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Lovely jazz

Classic Dixieland jazz tunes. Recommended popular songs.

Dixieland jazz, the genre that emerged in New Orleans.

Also known as New Orleans jazz or hot jazz, it’s recognized as a highly important genre that helped spread awareness of classic jazz.

That said, because of the era in which it flourished, there actually aren’t many widely known songs.

So, this time, I’d like to introduce some classic Dixieland jazz masterpieces!

Every track features a classy, classic melody—perfect for anyone who loves atmospheric jazz.

Dixieland jazz masterpieces. Recommended popular songs (41–50)

Mandy, make up your mindTurk Murphy’s Jazz Band

Mandy Make up your Mind – Turk Murphy’s Jazz Band 1987
Mandy, make up your mindTurk Murphy's Jazz Band

A performance of “Mandy, Make Up Your Mind” by trombonist Turk Murphy and his jazz band.

Clarinet: Ron Deeter; tuba: Bill Carroll; banjo: Bill Armstrong; and others.

This Wonderful WorldDannie Balser Band

“What a Wonderful World” performed by a band led by trumpeter Danny Balzar, with vocals by Jeri Eckert, tenor saxophone and clarinet by Dick Lockwood, guitar by Jimmy Spiro, and others.

Oh! Didn’t He RumbleMission Gold Jazz Band

“Oh! Didn’t He Ramble” ~ Mission Gold Jazz Band @ Monterey Dixieland Jazz Bash by the Bay ~ 2010
Oh! Didn’t He RumbleMission Gold Jazz Band

Performance of “Oh! Didn’t He Ramble” by the Mission Gold Jazz Band.

Members: trombone—John Suris, clarinet—Earl Shaylor, cornet—Dick Williams, and others.

Shake It and Break ItShotgun Jazz Band

Shotgun Jazz Band ‘Shake It and Break It’
Shake It and Break ItShotgun Jazz Band

The Shotgun Jazz Band performing “Shake It and Break It.” Members: Trumpet: Maria Dickson; Trombone: Charlie Halloran; Clarinet: Craig Flory; and others.

The Minor DrugHIIGH SIERRA JAZZ BAND

“MINOR DRAG”: HIIGH SIERRA JAZZ BAND at DIXIELAND MONTEREY (March 2, 2012)
The Minor DrugHIIGH SIERRA JAZZ BAND

Performance of “The Minor Drag” by the High Sierra Jazz Band.

Members: saxophone – Pieter Meijers, cornets – Brian Shaw and Marc Caparone, trombone – Howard Miyata, and others.