#AprilShowers​ Dan Gabel and His Rhythm (solo orchestra) play: 
Composed by: Louis Silvers and B. G. DeSylva (1921)
'Centennial' Arrangement by: Dan Gabel (2021)

This song is particularly meaningful for me this year. As the May flowers begin to bloom, so has a new hope for a return to normalcy and LIVE music. Written exactly 100 years ago, I wanted to play the tune, but also include the wonderful verse, and also interpolate a little "Singing in the Rain" as I sat down to write the chart on a lovely rainy April afternoon in quarantine. I'm happy with the results, but don't take myself too seriously.
I hope this puts a smile on your face with a century-old message that is as timeless and meaningful as ever! 
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Instrument info:
6 Trombones
Trombone 1-5: 1935 #King​ #Silvertone​ 
Trombone 6: Benge 190T
Drums: 1929 #Leedy​ with custom lit bass drum/pedal action
Baritone Ukulele: 2017 Cordoba 22B
Piano: 2002 Yamaha 120-P

Arrangement:
Judy Green paper and Dixon # 2 pencil #handcopy​

Mics: 
#Telefunken​ M90
#Shure​ PG-81

Mixing and Mastering:
LogicPro X #LogicProX​

Video:
FinalCut ProX #FCPX​

Arrangement Copyright 2021 by Dan Gabel, ASCAP.
Copyright Gabel Music, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Clarinet: John Clark
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Tuba: Ben Griffin
Piano: Ross Petot
Drums: Jim Gancarz

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