Author: William
Date: 2008-01-12 15:32
Benny wasn't the reason I chose to play the clarinet, but he certainly inspired me to practice and try to become a better player. In high school, I wore out the 45 rpm recording of China Boy trying to learn it by ear--and when I finally did, I was given the nickname "Benny" which many of my old high school friends still call me when we meet. When I went to college, I lost the nickname, but the Goodman inspiration continued. Like now, after watching this video twice, I've got to go practice some so I can reach the C7 like Benny did in the vid when I play the Artie Shaw Clarinet Concerto next month with our VFW Band. Play'n Artie but still try'n (after 55 yrs of clarinetting) to be Benny--LOL
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The Clarinet BBoard
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