Stan Kenton: My World Is Music
Cuban Incident
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Stan Kenton: My World Is Music presents the music and musical outlook of bandleader Stan Kenton. The title points to a program centered on his work as a musician and the distinctive sound associated with his orchestra.
Kenton’s music is known for its bold brass writing, driving rhythms, and ambitious arrangements, blending big-band swing with modern jazz influences. The listening experience is shaped by the orchestra’s full ensemble sound and the contrast between powerful passages and more measured, expressive moments.
This program offers a glimpse of Kenton’s musical world through a radio presentation, with “Cuban Incident” identified as its featured selection. It will appeal to listeners drawn to orchestral jazz and the energetic, forward-looking character of Kenton’s band.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.