The Kenny Clarke/Francy Boland Big Band was launched in Europe in 1961 by American drummer Kenny Clarke, Belgian pianist Francy Boland and American bassist Jimmy Woode. It recorded more than 15 albums and was on par with the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra. [Photo above of Kenny Clarke]
In October 1967, the Kenny Clarke/Francy Boland Big Band was on tour …
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