Jazz Articles about George Gee Swing Orchestra

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George Gee and His Make-Believe Ballroom Orchestra: Swingin' Live! / Swingin' Away

by Jack Bowers
January 1, 2000

By now, most people who are musically inclined know that “swing” is making a comeback. Not exactly sweeping the country, but at least more widespread and popular than it has been in recent years. The problem is that many of swing’s better–known exponents are far more flashy than capable, and while the music may deliver some temporary kicks, there’s actually not much meat on its bones. There are, however, a handful of bandleaders who take their swinging more seriously. One ...