Larry Clinton & His Orchestra

Larry Clinton & His Orchestra was one of the standout swing bands during the 1930s and early 1940s. Larry Clinton started out as a talented arranger and trumpet player before forming his own orchestra in the late '30s. His band became known for their smooth, danceable swing arrangements and popularized a number of hits during the big band era. One of their most famous tunes is “Dipsy Doodle,” a catchy, upbeat number that became a signature of the group’s style.

Clinton had a knack for reworking classical pieces into jazzy pop hits, such as “My Reverie,” which was based on a Debussy composition. His orchestra featured several prominent vocalists over the years, including Bea Wain, whose lush vocals helped propel many of their songs up the charts. Though his career was interrupted by service in World War II, Larry Clinton & His Orchestra left a lasting impression on the swing era with a sound that was both refined and irresistibly toe-tapping.

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