CD The Al Saxon '40s Band*, Larry Elgart & His Manhattan Swing Orchestra*, Joe "Fingers" Webster & His River City Jazzmen & The Swing Fever Big Band* – Hooked On Melodies & Memories
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| Hooked On '40s | ||
| 1-1 | In The Mood | |
| 1-2 | Little White Lies | |
| 1-3 | Swinging On A Star | |
| 1-4 | Say Something Sweet To Your Sweetheart | |
| 1-5 | Sentimental Journey | |
| 1-6 | I Cried For You | |
| 1-7 | I'll String Along With You | |
| 1-8 | Lullaby Of Broadway | |
| 1-9 | 12th Street Rag | |
| 1-10 | September In The Rain | |
| 1-11 | On The Sunny Side Of The Street | |
| 1-12 | Dream | |
| 1-13 | I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm | |
| 1-14 | Lazy River | |
| 1-15 | Paper Doll | |
| 1-16 | Sunday, Monday Or Always | |
| 1-17 | That's My Desire | |
| 1-18 | There, I've Said It Again | |
| 1-19 | Blue Moon | |
| 1-20 | I've Heard That Song Before | |
| 1-21 | Baby Face | |
| 1-22 | April Showers | |
| 1-23 | Toot, Toot, Tootsie | |
| 1-24 | Swannee | |
| 1-25 | Skyliner | |
| 1-26 | I Can Dream, Can't I? | |
| 1-27 | On A Slow Boat To China | |
| 1-28 | Baby It's Cold Outside | |
| 1-29 | Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye | |
| 1-30 | I'm Always Chasing Rainbows | |
| 1-31 | When You Were Sweet Sixteen | |
| 1-32 | I Had The Craziest Dream | |
| 1-33 | You'll Never Know | |
| 1-34 | I'll Be With You In Apple Blossom Time | |
| 1-35 | Don't Sit Under The Apple Tree | |
| 1-36 | With My Eyes Wide Open I'm Dreaming | |
| 1-37 | You Made Me Love You | |
| 1-38 | Lovely Way To Spend An Evening | |
| 1-39 | Don't Get Around Much Anymore | |
| 1-40 | In A Shanty In Old Shanty Town | |
| Hooked On Dixie | ||
| 2-1 | Bugle Call Rag Medley | |
| 2-2 | Ja-Da Medley | |
| 2-3 | Struttin' With Some Barbecue Medley | |
| 2-4 | Sweet Gypsy Rose Medley | |
| 2-5 | Piano Roll Blues Medley | |
| 2-6 | Sleepytime Down South Medley | |
| 2-7 | Royal Garden Blues Medley | |
| Switched On Swing | ||
| 3-1 | La Cage Aux Folles | |
| 3-2 | Caravan | |
| 3-3 | The Best Of Times | |
| 3-4 | Harlem Nocturne | |
| 3-5 | Bandstand Boogie | |
| 3-6 | Puttin' On The Ritz | |
| 3-7 | Boogie Woogie | |
| 3-8 | Satin Doll | |
| 3-9 | Tuxedo Junction | |
| 3-10 | Chameleon Days | |
| 3-11 | La Cage Aux Folles (Reprise) | |
| 3-12 | Hooked On Dixie | |
| 3-13 | Hooked On Swing 2 | |
| 3-14 | Save The Last Dance For Me | |
| 3-15 | Hooked On The Roaring '20s | |
| 3-16 | Swingin' The Classics | |
| 3-17 | Swing With Bing | |
| Hooked On Big Bands | ||
| Hooked On Birdland | ||
| 4-1a | Tie A Yellow Ribbon 'Round The Old Oak Tree | |
| 4-1b | Song Of India | |
| 4-1c | It Happened In Monteray | |
| 4-1d | Perido | |
| 4-1e | Lullaby Of Birdland | |
| 4-1f | Frankie And Johnny | |
| In The Mood Medley | ||
| 4-2a | In The Mood | |
| 4-2b | How High The Moon | |
| 4-2c | Mack The Knife | |
| 4-2d | Don't Sit Under The Apple Tree | |
| Hooked On Boogie Woogie | ||
| 4-3a | Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy | |
| 4-3b | The Lady Is A Tramp | |
| 4-3c | Chattanooga Choo Choo | |
| 4-3d | Take The 'A' Train | |
| 4-3e | Boogie Blues | |
| 4-3f | Night Train | |
| C'est Magnifique Medley | ||
| 4-4a | Tommy's Boogie Woogie | |
| 4-4b | Pennsylvania 6-5000 | |
| 4-4c | La Vie En Rose | |
| 4-4d | I've Got You Under My Skin | |
| 4-4e | St. Louis Blues | |
| 4-4f | C'est Magnifique | |
| 4-4g | Begin The Beguine | |
| It Had To Be You Medley | ||
| 4-5a | It Had To Be You | |
| 4-5b | You're Nobody 'Til Somebody Loves you | |
| 4-5c | I Just Called To Say I Love You | |
| 4-5d | Sunny Side Of The Street | |
| 4-5e | C'est Si Bon | |
| 4-5f | American Blues | |
| 4-5g | C Jam Blues | |
| 4-5h | Little Brown Jug | |
| 4-5i | What Now My Love | |
| 4-5j | Goody Goody | |
| 4-5k | Woodchopper's Ball | |
Step back into the golden era of big band music with "Hooked On Melodies & Memories," a nostalgic 1994 release on the Emporio label. This collection brings together legendary performers including Larry Elgart & His Manhattan Swing Orchestra, The Al Saxon '40s Band, Joe "Fingers" Webster & His River City Jazzmen, and The Swing Fever Big Band.
This compilation celebrates the lush, sophisticated arrangements that defined the swing era. Featuring bandleader Larry Elgart—famed for his platinum-selling "Hooked On" series and his ability to blend orchestral richness with a relaxing, danceable rhythm—this record serves as a perfect tribute to the timeless standards of the 1940s and beyond.
Key Highlights:
- Performers: Features the iconic Larry Elgart, known for his masterful alto sax arrangements and storied history in big band music.
- Genre: A definitive collection of Big Band, Swing, and Jazz standards.
- Atmosphere: Curated for fans of "lush", armchair-listening experiences and high-quality, orchestrally-driven dance music.
- Essential Listening: A must-have for enthusiasts of the "Music For Your Mood" tradition, offering a polished, professional sound that honors the legacy of mid-century studio excellence.
Whether you are a long-time aficionado of the big band sound or a collector exploring the history of swing, "Hooked On Melodies & Memories" delivers a masterclass in rhythm, orchestration, and timeless melody.
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