These guys turn 50 this year. Obviously none of them is 50 years old, but if you don't know this group, then you should get to know them. Formed in 1968, this all six-piece male vocal ensemble have made a name for their stunning singing, ranging from Renaissance polyphony to arrangement of more current hits. For me, I have always loved going through the huge numbers of arrangements that they have made available to us. Most of them are really approachable by the amateur ensemble, and over the years, some of their arrangements have become real Vocal Ensemble favourites. I try to make a point of teaching And So it Goes to every cohort, and this, along with Lonesome Road and She's Always a Woman will remain very dear to past and present members' hearts. The King's Singers have recently released Gold , a three-album compilation to celebrate their 50th Anniversary. Listen to it here . Vocal Ensemble, I look forward to taking you to their concert in January. ...
I know that Year 12 have been working hard already but perhaps you might consider listening to this very recent Jazz Library Radio 3 interview with Trumpeter Clark Terry (aka 'Mumbles') last Friday. "Mumbles" has performed with many well-known jazz musicians in his time, including Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Oscar Peterson. Recordings with these musicians can be heard in the interview. Listen again by clicking here or subscribe to the Jazz Library podcast here. You never know, it might help your Section C answers...