Jitterbug Waltz (Fats Waller)

Fats Waller and His Rhythm · 1942 · RCA Victor, 16 mars 1942

Context

Waltz in 3/4 by Fats Waller, recorded at RCA Victor on March 16, 1942. The melody is inspired by piano exercises of his son Maurice, who presents it as the first jazz waltz.

In the genealogy of jazz

This track belongs to Swing, big bands. Among the origins and influences of Swing, big bands: Chicago, Stride (Harlem piano), Harlem: Henderson, Redman, Ellington, Kansas City, Boogie-woogie, Symphonic jazz, dance orchestras.

By the same artist

• Your Feet's Too Big (1939)
• Honeysuckle Rose (1934)
• Handful of Keys (1929)
• Ain't Misbehavin' (1929)
• Smashing Thirds (1929)

Sources

• EN: Jitterbug Waltz

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