Stan Kenton: My World Is Music

Atlantic City

English · Music, Radio

Stan Kenton’s My World Is Music presents the bandleader in a musical radio setting, with Kenton’s distinctive big-band sound at its center. The program offers a chance to hear the orchestra’s bold brass, driving rhythms, and polished ensemble playing in a performance associated with Atlantic City.

Kenton’s music blends the energy of swing with ambitious arrangements and a modern, expansive sound. The listening experience is shaped by the contrast between powerful full-band passages and more measured musical moments, showcasing the orchestra as both a tightly coordinated ensemble and a vehicle for Kenton’s distinctive musical vision.

For listeners drawn to classic big-band jazz, this broadcast offers an engaging snapshot of Kenton’s musical world: brassy, rhythmic, and richly arranged.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.