A Jazz Classic Reimagined by Opa on Violin
Minnie the Moocher is one of the most iconic jazz songs of all time. It was first recorded in 1931 by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra, and became the first jazz record to sell a million copies1. The song features Calloway’s signature scat singing, a vocal technique that uses meaningless syllables instead of lyrics to create melodies1. The song tells a tragic story of Minnie, a woman who falls into drugs and overdoses1.
The song has been covered by many artists over the years, but one of the most memorable versions was performed by Calloway himself in the 1980 film The Blues Brothers2. In this scene, Calloway leads a band and a choir in a lively rendition of Minnie the Moocher that gets the audience dancing and singing along.
Now, Opa, has created his own version of Minnie the Moocher on violin. He plays with passion and skill, capturing the spirit and energy of the original song. He also adds his own twists and variations to make it his own. You can watch his amazing performance here:
If you love jazz music and violin playing, you don’t want to miss this unique and exciting performance by Opa. He will make you feel like you are part of the history of Minnie the Moocher.