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Acrimony between the brothers led to Tommy Dorsey walking out to form his own band in 1935 as the orchestra was having a hit with "Every Little Moment". Dorsey's orchestra was known primarily for its renderings of ballads at dance tempos, frequently with singers such as Jack Leonard and Frank Sinatra .
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Official home site for the One and Only Tommy Dorsey Orchestra Conducted by Buddy Morrow featuring big band, jazz and swing music; includes information about the players, booking, tour schedules and merchandise.
From 1935 to 1956 the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra was recognized as the greatest dance band, swinging with the best and beyond compare when setting the mood with a romantic ballad. Today’s One and Only Tommy Dorsey Orchestra continues this great tradition for audiences worldwide, and fans of all ages.
Personnel:Tommy Dorsey And His Orchestra:Trumpet: Ziggy Elman, Ray Linn, Chuck PetersonTrombone: Les Jenkins, George Arus, Lowell MartinClarinet, Alto-Sax: J...
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Tommy Dorsey (November 19, 1905 – November 26, 1956) was an American jazz trombonist, trumpeter, and bandleader of the Big Band era. He was the younger brother of Jimmy Dorsey. His lyrical trombone style became one of the signature sounds of his band and of the Swing Era.
Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra. Tommy Dorsey, born November 19, 1905, died November 26, 1956. He was an American jazz trumpeter, trombonist and bandleader during the Big Band era. He was Jimmy Dorsey’s younger brother. His lyrical trombone sound became a signature sound of his band and the Swing Era.
