In 1954, as the record industry expanded to meet increased demand, Stan Kenton was keen on retaining key members of his orchestra. Many of these top artists were restless to make names for themselves and lead recording sessions. To keep them in the fold, Kenton launched a 12-inch LP series for Capitol under the banner "Stan Kenton Presents." The series …
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