Biography
The San Francisco Starlight Orchestra is a jazz orchestra founded in 1984 by John Howard, specializing in ragtime and big band styles. Active for nearly two decades in California's ballrooms, the ensemble has been recognized for its faithful renditions of classic jazz repertoire, contributing to the preservation of traditional jazz sounds in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Fun Facts
- During an early 1990s recording session, cornetist Bob Schulz played on a cornet that had belonged to legendary jazz musician Bix Beiderbecke.
- The orchestra has performed in California ballrooms for almost two decades, evoking the magic of classic jazz eras.
- Founded by John Howard, it emerged as a dedicated ensemble for ragtime and big band music in the traditional jazz revival scene.
Musical Connections
Key Collaborators
- John Howard - Founder and leader (Various recordings and performances) [1984-present]
- Bob Schulz - Cornet player in recording session (Early 1990s recording session) [early 1990s]
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References
Heard on WWOZ
San Francisco Starlight Orchestra has been played 3 times on WWOZ 90.7 FM, New Orleans' jazz and heritage station.