Hot Town

Fess Williams and His Royal Flush Orchestra · 1929 · Orchestre du Savoy Ballroom

Context

Fess Williams and His Royal Flush Orchestra recorded "Hot Town" for Victor on April 17, 1929. The band, resident at Harlem's Savoy Ballroom, was known for its leader's spectacular clarinet style.

In the genealogy of jazz

This track belongs to Harlem: Henderson, Redman, Ellington, Symphonic jazz, dance orchestras. Among the origins and influences of Harlem: Henderson, Redman, Ellington: Chicago, Stride (Harlem piano).

Sources

• adp.library.ucsb.edu
• EN: Fess Williams

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