World's Greatest Jazz Band
Founded in 1968 by jazz producer Dick Gibson, the World’s Greatest Jazz Band was
an all-star ensemble that was brought together during Gibson’s sixth annual Jazz
Party event. Led by trumpeter Yank Lawson (born May 3, 1911, in Trenton,
Missouri) and double bassist Bob Haggart (born March 13, 1914, in New York, New
York), the World’s Greatest Jazz Band focused on classic Dixieland jazz but
would also incorporate Dixieland-style versions of then-contemporary songs. The
group’s line-up, which would changed over the course of their career, featured
musicians such as Bud Freeman, Georg...
Black and BlueWorld's Greatest Jazz Band, Yank Lawson and Bob Haggart
(Ghost) Riders in the SkyWorld's Greatest Jazz Band
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Ain't Misbehavin'World's Greatest Jazz Band
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Black and BlueWorld's Greatest Jazz Band, Yank Lawson and Bob Haggart
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(Ghost) Riders in the SkyWorld's Greatest Jazz Band
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But Not for MeWorld's Greatest Jazz Band
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In a Sentimental MoodWorld's Greatest Jazz Band
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