Lud Gluskin et son jazz - Dinah

Lud Gluskin (1898-1989), described by many as one of the finest pit drummers ever led the only American band that most of its existence worked in France (from 1927 through 1934), where the orchestra was very successful and played with the greatest artists. Goldkette influence is evident. According to local laws, at least one-fourth of the orchestra was to be French, and the very best of these musicians were always used by Gluskin. The first records were made in 1927 as Lud Gluskin & His Versatile Juniors. The first quarter of 1929 was a busy one for the Gluskin Orchestra (by then renamed Lud Gluskin & his Ambassadonians. The band made several short subjects and signed "exclusive" contracts with 5 different record companies. Record collectors often refer to January, February and March, 1928, as a "marathon" recording session for the Paul Whiteman band which recorded over 20 titles. During the same period in 1929, Gluskin recorded over 110 tunes. This excellent record was made in 1932.