[DoodleBob]

The composition is from Hank Levy, who had a successful collaborative partnership with Kenton, written mostly in 5/4. It starts out as a medium tempo tune, then after the break, at the 3:10 mark, the composition and band explode into (in my opinion) a raucous big band/borderline progressive heavy metal (literally and figuratively) uptempo FFF masterpiece.

I got into Kenton after he died so I missed him live. I caught a tribute Orchestra performance a while back and was blown away by how the charts stand the test of time.

FWIW, the drummer in this performance was nicknamed Baron Von Ohlen. He was still active in Cincinnati until he died late last year. RIP.

[Steely Tom]

I loved that piece, and could play Dick Shearer's solo note for note.

This piece also shows off the Kenton trombone section: A Step Beyond.

[Fester Chugabrew]

Great band. Drummer John “The Baron” Von Ohlen was one of my mentors back in the day. Our high school band played this tune. Still comes to mind from time to time.

[Menehune56]

Great music, thanks!

[Governor Dinwiddie]

A lot of great female vocalists were associated with Kenton over the years. Chris Connor, Anita O'Day, and my particular favorite June Christy.

Kenton really knew how to pick 'em.
 

[DoodleBob]

Ping - this may not be your cup of tea, but I’d be interested in a metal guy’s thoughts on this piece.

[The Great RJ]

Saw Kenton’s band three times in 1971-72...twice in concert and for my college prom. Loved the concerts but dancing to Kenton’s music at my prom was most memorable. Still enjoy his albums.