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John Scott Trotter's Orchestra was a prominent classical music ensemble that was active during the mid-20th century. The orchestra was founded by John Scott Trotter, a renowned American arranger, composer, and conductor, who was known for his work with some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, and Ella Fitzgerald. John Scott Trotter was born on June 14, 1908, in Charlotte, North Carolina. He began his music career as a pianist and arranger for various radio stations in the 1920s. In the 1930s, he moved to Hollywood and started working as a staff arranger for Paramount Pictures. He soon became one of the most sought-after arrangers in the industry, working on numerous films and radio shows. In 1937, John Scott Trotter formed his own orchestra, which quickly gained popularity for its unique sound and style. The orchestra consisted of some of the most talented musicians of the time, including trumpeter Ziggy Elman, saxophonist Skeets Herfurt, and drummer Nick Fatool. The orchestra's repertoire included a mix of classical music, jazz, and popular songs, which appealed to a wide audience. One of the highlights of John Scott Trotter's Orchestra's career was their collaboration with Bing Crosby. The orchestra worked with Crosby on numerous recordings and radio shows, including the popular radio program "Kraft Music Hall." The orchestra's arrangements of Crosby's songs, such as "White Christmas" and "Silent Night," became instant classics and are still played today. Another notable performance by John Scott Trotter's Orchestra was their appearance in the 1946 film "The Road to Utopia," starring Bing Crosby and Bob Hope. The orchestra provided the music for several musical numbers in the film, including "Personality" and "Goodtime Charlie." In addition to their work with Crosby, John Scott Trotter's Orchestra also worked with other prominent artists, such as Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Judy Garland. The orchestra's arrangements of these artists' songs helped to define the sound of popular music during the mid-20th century. John Scott Trotter's Orchestra received numerous awards and accolades throughout their career. In 1942, the orchestra won a Grammy Award for Best Arrangement for their version of "Chattanooga Choo Choo." They were also nominated for several other Grammy Awards throughout the years. Despite their success, John Scott Trotter's Orchestra disbanded in the late 1950s, as the popularity of big bands began to wane. John Scott Trotter continued to work as a composer and arranger until his death in 1975. Today, John Scott Trotter's Orchestra is remembered as one of the most influential classical music ensembles of the mid-20th century. Their unique sound and style helped to define the sound of popular music during that time, and their arrangements of classic songs continue to be played and enjoyed by music lovers around the world.

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