Big Band Collection

Drummer Louie Bellson and his big band playing at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1979
Drummer Louie Bellson and his big band in concert at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 7 November 1979. Also pictured are trombonists Kurt Berger and Doug Wintz

The Count Basie Orchestra in concert at the Royal Festival Hall, London, 18 July 1980: Count Basie (piano), Cleveland Eaton (bass), Freddie Green (guitar), Gregg Field (drums)

The Count Basie Orchestra in concert, c1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
The Count Basie Orchestra in concert. Sonny Payne on the drums

The Count Basie Orchestra performing at the Royal Festival Hall, London, 18 July 1980

BENNY GOODMAN (1909-1986). American clarinetist. Photograph, 20th century

Portrait of Stan Kenton, 1947 or 1948. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Stan Kenton, 1947 or 1948

Frank Wess, 1960s. Creator: Brian Foskett
Frank Wess, American jazz saxophonist and flautist, 1960s. Wess is remembered for his time in Count Basies band from the early 1950s into the 1960s

Sonny Payne, Basie Band, 1960s. Creator: Brian Foskett
Sonny Payne, Count Basie Band, 1960s. Sonny Payne was an American jazz drummer, best known for his work with Count Basie and Harry James

Ted Heath and His Music, Nat King Cole concert, Shepherds Bush, London, 1963

Ted Heath and His Music, Nat King Cole concert, London, 1963 Creator: Brian Foskett
Ted Heath and His Music, Nat " King" Cole concert, London, 1963

Duke Ellington Band, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Duke Ellington Band, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963

Sam Woodyard, American jazz drummer, c1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Sam Woodyard, American jazz drummer, c1963

Lawrence Brown, American jazz trombonist, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Lawrence Brown, American jazz trombonist, 1962

Count Basie Orchestra saxophonist Frank Foster, c1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
Count Basie Orchestra saxophonist Frank Foster, c1950s

Julian Arguilles, 2016. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Julian Arguilles with Frankfurt Radio Band Band featuring Django Bates, Cheltenham Jazz Festival, 2016

Photograph of Erskine Hawkins, 1938-1993. Creator: Unknown
A black and white photographic portrait of Erskine Hawkins in a striped suit. He is holding a trumpet in his right hand with his left hand resting on top of his right

Photograph of Jimmie Lunceford, 1936. Creator: Unknown
A silver gelatin print depicting a black-and-white image of Jimmie Lunceford. He is depicted in three quarters profile, in bust pose, looking towards the right side of the image

American singer and film star Frank Sinatra sitting on stage during rehearsals at the Coliseum Midnight Matinee, London, 9th December 1951

Roy Wiillox and Duncan Lamont, Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, 2008

Tony Coe, Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, 2008. Creator: Brian Foskett
Tony Coe, Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, 2008

Roy Wiillox, Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, 2008. Creator: Brian Foskett
Roy Wiillox, Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, 2008

Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, 2008. Creator: Brian Foskett
Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, 2008

Bucky Pizzarelli, The March of Jazz, Clearwater Beach, Florida, USA, 1997

Jimmy Rushing, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Jimmy Rushing, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963

Jimmy Rushing and the Basie Band; with Frank Wess, London, 1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Jimmy Rushing and the Basie Band; with Frank Wess, London, 1963

Jimmy Rushing with the Basie Band, London, 1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Jimmy Rushing with the Basie Band, London, 1963

Cootie Williams, Duke Ellington Orchestra, Finsbury Park Astroria, London, 1962. Creator
Cootie Williams, Duke Ellington Orchestra, Finsbury Park Astroria, London, 1962

Frank Foster, 1960s. Creator: Brian Foskett
Frank Foster, tenor saxophonist in the Count Basie Orchestra, 1960s

Count Basie Orchestra, London, 1990. Creator: Brian Foskett
Count Basie Orchestra, London, 1990

Sonny Paine, Count Basie Band, 1960s. Creator: Brian Foskett
Sonny Paine, Count Basie Band, 1960s

Count Basie Band, 1960s. Creator: Brian Foskett
Count Basie Band, 1960s

Frank Foster Music Nights, Mstricht, 1994. Creator: Brian Foskett
Frank Foster Music Nights, Mstricht, 1994

Count Basie Orchestra, 1970s. Creator: Brian Foskett
Count Basie Orchestra, 1970s

Count Basie Orchestra, 1970s. Creator: Brian Foskett
Count Basie Orchestra, 1970s

Frank Foster, Capital Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Herts, July 1982. Creator: Brian Foskett
Frank Foster, tenor saxophonist in the Count Basie Orchestra, Capital Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Herts, July 1982

Count Basie Orchestra, 1990s. Creator: Brian Foskett
Count Basie Orchestra, 1990s

Frank Wess, Union Chapel, London, 1995. Creator: Brian Foskett
Frank Wess, Union Chapel, London, 1995. Frank Wess, American jazz saxophonist and flautist is best remembered for his time in Count Basies band from the early 1950s into the 1960s

Frank Wess, possibly 1990s. Creator: Brian Foskett
Frank Wess, possibly 1990s. Frank Wess, American jazz saxophonist and flautist is best remembered for his time in Count Basies band from the early 1950s into the 1960s

Pete Long, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Jan 2016. Artist: Brian O Connor
Pete Long, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Jan 2016

Pete Long and Claire Martin, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham, West Sussex, Jan 2016

Pete Long, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham, West Sussex, Jan 2016. Artist: Brian O Connor
Pete Long, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham, West Sussex, Jan 2016

Claire Martin and J Nicholas, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham, West Sussex, Jan 2016
Claire Martin and Julian Nicholas, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham, West Sussex, Jan 2016

Count Basie Orchestra and Frank Foster, Barbican, London, 1986. Artist: Brian O Connor
Count Basie Orchestra and Frank Foster, American tenor and soprano saxophonist, flautist, arranger, and composer, Barbican, London, 1986

Portrait of Count Basie, 1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
Portrait of Count Basie

The Count Basie Orchestra in concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1957. Joe Williams on vocals and Eddie Jones on double bass

Count Basie Orchestra saxophonist Frank Foster, c1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
Count Basie Orchestra saxophonist Frank Foster, c1950s

Charlie Fowlkes, baritone saxophonist with the Count Basie Orchestra, c1950s. Artist
Charlie Fowlkes, baritone saxophonist with the Count Basie Orchestra, c1950s

Marshall Royal and Frank Wess, saxophonists with the Count Basie Orchestra, c1950s

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The timeless magic of big band music comes alive on stage as The Count Basie Orchestra captivates the audience at the Royal Festival Hall in London, July 18, 1980. With their impeccable musicianship and infectious energy, they transport us back to the golden era of swing. Denis Williams' captivating photograph from the 1950s captures The Count Basie Orchestra in their element during a concert. Their synchronized movements and harmonious melodies create an atmosphere that is both exhilarating and soothing. Benny Goodman, the legendary American clarinetist, mesmerizes audiences with his virtuosity. His photograph from the 20th century showcases his passion for jazz and his ability to captivate listeners with every note he plays. In 1963, Duke Ellington's band graced Finsbury Park Astoria in London with their unparalleled talent. Brian Foskett's snapshot immortalizes this iconic moment when Ellington's compositions filled the air with elegance and sophistication. Sonny Payne's presence behind the drums during Basie Band performances in the 1960s adds an electrifying rhythm that keeps audiences on their feet. Brian Foskett perfectly captures Payne's dynamic energy through his lens. Sam Woodyard, an American jazz drummer from around 1963, brings a unique flair to each performance. Brian Foskett beautifully portrays Woodyard's dedication to his craft through this evocative image. Lawrence Brown enchants listeners with his soulful trombone playing captured by Brian Foskett in 1962. Brown’s rich tones resonate deep within our hearts as we are transported into another world by his musical prowess. Frank Wess exudes coolness as he effortlessly plays saxophone during a performance in the swinging sixties. Through Brian Foskett’s lens, we witness Wess’ undeniable talent and charisma shining brightly on stage.