Cab Calloway Orchestra

The Cab Calloway Orchestra was a prominent American jazz and swing band led by vocalist and bandleader Cab Calloway, active mainly during the 1930s and 1940s. Known for energetic performances, charismatic stage presence, and hits like "Minnie the Moocher," the orchestra blended lively jazz, big band swing, and playful vocal scat singing. It played a significant role in shaping the jazz and swing eras, performing in nightclubs, theaters, and on radio, and contributed to the popularization of jazz music in mainstream culture. The orchestra's dynamic style and Calloway's showmanship made it a celebrated and influential part of American musical history.