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Ensemble

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Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Frank DeVol & His Orchestra was a prominent classical music ensemble that was active during the mid-20th century. The ensemble was founded by Frank DeVol, a renowned American composer, arranger, and conductor, who was known for his contributions to the film and television industry. Frank DeVol & His Orchestra was known for its unique blend of classical and popular music, which made it a popular choice among audiences of all ages. Frank DeVol was born on September 20, 1911, in Moundsville, West Virginia. He began his music career as a violinist, but later switched to the trombone. He started his professional career as a musician in the 1930s, playing with various bands and orchestras. In the 1940s, he began working as a composer and arranger for the film industry, and his work was featured in several popular films of the time, including "The Glass Menagerie" and "The Dirty Dozen." In 1949, Frank DeVol decided to form his own orchestra, which he named Frank DeVol & His Orchestra. The ensemble consisted of some of the most talented musicians of the time, including trumpeter Pete Candoli, saxophonist Bud Shank, and drummer Shelly Manne. The ensemble's unique blend of classical and popular music quickly gained popularity, and it soon became one of the most sought-after ensembles in the country. Frank DeVol & His Orchestra's first major performance was at the Hollywood Bowl in 1950. The ensemble performed a program of classical and popular music, which was well-received by the audience. The performance was a major success, and it helped to establish Frank DeVol & His Orchestra as a prominent classical music ensemble. Over the years, Frank DeVol & His Orchestra performed at several major venues and events, including the Newport Jazz Festival, the Monterey Jazz Festival, and the Hollywood Bowl. The ensemble also performed on several popular television shows, including "The Ed Sullivan Show" and "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson." One of the highlights of Frank DeVol & His Orchestra's career was their performance at the 1958 Academy Awards ceremony. The ensemble performed the theme from the film "The Big Country," which was nominated for Best Original Score. The performance was well-received by the audience, and it helped to establish Frank DeVol & His Orchestra as one of the most talented ensembles of the time. In addition to their performances, Frank DeVol & His Orchestra also recorded several albums throughout their career. Their first album, "Music for Peaceful Moments," was released in 1955 and featured a collection of classical and popular music. The album was a major success, and it helped to establish Frank DeVol & His Orchestra as a prominent recording ensemble. Frank DeVol & His Orchestra continued to perform and record throughout the 1960s and 1970s. In 1975, the ensemble released their final album, "The World We Knew," which featured a collection of popular songs from the time. The album was a major success, and it helped to cement Frank DeVol & His Orchestra's legacy as one of the most talented and versatile ensembles of the mid-20th century. Throughout their career, Frank DeVol & His Orchestra received several awards and honors for their contributions to the music industry.

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