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William James "Count" Basie was an American jazz pianist, organist, bandleader, and composer. In 1935, he formed the Count Basie Orchestra, and in 1936 took them to Chicago for a long engagement and their first recording. He led the group for almost 50 years, creating innovations like the use of two "split" tenor saxophones, emphasizing the rhythm section, riffing with a big band, using arrangers to broaden their sound, his minimalist piano style, and others.
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Satin Doll
Ella And Basie
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Dream A Little Dream Of Me
Ella And Basie
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St James Infirmary (Album Version)
The Gifted Ones
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Flight of the Foo Birds (1994 Remaster)
The Complete Atomic Basie
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Tea For Two
Ella And Basie
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I Wish You Love
It Might As Well Be Swing
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On The Sunny Side Of The Street
100 Songs For A Centennial
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Li'l Darlin' (1994 Remaster)
The Complete Atomic Basie
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Please Be Kind
Sinatra/Basie: The Complete Reprise Studio Recordings
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More (Theme From Mondo Cane)
It Might As Well Be Swing
