The Unmistakable Sound of Joy: Celebrating Clark Terry’s Big B-A-D Band
Clark Terry, a master of both the trumpet and the flugelhorn, brought a unique blend of "St. Louis tone" and contemporary styles to the big band format. His Big B-A-D Band (which stands for ) was a vehicle for this versatility. The band’s repertoire was deeply influenced by Terry's time with both Count Basie and Duke Ellington , blending Basie's driving swing with Ellington's rich harmonic sophistication. Highlights from the Catalog 2004.Clark Terry - Clark Terry's Big B-A-D Band...
The Big B-A-D Band was a "Who's Who" of jazz talent over the decades. Key collaborators and soloists often included: The Unmistakable Sound of Joy: Celebrating Clark Terry’s
: Ernie Wilkins (arranger/tenor), Frank Wess, and Chris Woods. The band’s repertoire was deeply influenced by Terry's
: Victor Sproles (bass), Mousey Alexander (drums), and Don Friedman (piano).