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Fess Williams and His Joy Boys
GenresJazz, Big band
Years active1928

Fess Williams and His Joy Boys was a band of clarinetist Fess Williams during 1928.

Brief history

During 1928 Williams took a short break from leading the Royal Flush Orchestra to front Dave Peyton's band in Chicago at the Regal Theatre under the name Fess Williams and His Joy Boys. During this time they recorded two sides on Vocalion Records, Dixie Stomp and Drifting and Dreaming.[1] While still in Chicago he continued to play at the Savoy as the Royal Flush.[2]

Band members

  • Eddie Atkins - Trombone
  • Ralph Brown - Alto Saxophone
  • Lawrence Dixon - Banjo, Vocals
  • William Franklin - Trombone
  • Clarence Lee - Violin
  • Joe McCutchin - Violin
  • Norvel Morton - Tenor Saxophone, Flute
  • Sudie Reynaud - Bass
  • Fats Robin - Trumpet
  • Ruben Reeves - Trumpet
  • Jasper Taylor - Drums
  • Bobby Wall - Violin
  • Professor Stanley Williams - Clarinet, Leader

References

  1. ^ Classic Jazz by Scott Yanow Google Books
  2. ^ Fess Williams and his Royal Flush Orchestra Red Hot Jazz
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