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Swinging Through Time

Discover the captivating moments of the King of Swing

Benny Goodman, a pivotal figure in jazz history, redefined music with his innovative clarinet performances and vibrant orchestras. This stunning collection from the Bettmann Archives showcases iconic images of Goodman, from electrifying performances to intimate moments offstage. Each photograph captures the essence of an era where jazz flourished, highlighting Goodman’s influence on American music.

65 Items

Portrait Of Band Leader Benny Goodman

Benny Goodman Playing Clarinet

Benny Goodman And His Orchestra

Benny Goodman On The Clarinet With Band

Paul Robeson and Benny Goodman

Benny Goodman At Microphone W/Clarinet

Benny Goodman & Martha Tilton Performing

Benny Goodman Playing Clarinet

Benny Goodman Posing W/Brass Instruments

Benny Goodman Posing Playing Clarinet

Benny Goodman Posing With Clarinet

Clarinetist Benny Goodman and Band in Concert

Benny Goodman Playing the Clarinet

Goodman and Krupa Playing Together

Benny Goodman's Swing Band with Dancers

Benny Goodman Greeting Audience at Paramount Theater

Benny Goodman Fans at Paramount Theater

Benny Goodman and Harry James

Benny Goodman

Benny Goodman Playing at the Waldorf Astoria

Benny Goodman at the Hotel Pennsylvania

Benny Goodman Band Playing on Stage

Benny Goodman Playing on Capitol Steps

Orchestra Leader Benny Goodman Smiling

Benny Goodman Crowns Queen at Dance

Edwin Mcarthur And Benny Goodman

Benny Goodman and Frank Sinatra Switching Roles

Benny Goodman and Band Performing

Benny Goodman with Musicians in Studio

Benny Godman Posing

Bobby-Soxers Enjoying Benny Goodman Concert

Dancers and Musicans at the Savoy

Benny Goodman Having a Jam Session

Benny Goodman's Wife & Child At Home

Benny Goodman Takes Break with Gene Krupa

Benny Goodman Playing Clarinet

Benny Goodman Posing With Alice Faye

Benny Goodman During Radio Broadcast

Benny Goodman Feeding Baby

Benny Goodman Playing With Band

Music Celebrities Standing at Piano

The Benny Goodman Sextet Practicing

Benny Goodman at Piano with Band Members

Benny Goodman Being Wired for Sound

Steve Allen and Benny Goodman

Herbie Fields With Daughter

Benny Goodman Auditions Female Vocalists

Benny Goodman Playing His Clarinet at Party

Benny Goodman Performing for Large Audience

Benny Goodman Playing with Boston Symphony

Crowd Funeral Procession for Billie Holiday

Benny Goodman and King Bhumiphol

Benny Goodman Playing in Moscow

President John F. Kennedy and Benny Goodman

Benny Goodman Playing a Musical Instrument

Portrait of Benny Goodman

Musicians Standing Together

Benny Goodman

Chris Griffin

Musicians Performing at Newport Jazz Festival

Musician Benny Goodman Holding His Clarinet

Benny Goodman Pausing by Drums

Lionel Hampton Performs with Benny Goodman

Ronald and Nancy Reagan with Kennedy Center Honorees

Eleanor Roosevelt At President's Birthday Ball


Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to his legacy, these images offer a glimpse into the life

of a true musical pioneer who brought swing to the forefront of popular culture

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