, bandleader, and the man who brought jazz to Carnegie Hall in 1938 — defined the swing era and introduced a generation of Americans to jazz as popular music. This 1997 compilation gathers some of his finest recordings, from the big band anthems that packed the Savoy Ballroom to the intimate small group sessions that showcased his extraordinary clarinet technique. Essential listening for fans of classic jazz and the swing era.

• Format: CD Compilation
• Released: 1997
• Artist: Benny Goodman
• Condition: Preloved — used and recycled
• SKU: 11z46183