John Kirby

John Kirby
John Kirby led a most unusual group during the height of the big-band era, a sextet comprised of trumpeter Charlie Shavers, clarinetist Buster Bailey, altoist Russell Procope, pianist Billy Kyle, drummer O'Neil Spencer and his own bass. Although Shavers and Bailey could be quite extroverted, the tightly arranged ensembles tended to be very cool-toned and introverted yet virtuosic. Kirby, originally a tuba player, switched to bass in 1930 when he joined Fletcher Henderson's Orchestra. He was one...
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John Kirby Flow Gently, Sweet Rhythm
Flow Gently, Sweet Rhythm - John Kirby
By: John Kirby
Credited Role:Main Performer
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John Kirby & His Orchestra 1938-1939
1938-1939 - John Kirby & His Orchestra
By: John Kirby & His Orchestra
Credited Role:Main Performer
Song List: Listen to Songs by Kirby, John Rehearsin' For A Nervous Breakdown, From A Flat To C, Paste...
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