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‘Parisomania'? Jack Hylton and the French connection.
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| Journal publication date | 11/2008 |
|---|---|
| Journal | Journal of the Royal Musical Association |
| Journal number | 2 |
| Volume | 133 |
| Number of pages | 48 |
| Pages | 270-317 |
| Original language | English |
Abstract
Like many figures in popular music, the British dance bandleader and entrepreneur Jack Hylton (1892-1965) has been largely forgotten. Through concert tours of France and nostalgic recordings with Chevalier, Hylton forged a connection which peaked at the Paris Opéra. Despite his large French-related repertory, which included ‘jazz’ arrangements of Stravinsky’s Mavra, Ravel’s Boléro and chansons, his American-influenced style was ultimately international. If his obsession justified the quip of ‘Parisomania’, there was reason in his madness.
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