Benny Goodman
Manhattan Room
The Naughty Waltz
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Benny Goodman’s radio performances bring the clarinetist and bandleader’s swing sound to the air. This recording is identified with the Manhattan Room and dated November 6, 1937, offering a snapshot of Goodman’s music in the era when big-band swing was reaching a wide radio audience.
Listeners can expect a musical broadcast centered on Goodman and his ensemble, with the clarinet’s bright, agile lead set against the rhythmic drive of a swing band. The title also identifies “The Naughty Waltz,” a musical selection associated with this recording.
Goodman’s appeal lies in the contrast between polished ensemble playing and the lively momentum of jazz improvisation. The result is an inviting listen for fans of classic swing and early radio music, with the broadcast setting adding a sense of occasion to the performance.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.