Description: Shipping is combined automatically on multiple purchases. Gus Arnheim (September 4, 1897 – January 19, 1955) He was an American pianist and an early popular band leader. Arnheim is noted for writing several songs with his first hit being "I Cried for You" from 1923. He was most popular in the 1920s and 1930s. He also had a few small acting roles. Arnheim first recorded for OKeh in 1928–1929, when he signed with Victor in 1929 and stayed through 1933. He signed with Brunswick and recorded through 1937. In 1928–31, Arnheim had an extended engagement at the Cocoanut Grove in Los Angeles. In 1930, Paul Whiteman finished filming The King of Jazz for Universal. The Rhythm Boys vocal trio consisting of Bing Crosby, Harry Barris and Al Rinker, decided to stay in California and signed up with Arnheim's band. Between 1930 and 1933, some notable people worked in or with Arnheim's band: Fred MacMurray played clarinet and tenor sax in 1930-31 and sang on one recording "All I Want Is Just One Girl". Russ Columbo played violin in 1930 and sang on "A Peach of a Pair". Future popular bandleader Jimmie Grier was staff arranger during this time. Grier had played lead alto saxophone and clarinet in Arnheim's band from its founding in 1928. Eddie Cantor and Joan Crawford each recorded a song for Arnheim on July 23, 1931, although the Crawford side ("How Long Will It Last?") was not issued but exists in a test pressing. Cantor's side, "There's Nothing Too Good for My Baby," was issued but without vocalist credit. Future popular singer Buddy Clark sang with Arnheim in 1932. Shirley Ross sang with Arnheim in 1933 Gus Arnheim died of a heart attack in Los Angeles on January 19, 1955. ******************************************************* This CD presents recordings made at the peak of their recording career. Arrangements are very lively with jazz solos throughout the sessions. All selections have been digitally restored by Vintage Recordings. Gus Arnheim and His Ambassador Hotel Cocoanut Grove Orchestra [1920’s Dance Jazz Band] (Recorded 1928 - 1930) [Encore 1] Several Items will have a symbol next to a song. You can listen to a sound clip with the windows media player. Track Listing 01 If I Can’t Have You (Recorded 1928) 02 I Can’t Do Without You (Recorded 1928) 03 Feelin’ Good (Recorded 1928) Your browser does not support the audio element. 04 Back In Your Own Backyard (Recorded 1928) 05 My Inspiration Is You (Recorded 1929) 06 I’ll Get By (Recorded 1929) 07 Avalon Town (Recorded 1929) 08 Every Time You Smile (Recorded 1929) 09 Now I’m In Love (Recorded 1929) 10 This Is Heaven (Recorded 1929) 11 One Sweet Kiss (Recorded 1929) 12 I’m Feathering A Nest (Recorded 1929) Your browser does not support the audio element. 13 Singin’ In The Rain (Recorded 1929) 14 Loveable and Sweet (Recorded 1929) 15 Dancing To Save Your Soul (Recorded 1930) 16 I Gotta Yen For You (Recorded 1930) 17 Go Home and Tell Your Mother (Recorded 1930) 18 I’m Doin’ That Thing (Recorded 1930) 19 A Peach Of A Pair (Recorded 1930)
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Artist: Gus Arnheim & Ambassador Hotel Cocoanut Grove Orch
Style: Minstrel, Ragtime, Traditional Jazz
Format: CD
Release Title: Gus Arnheim & Ambassador Hotel Cocoanut Grove Orch
Genre: Jazz
Sub-Genre: Vocal Jazz
