Archive for the 'Broadway/Show Tunes' Category

Nora Bayes and Jack Norworth – “Turn Off Your Light Mr. Moon Man” mp3

This lovely duet by Nora Bayes and Jack Norworth has found it’s way to us from the original 78 RPM vinyl record from 1911, and the lush tones of their harmonies and accompaniment survive the trip beautifully. Great music from yer grandpappy’s time.

Nora Bayes and Jack Norworth – “Turn Off Your Light Mr. Moon Man” mp3

Harry Fox – “I’m Always Chasing Rainbows” mp3

A rare beauty from 1918, Harry Fox’s gorgeous rendition of I’m Always Chasing Rainbows is a real heart melter. Surprisingly good sound quality on this one, considering it was ripped from an original 78 RPM vinyl record.

Harry Fox – “I’m Always Chasing Rainbows” mp3

Clarice Vance – “Goodbye To Johnnie” mp3

Well this really says something about the times! When Clarice Vance sang Goodbye To Johnnie, she made quite a historical bookmark for us to enjoy these many years later.  Not that that’s what was on her mind, though!

Clarice Vance – “Goodbye To Johnnie” mp3

Frank Stanley and Grace Nelson – “Goodbye My Honey” mp3

A fabulous duet from 100 years ago! They don’t make ‘em like this anymore. Lovely accompaniment, funny lyrics, and a great arrangement, all add up to some entertainment, baby. Enjoy.

Frank Stanley and Grace Nelson – “Goodbye My Honey” mp3

Paul Whiteman with Bing Crosby – “Make Believe” mp3

Ah, such beauty. Bing Crosby and Paul Whiteman conjure up some fine images in this classic piece of sonic bliss. Make Believe indeed…And… Superb.

Paul Whiteman with Bing Crosby – “Make Believe” mp3

Irving Berlin – “Oh How That German Could Love” mp3

An unbelievable and seldom heard track by one of the greatest songwriters of all time. Ich bin einer Berlin…

Irving Berlin – “Oh How That German Could Love” mp3

Louis Armstrong – “Ain’t Misbehavin’” mp3

The great Louis Armstrong ladies and gentlemen. Roll up and swing to this classic hit…

Louis Armstrong – “Ain’t Misbehavin’” mp3