Jimmy Dorsey

Jimmy Dorsey (1904–1957) was an American jazz clarinetist, saxophonist, composer, and bandleader. He led the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra and first rose to prominence performing with his brother Tommy.

Tommy Dorsey: Tommy Dorsey (1905–1956) was an American trombonist and bandleader known for his smooth tone and popular swing orchestra. Jimmy’s younger brother, he shared early bands with him before their partnership ended in 1935.
Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra: The American big band led by Jimmy Dorsey, active in the swing era and known for popular recordings and radio performances. This was the ensemble through which Dorsey became a major bandleader.
Dorsey Brothers Orchestra: A popular American dance band led by brothers Jimmy and Tommy Dorsey in the early 1930s. Jimmy first gained broad notice as a bandleader through this shared venture.
Clarinet: A single-reed woodwind instrument with a cylindrical bore and a wide range of notes and timbres. Dorsey’s clarinet playing was a defining part of his musicianship and recorded sound.
Dorsey Brothers' Orchestra split: The 1935 break between Jimmy and Tommy Dorsey that ended their shared orchestra and led each to form a separate band. The split marks the decisive turn from their joint act to Jimmy’s independent leadership.
Bing Crosby: Bing Crosby (1903–1977) was an American singer and actor whose relaxed vocal style helped define popular music in the 20th century. Dorsey worked with Crosby in the 1930s, including in the band led by the Dorsey brothers.
Amapola: A Spanish-language song by José María Lacalle, published in 1924 and later recorded in many arrangements. Dorsey’s 1941 instrumental version became one of his orchestra’s signature hits.
The California Ramblers: An American dance band active in the 1920s that made numerous recordings under several names. Dorsey played with this New York studio and dance-band organization early in his career.
Alto saxophone: A saxophone pitched in E-flat, commonly used in jazz, concert music, and wind ensembles. Dorsey played alto saxophone as well as clarinet, moving between two prominent jazz instruments.
Dorsey Brothers' Orchestra reunion: The brothers’ 1940 reunion performance and subsequent joint work after years of leading separate orchestras. Their reunion briefly reversed the separation that had defined their competing careers.

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