Category Archives: Big Band-Swing

Big Band Standards and Swing Music from 1940’s – 1950’s

Big Band-Swing

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Stumbling

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Stumbling. Just a fun old song. My twin Sister has been bugging me to play in the videos again. UGH So I let her take a chorus with the little Petosa. LOL Gotta keep the family happy. LOL I just thought it would be fun. I had the little Petosa out to do some sight reading and thought – why not. Words and music by Zez Confrey and published by Leo. Feist Inc. in 1922.… Read the rest

Patriotic Medley of Service Songs

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We always played this back when we entertained and most people enjoy hearing it. I simply used accordion with digital base This features Semper Paratus, Anchors Away, Marine’s Hymn, Caissons Go Rolling Along and The U.S. Air Force Song. I hope you enjoy my simple tribute for Veterans Day.… Read the rest

Bloopers & Outtakes from Pat’s Videos

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This is my 251st video. I thought it would be fun to share the “behind the scenes stuff.” There is nothing easy about making the videos – but you gotta love the sport. I have great fun with the music and making the videos. It never fails that no matter how much you practice when the camera starts – things go wrong. Most of my videos are done in one take. But there have been a few that eluded me.… Read the rest

Yellow Bird

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Yellow Bird. Still having fun with my Little Petosa. I realized I haven’t played Yellow Bird after making 227 videos. Really – we always played Yellow Bird at every job. I usually play it with a latin beat, but felt like swinging it today. Something different – something fun. musician Arthur Lyman made the song a hit in 1961.… Read the rest

Mountain Greenery

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Another 93 degree day, so I am in my nice air conditioned camper, lol, and recording a fun song. This has always been a favorite of mine. Mountain Greenery is from the Broadway Musical The Gerrick Gaieties. Composed by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart in 1926. I had great fun playing this, I hope it brightens up your spirits.… Read the rest

Sentimental Journey

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Sentimental Journey. A glimpse at my upcoming camping trips. Mostly in Ohio & West Virginia. Not too far from home, yet. I had most of these trips booked for 2020 and then along came Covid. So I am heading out to get some fresh air and see what’s out there. Most my trips are less than a week and my 2 little dogs will be going with me. Also my accordion. May get to play around a campfire.… Read the rest