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The Dukes of Dixieland and Friends - An Evening of New Orleans Symphonic Jazz |
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The prospect of the unusual pairing of traditional Dixieland jazz and a symphony orchestra is the lure here. Unfortunately, the promise is only partially fulfilled, as the Dukes of Dixeland and the New Orleans Pops Orchestra are together on just 4 of the 14 songs in this 74-minute 1980 concert; even then, actual interaction between the two is rather limited. This is primarily a showcase for the Dukes, six fine musicians playing a repertoire that includes such obvious fare as "Sweet Georgia Brown," "Basin Street Blues," and, of course, "When the Saints Go Marching In." The orchestra joins in on the last, as well as on a nice reading of "Midnight in Moscow," the "Cantina Theme" from Star Wars, and "Lullaby of Dixieland." Classical players are notoriously swing-challenged, but it would have been nice to hear them actually playing with the jazzmen instead of merely providing textural backing and moody intros. Maybe next time. --Sam Graham
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