“It was one of the biggest hits Basie ever had,” orchestra leader Bill Hughes said. “To this day it’s a miracle it didn’t turn out to be his theme song, because it’s played so many times.” Hughes and ...

Tallahassee’s Scotty Barnhart, professor of jazz trumpet at Florida State University, melds musical styles with Friday’s release of his newest and most astonishing album, “The Count Basie Orchestra ...

Tallahassee's Scotty Barnhart got his moment in the spotlight at Sunday's 66th Grammy Awards. Looking relaxed, confident, and mightily pleased, renowned jazz trumpeter, composer, arranger, educator, ...

The Arlington Jazz Exchange may not be able to physically transport you to celebrate April in Paris, but they aim to get you there musically via a tribute concert honoring the legendary Count Basie.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Get ready for deep swing and thunderous horns, Motor City: The legendary Count Basie Orchestra will play Detroit’s Aretha Franklin ...

On Wednesday, April 30, the Count Basie Orchestra will celebrate 90 years swinging at the Kansas City Music Hall. On Wednesday, April 30, the Count Basie Orchestra will celebrate 90 years swinging at ...

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Wednesday is especially good for a message from Count Basie. The Count's swing should get you over the midweek blues. Here are seven recently uploaded videos of the band and other groups playing Basie ...

William James “Count” Basie (1904-1984) played piano, led bands, and composed jazz music in America. Born in Red Bank, New Jersey, Basie grew up in a musical family. He started as a musician in ...