Legendary jazz singer and bandleader Cabell "Cab" Calloway III was known for his energetic stage presence (see below! ) and "scat" singing. Calloway led one of the most popular big bands, “Cab Calloway and his Orchestra,” featuring such performers as trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie and saxophonists Ben Webster. By the late 1930s, Cab's band was one of the top grossing acts in jazz. History has it, that Cab Calloway learned how to scat from legendary jazz musician Louis Armstrong, whom he had met as a

Vintage Black Dance Scenes (1930s–1940s) | Cab Calloway, Lena Horne & Rare Film Clips ⸻ Step into the rhythm, elegance, and brilliance of African American dance during the 1930s and 1940s. This curated compilation features short clips from classic films showcasing unforgettable performances by legends such as Cab Calloway, Lena Horne, The Jubalaires, and other remarkable artists of the era. These scenes capture the joy, innovation, and cultural influence of Black dancers and performers at a time

This 1932 Betty Boop short MINNIE THE MOOCHER opens with Cab Calloway and his orchestra. The animators used this live performance as the basis for rotoscoping, which turned his exact dance moves into the cartoon! ✨ | the.vintage.era