Benny Featherstone: Prince of Good Fellows (1996)
The life and times of a legendary Melbourne musician who lived life with the brakes off. Arguably the first notable Australian jazz improvisor, he mastered many instruments - trumpet, trombone, clarinet and piano. But most of all he was and excellent drummer. Throughout the thirties Benny played hot jazz in a multitude of bands, inspired perhaps by hearing the " hot Harlem rhythms" of the Ellington and Armstrong bands in London during a 1933 visit.
Director: Nigel Buesst
Runtime: 66 min
Release Date: January 1, 1996
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Benny Featherstone: Prince of Good Fellows about?
- The life and times of a legendary Melbourne musician who lived life with the brakes off. Arguably the first notable Australian jazz improvisor, he mastered many instruments - trumpet, trombone, clarinet and piano. But most of all he was and excellent drummer. Throughout the thirties Benny played hot jazz in a multitude of bands, inspired perhaps by hearing the " hot Harlem rhythms" of the Ellington and Armstrong bands in London during a 1933 visit.
- Who directed Benny Featherstone: Prince of Good Fellows?
- Benny Featherstone: Prince of Good Fellows was directed by Nigel Buesst.
- How long is Benny Featherstone: Prince of Good Fellows?
- Benny Featherstone: Prince of Good Fellows has a runtime of 1h 6m (66 minutes).