sax, voc, 1906-1988 US
Musician of Jazz and Pop
A.k.a. Kai Peter Anthon Ervans Nielsen
Danish clarinetist, alto saxophonist and band leader (April 10, 1906 – April 3, 1988). Professional musician from the age of 15, touring in Europe and the US. Back home he joined the orchestra of Kaj Julian Olsen and 1932-1936 Erik Tuxen Og Hans Orkester before forming his own band that became a career starting point for such artists as Erik Parker (2) and Henry Hagemann. Band vocalists included Ingelise Rune, Raquel Rastenni and Freddy Albeck. In 1947 Ewans paused his musical career and left Denmark to become a businessman in the US. From 1960 to 1964 he had a Beverly Hills restaurant totgether with jazz saxophonist Benny Carter. In the late 60's he returned to Denmark and to music as well before settling again in the US until his death.
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Title | Artist | Year | Type |
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Jeg Kan Aldrig Slå Mig Til Ro Et Sted | Kai Ewans, Aase Werrild | 1970 | Single |
Det Bedste Lille Sted I Verden / Det Er Så Lidt Der Skal Til | Kai Ewans Og Hans Orkester Refr.: Kai Ewans | Album | |
Den Gyldne Swingtid | Leo Mathisen, Kai Ewans, Peter Rasmussen, Svend Asmussen | Compil. | |
Night And Day / I Can't Give You Anything But Love | Kai Ewans' Danseorkester Sang: Kai Ewans | Album | |
Swingtime | Kai Ewans / Leo Mathisen / Svend Asmussen / Peter Rasmussen | Compil. |
Kai Ewans And His Swinging 16 Jazz |
Kai Ewans Kvartet Pop |
Kai Ewans Og Hans Orkester Pop and Jazz |
Kai Ewans Og Hans Stjerne-Solister Jazz and Pop |
Kai Ewans' Danseorkester Jazz and Pop |