BBC Big Band Orchestra - Best Of The Big Band Sound (2000)

The BBC Big Band is widely regarded as the UK's leading Big Band - and recently won the 'Best Big Band Award' at the 2007 British Jazz Awards. The Band has played with stars such as George Benson, Van Morrison, Georgie Fame, Tony Bennett, George Shearing, Michel Legrand, Phil Woods, Joe Lovano, Cleo Laine, Lalo Schifrin, Michael McDonald, Bob Brookmeyer and Ray Charles.
In addition to its regular studio and concert recordings, the BBC Big Band regularly gives live performances at major venues around the UK, as well as touring with major music artists abroad. Within the UK, the BBC Big Band is probably best known for its regular Monday night show Big Band Special on BBC Radio 2, as well its appearances on BBC Radio 3's Jazz Line Up. Its performances also reach huge global audiences through its regular broadcasts for the BBC World Service, satellite radio and via the internet.

Tracks:

1. Moonlight Serenade - 4:05
2. Let's Dance - 2:19
3. Caravan - 2:35
4. String of Pearls - 3:26
5. Oh Lady Be Good - 3:35
6. Hamps Boogie Woogie - 3:29
7. Chattanooga Choo Choo - 4:54
8. King Porter Stomp - 3:10
9. I Got It Bad (And That Ain't Good) - 2:40
10. In the Mood - 3:31
11. Take the a-Train - 3:24
12. Tuxedo Junction - 3:29
13. Perido - 2:35
14. Pennsylvania 6-5000 - 3:20
15. Mood Indigo - 4:20
16. Sing, Sing, Sing - 7:41

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