The New York Times has a swell tribute to Vince Giordano and his 1920s era jazz big band the Night Hawks in their NY Region section. I must admit that I've been hearing about the Night Hawks for awhile, but have not seen their regular Monday gig at the Hotel Edison. That needs to change…
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Frankie 95 Festival Day 3: 3 big bands, Hellzapoppin finals, Silver Shadows (video)
The third day of the Frankie 95 Birthday Festival was jam-packed with classes and panel discussions all-day and dancing and performances all night. The highlight of the evening was a blow-out big band concert not seen in modern times, with three swingin' big band orchestras performing in the Hammerstein Ballroom: the Frank Foster Loud Minority…