Tag Archives: Django Reinhardt

Portrait of Rex Stewart, Part I (Podcast #20-001)

Posted on February 2, 2020 by Ellington Reflections

Rex Stewart played cornet in the Ellington and from 1934-45. Part I of a look at Stewart’s work with the band. Continue reading →

Posted in podcast | Tagged Coleman Hawkins, Cootie Williams, cornet, Django Reinhardt, Duke Ellington, Fletcher Henderson, Johnny Hodges, pedal tones, Rex Stewart | Leave a comment

Sittin’ In, Part II (Podcast #18-016)

Posted on September 22, 2018 by Ellington Reflections

Another set of visitors to the Ellington universe – Django Reinhardt, Don Byas, Rosemary Clooney and more!
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Posted in podcast | Tagged Archie Shepp, Arthur Fiedler, Billy Strayhorn, Boston Pops, Django Reinhardt, Don Byas, Golden Gate Quartet, podcast, Ray Nance, Ron Collier, Rosemary Clooney, Zoot Sims | Leave a comment