Originally produced in 1999. Gene Krupa ; Benny Goodman ; Lionel Hampton ; Charlie Ventura ; Anita O'Day. Edited at the Manhattan Center, New York, N.Y. ; voiceovers recorded at The John Avarese Studio, Philadelphia, PA. Includes bonus clips, photo gallery.
Summary:
This video is a tribute to a certifiable legend of swing, the man who made the drums a solo instrument. Fourteen complete, rarely seen performances dating back over 60 years, with Benny Goodman, Lionel Hampton, Charlie Ventura and Anita O'Day, are presented. Also included is an interview with Gene Drupa.
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