The Benson Orchestra of Chicago Top Songs Greatest Hits and Chart Singles Discography
The Benson Orchestra of Chicago was an American musical ensemble that was popular during the 1920s. Founded by Edgar A. Benson, its members at different times included saxophonist Frankie Trumbauer, drummer Gene Krupa, and pianists Roy Bargy and, later, Don Bestor, who served as its musical directors. == History == The orchestra was established in 1920 by Edgar Archibald Benson (1878–1946), a St. Louis-born cellist who had become an impresario responsible for managing and booking many bands in Chicago after... [more on Wikipedia]
The Benson Orchestra of Chicago began charting in 1921 with Ain't We Got Fun?.The artist placed 18 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 16 of which reached the Top‑10.
Top songs: #1: Say it While Dancing - #2: Bimini Bay - #3: When Lights Are Low - #4: Tea for Two - #5: Copenhagen
