We're saluting trumpeter, composer and arranger #NeilHefti who wrote such tunes as "Girl Talk," "Cute," The Batman and the Odd Couple TV score and then this beauty of "Lil Darlin" recorded in 1960 in Milan, Italy by the Count Basie Orchestra. | JazzCorner

The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra is swinging into Malmö, Sweden on November 12th at 7:30 PM! 🇸🇪🎶 Experience an unforgettable night of timeless jazz, unmatched groove, and world-class musicianship. Don’t miss your chance to witness history live on stage, Seats are going fast! 🎺🎷 🎟️ Get your tickets now and be part of the magic: www.thecountbasieorchestra.com #CountBasieOrchestra #LiveInSweden #MalmöJazz #SwingIsTheThing #JazzLegends #BasieForever | Count Basie

Step inside of Birdland in 1956 with Count Basie as Steve Allen goes live from New York City. Count Basie and his Orchestra light up the Sunday Night stage. Pure magic from a moment in jazz history. 🎹✨ If it was 1956 and you were in Birdland that night, who would you want to see share the stage with the Count? Comment Below ⬇️ #CountBasie #CountBasieOrchestra #JazzHistory #Birdland #SwingEra #BigBandJazz #SteveAllen #JazzLegends | Count Basie