Big Bands of the U.K.

Joe Loss Orchestra.

Joshua Alexander Loss LVO. OBE. was born in London 22nd June 1909 - Died 6th June 1990 (80yrs)

The orchestra was one of the successful acts of the Big Band Era in the 1940s. Hits included "In the Mood", "Wheels Cha Cha", "The Stripper" and "March of the Mods" (The Finnjenka Dance).

The band still tours the U.K. under the direction of Todd Miller.

An example of the orchestra in the early days is available on You Tube link:-

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=qZ-kSPG9V0g

A Discography can be found on www.45-rpm.org.uk/dirj/joel.htm

Enjoy.