The Chronological Classics: Charlie Barnet and His Orchestra 1933-1936

Charlie Barnet and His Orchestra

The Chronological Classics: Charlie Barnet and His Orchestra 1933-1936

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. What Is Sweeter 3:06 2. I'm No Angel 2:59 3. I Want You, I Need You 3:14 4. Buckin' the Wind 2:46 5. I Want You, I Need You 3:02 6. Infatuation 2:52 7. I Lost Another Sweetheart 2:51 8. Emaline 2:56 9. Butterfingers 2:43 10. Baby, Take a Bow 3:02 11. This Is Our Last Night Together 2:43 12. Growlin' 3:03 13. Nagasaki 3:17 14. I'm Keeping Those Keepsakes 3:26 15. Fare Thee Well, Annabelle 2:39 16. Don't Be Afraid to Tell Your Mother 2:36 17. On a Holiday 2:26 18. My First Thrill 2:54 19. The Swing Waltz 2:47 20. Cross Patch 2:42 21. Too Good to Be True 2:41 22. I'm an Old Cowhand 2:47 23. But Definitely 2:42
The Chronological Classics: Charlie Barnet and His Orchestra 1933-1936 is a comprehensive collection that showcases the vibrant big band sound of Charlie Barnet during the early to mid-1930s. The album features a mix of energetic swing tunes and smooth ballads, capturing the essence of the jazz era. Barnet's orchestration is characterized by its bold brass sections, intricate arrangements, and the innovative use of woodwinds, making it a significant contribution to the development of big band music. The album is notable for preserving the recordings of a pivotal period in jazz history, highlighting Barnet's influence on the genre as both a bandleader and a composer.