Dave Bennett's Tribute to Benny Goodman
Saturday, April 25, 2009, 7:30 pm
Clarinetist Dave Bennett and his Big Band bring to life the clasic sound and music of Benny Goodman (1909-1986) with incredible technique, style, beauty of tone and naturalness. Described as "the closest to Goodman's style and sound of all the major clarinetists of the past forty years," Bennett and his band recall the days of swing through their Tribute to Benny Goodman. Only "twenty-something," Bennett and his band play Goodman's hits and swing classics: Moonglow, I've Got Rhythm, Body and Soul, Slipped Disc, Stompin' at the Savoy, and others with expression and sensitivity. Bennett's mature stage presence, deep knowledge of dates and details of Goodman recordings, and penchant for wire-rimmed glasses, spats, and double-breasted suits will transport listeners back to the time and mood of the "swing era." If you know Benny Goodman as "The Kind of Swing," when you hear Dave Bennett you'll know who is "heir" to the throne. Dave Bennett's Tribute to Benny Goodman will have you dancing in the aisles
Website: www.davebennett.com
Sponsored in part by
Mid-West Family Broadcasting
Blain's Farm and Fleet
TDS
Robert G. Johnson
What audiences are saying:
"...the closest to Goodman's style and sound of all the major clarinetists
of the past 40 years."
—Peter Appleyard,
member of Goodman's band 1972-1980
"...a jaw dropping phenom on the clarinet...This mellifluous playing gorgeous
tone are inspired by Artie Shaw and Benny Goodman."
—The Windsor Star, Ontario
"...if Benny had heard this guy, he would have had him over to play
duets."
—Bucky Pizzarelli,
guitar legend of NBC Tonight Show
and Goodman band member 1966-1986
"Dave Bennett wowed the audience and brought the house down."
—Kendra Whitlock,
Director of Pops and Specials,
Detroit Symphony Orchestra