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Cheryl Morris a Tribute to Harry James |
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Travel From: Oregon |
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Travel Distance: 3500 |
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| An accomplished veteran in the world of Big Band vocals, Cheryl Morris was very active in the Los Angeles scene for many years. She worked exclusively with various name artists from the legendary Big Band era, along with some of it's greatest leaders. In 1975, she began a 15 years career as a Big Band vocalist when Orin Tucker hired her as a vocalist. In 1979 she began an 11 year association with The Harry James Orchestra that included appearances throughout the United States and Canada and tours for several cruise lines. Cheryl appeared regularly at Disneyland Carnation Plaza where she entertained thousands. Other memorable orchestras Cheryl has performed with include the Tex Beneke Orchestra, the Ray McKinley Orchestra and the Home Saving of America Big Band, which for 10 years produced Fabulous Forties shows nationwide with original artists from the era itself. Cheryl is also an accomplished veteran of the stage (dance and theatre). She began her theatrical career at a young age as a dancer with Baker's Dance Company in Los Angeles, performing throughout southern California. Her theatrical work is extensive, and includes such shows as the off Broadway show "The Big Broadcast of 1944" where Cheryl was featured with the Harry James Orchestra. She adds to her theatrical credits; I remember Mama, Come Blow Your Horn, Sweet Charity, Funny Girl, and Brigadoon. |
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Harry James, other Big Band Greats |
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Big Band Vocals |
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| As Harry's last female vocalist before his passing, I was fortunate enough to sing with him for 3 years (and with his ghost band for many years.) I tribute his remarkable gift, plus his talent for finding great female vocalists. I also tribute many other big bands and female vocalists from Helen Forrest, to Doris Day, to Peggy Lee and many more. I can size my band to fit your budget. |
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Song List |
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- Unforgettable
At Last
Ain't Misbehavin
Edleweiss
More
Five Foot Two
A'more
Mean to Me
Almost Like Being in Love
All of Me
Why Don't you Do Right
Emraceable You
New York, New York
Witchcraft
Nearness of You
You Nobody
Summerwind
Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy
All the Way
When I Fall in Love
Harry James Medley of his Hits
You Took Advantage of Me
Can't Smile Without You
Love Will Keep Us Together
La Vien Rose
All of Me
I'm Beginning to See the Light
Always
Around the World
Bye Bye Blackbird
Cararet
Lullaby of Birdland
Tangerine |
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Group Members |
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| Cheryl Morris, leader vocalist
Burgie Crandall, musical director, saxophone, a master teacher, veteran of the big band era, instructor at the Navy school of Music, Washington, DC, and current leader of the local Let’s Dance Band (Dancing with the Stars Arizona Big Band)
Clyde Reisinger, world class trumpet formally with Harry James and top big bands. |
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