A major clarinetist from New Orleans who has been largely forgotten through the years, Tony Parenti had a smooth sound and impressive technique. He was born in New Orleans in 1900 and was playing music professionally by 1914. Parenti was familiar with many of the Crescent City's jazz pioneers. He led his own groups starting in 1917 and recorded as early as 1925 but did not leave for New York until near the end of the decade. Parenti was technically skilled enough to work in studio orchestras and dance bands, and he spent a six-year stint with Ted Lewis' band. In 1945 he returned to jazz, playing with Eddie Condon, leading his own band at Jimmy Ryan's and spending four years living and playing in Florida. After he returned to New York, Parenti had an additional six-year stint at Jimmy Ryan's and stayed active until his 1972 death.
One of Tony Parenti's finest records was the aptly-titled Happy Jazz. Parenti, trumpeter Henry "Red" Allen and trombonist Tyree Glenn all had strong musical personalities, resulting in quite a few fireworks. Joined by pianist Hank Duncan, bassist Milt Hinton and drummer George Wettling, the band really romps on such numbers as "In the Good Old Summertime," "Maryland, My Maryland" and even "I've Been Working on the Railroad." In addition, Parenti is showcased on two duets with Duncan and a pair of trios that add Wettling, including "Maple Leaf Rag." Fans of New Orleans, trad and hot jazz will definitely want Happy Jazz. (by Scott Yanow)
One of Tony Parenti's finest records was the aptly-titled Happy Jazz. Parenti, trumpeter Henry "Red" Allen and trombonist Tyree Glenn all had strong musical personalities, resulting in quite a few fireworks. Joined by pianist Hank Duncan, bassist Milt Hinton and drummer George Wettling, the band really romps on such numbers as "In the Good Old Summertime," "Maryland, My Maryland" and even "I've Been Working on the Railroad." In addition, Parenti is showcased on two duets with Duncan and a pair of trios that add Wettling, including "Maple Leaf Rag." Fans of New Orleans, trad and hot jazz will definitely want Happy Jazz. (by Scott Yanow)
Original-LP: Jazztone J1215, außer 11.: Jazztone 10"-LP J1030
Recorded in New York, August 29, 1955
Recorded in New York, August 29, 1955
Personnel:
Henry "Red" Allen (trumpet)
Tyree Glenn (trombone)
Tony Parenti (clarinet)
Hank Duncan (piano)
Milt Hinton (bass)
George Wettling (drums)
Henry "Red" Allen (trumpet)
Tyree Glenn (trombone)
Tony Parenti (clarinet)
Hank Duncan (piano)
Milt Hinton (bass)
George Wettling (drums)
Tracklist:
01. In The Good Old Summertime (Traditional) 7.23
02. Frankie And Johnny (Traditional) 4.08
03. Tony's Rag (Parenti) 3.11
04. Maple Leaf Rag (Joplin) 4.34
05. Maryland My Maryland (Traditional) 6.09
06. Bill Bailey (Cannon) 4.21
07. The Blues (unknown) 3.37
08. Vieux Carré (Parenti) 3.39
09. City Of The Blues (Parenti) 4.27
10. Careless Love (Traditional) 5.38
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11. I've Been Working On The Railroad (Traditional) 4.33
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01. In The Good Old Summertime (Traditional) 7.23
02. Frankie And Johnny (Traditional) 4.08
03. Tony's Rag (Parenti) 3.11
04. Maple Leaf Rag (Joplin) 4.34
05. Maryland My Maryland (Traditional) 6.09
06. Bill Bailey (Cannon) 4.21
07. The Blues (unknown) 3.37
08. Vieux Carré (Parenti) 3.39
09. City Of The Blues (Parenti) 4.27
10. Careless Love (Traditional) 5.38
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11. I've Been Working On The Railroad (Traditional) 4.33
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