Vintage signed 10 x 8 inch photograph of the American jazz and big band drummer and composer, known for his highly energetic and flamboyant style, shown here in a drum duel with Buddy Rich, being enthusiastically conducted by a literally levitating Lionel Hampton. Boldy signed in red ink "To Paul / Thank you for the Hospitality / Gene Krupa." Fine.
London and Sydney: Pan Books Ltd.. 1985. Uncommon signed and inscribed book from the American musician, singer and songwriter, an influential figure in popular music and culture for more than six decades. Inscribed to "A real friend. To Dick, May God bless you, Little Richard" on front free endpaper, and signed additionally on the inside rear cover by three others, including British best-selling author, journalist and former PR, Chris Hutchins, who ghosted Little Richard's autobiography in 1961. Some creasing and wear to corners and spine, light yellowing, else fine. Paperback, 8vo. 255 pp. Read More...
Bold autograph signature on music manuscript paper from the influential American jazz pianist, composer and arranger who had a highly unique improvisational style and who made numerous contributions to the standard jazz repertoire, including "Epistrophy", "'Round Midnight", "Blue Monk", "Straight, No Chaser" and "Well, You Needn't." Considered one of the most important, and eccentric, figures in modern jazz, he spent most of his life in New York City, playing in nightclubs; in the 1940s, he was one of the first players of bebop. His style is astringent, marked by discordant harmonies, alternating rhythms, and melodic interpretations. There is a subtle mixture of cynicism, humor, and warmth in his interpretations. Read More...
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Paris: Paul Beuscher. Sheet music for Piaf's celebrated anti-war song, featuring a striking surrealist cover of four floating Piaf faces. A little toned and worn around the edges, otherwise fine. 2 pp. 17.5 x 27 cm. Read More...
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Exceedingly rare group of items from the French jazz guitarist and composer who was one of the most influential guitarists of his time. He was the creator of the “hot” jazz style of guitar playing, created after two of his fingers on his playing hand were paralyzed from a fire. He died in 1951 at the age of 43 from a brain hemorrhage. Read More...
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Signed photograph of the Grammy-winning American jazz tenor saxophonist widely recognized as one of the most important and influential jazz musicians. A number of his compositions, including "St. Thomas", "Oleo", "Doxy", and "Airegin", have become jazz standards. Glossy 8 x 10 color publicity photo of Rollins with his tenor saxophone, signed in black felt tip, “Stay Well, Sonny Rollins.” Fine.
Vintage glossy 8 x 10 inch publicity bust photograph, signed and inscribed in fountain pen "Warmest Regards to a Swell fellow - 'Pat' from Jack Teagarden." In very fine condition, an ideal example from the most famous trombonist of his day.
Very early signed photograph of the great American jazz vocalist and pianist, a gifted song stylist known for her rich voice and perfect pitch. Her many hits include "It's Magic," "Body and Soul," and "Broken-Hearted Melody."
Photograph Signed and Inscribed, "To Charlie / yours Vocally / Sarah / Vaughan," bust portrait by Kriegsmann. 8 x 10 inches. A number of creases the the image and edges, repaired tear lower left, mounting losses/remnants on verso.
Signed printed receipt, signed in full "Thomas 'Fats' Waller" in pencil and dated May 4, 1937 by the great Fats, who acknowledges a payment of $100 from E. Milsher. Fine. Read More...
A rare 8 x 10 inch photograph by James Kriegsman, signed by the American singer known as "Queen of the Blues" in blue ink " "Musically your, Dinah Washington." Corners very slightly worn, else fine.
Despite her early death, Washington is generally regarded as one of the most influential vocalists of the twentieth century.
Early postcard photograph of the celebrated American blues and jazz vocalist and actress in a fabulous outfit and ecstatic pose, boldly signed "Sincerely Ethel Waters." Image slightly speckled but in otherwise fine condition. 3.5 x 5.5 inches.
A rare autograph signature from the esteemed and influential blues musician. One of his earliest tunes, “Rollin’ Stone,” became the name of the super-successful British rock group and later a periodical ("Rolling Stone") which ranked him as one of the “100 Greatest Artists of All Time” in 2004.
Clipped from the conclusion of a letter, "So Thank Very Much Your Turly [sic] / Muddy Waters." 5.5 x 1.5 inches, affixed to a slightly larger sheet along the edges with tape.
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DS from the esteemed and influential blues musician. 1 page, letterhead of the Chicago Federation of Musicians / Miscellaneous Musical Services Contract, 8.5 x 14, February 21, 1971. Agreement between Alice's Revisited and Muddy Waters, who was hired to provide his services for a "benefit concert...evening 1 hour show." Signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Muddy Waters. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Together with the associated Employer and Local 10-208 carbon copies replicating the original. Read More...
Original press photograph showing the great soul singer posing for photographers after arriving in London for his 1975 British tour. Some spotting and wrinkling; overall in very good condition. 25.3 x 20.3 cm.
Signed 8 x 10 inch matte Jackson of NY photograph of bandleader Paul Whiteman, signed and inscribed in bold green ink: "For the mother of the three sweetest From an old Fat Fiddler Paul Whiteman."
The Boswell Sisters, famous radio and recording stars of the 1930s, toured with Whiteman in 1933. The present photograph was inscribed to their mother and comes from the estate of the daughter of one of the Boswell Sisters.
Signed photograph from the singer who Billie Holiday dubbed "Prez," short for "President of the Tenor Saxophone." His melodic style influenced subsequent generations of saxophonists, including Charlie Parker and Stan Getz. Famous for his porkpie hat and his hipster language - he is said to have popularized the use of the term "cool" to mean something fashionable - he finally succumbed, after a long struggle, to alcoholism at the age of 49. Read More...
An important and interesting collection of five original pencil drawings of various sizes, together with a signed program and an original photograph. Simply matted and backed (not attached) by foamcore, inscribed on the verso with details in the hand of Frederick Maddox. Provenance: The estate of Frederick Maddox/Lincoln Kirstein. Details as follows: Read More...