St. Louis Blues

Sidney Bechet & the Chamber Music Society of Lower Basin Street

Sidney Bechet was a renowned jazz musician, known primarily for his mastery of the clarinet and soprano saxophone. He was a prominent figure in the early stages of jazz, contributing to the development of the New Orleans jazz style. Bechet's distinctive sound and virtuosic playing style made him one of the most influential and celebrated jazz musicians of his time. The Chamber Music Society of Lower Basin Street was a radio show in the 1940s that aimed to bring classical music and jazz together. While Bechet did not directly collaborate with the society, his music and style were often featured on the program. more »