London: Big O Posters Ltd. [1968]. 30 x 20 inches, 76 x 50 3/4 cm. Striking metallic poster printed on foil, the design by Martin Sharp, a psychedelic adaptation of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel fresco The Creation of Man (1511-12). High art meets high art in this glistening piece of Sixties psychedelia, a companion piece to Sharp's more famous Wheels of Fire album cover of the same date for English rock band Cream. The two works, as printed in black ink on silver foil-coated card, present Christian and Eastern religious icons in a manner accessible to a Sixties audience familiar with the effects of hallucinogenic drugs such as LSD and marijuana. The text of Live Give Love reflects the dominant themes of peace and love which were at the heart of the counterculture and hippie movement between 1966-8, reaching their peak in the United States and United Kingdom during 1967's Summer of Love. The present example of the famous poster is from the collection of former Beatle, Ringo Starr. Some light creases to the edges, difficult to image given the relective nature of the foil, but in overall fine condition.
Signed and inscribed 5 x 7 inch Bruno of Hollywood photograph of the immensely gifted musician, regarded as one of the greatest trumpet players in the history of jazz. He died at the age of 33 from complications resulting from cirrhosis of the liver. In fine condition. Rare.
Fantastic original photograph of the Father of Rock 'n' Roll greeting the young man who would become the King of Pop. Dated on the verso: December 23, 1980. 7.75 x 9.25 inches.
A rare 1959 promotional brochure about the important jazz ensemble, signed on the cover by all four members of the "classic" quartet: Brubeck, Paul Desmond on saxophone, Joe Morello on drums, and Eugene Wright on bass. 12 pp. Some light stains to the cover. Read More...
Signed photograph of the country music legend, seen ca. 1970's-1980's in a later glossy sepia reprint. In very fine condition. 8 x 10 inches (20.3 x 25.8 cm).
Double LP cover from the country star's 1981 compilation Greatest Hits (& Some That Will Be), folding out to reveal a huge photograph signed and inscribed by Nelson and dated [19]94. The front panel of the LP cover has been removed, but the large photograph and back cover with track listing remain intact and in fine condition. The LP is not included. Total size unfolded: 12.25 x 24.75 inches (31.3 x 62.7 cm).
Original 1959 LP (Columbia WS316) of the great German actress and singer performing in Rio de Janeiro, boldly signed and inscribed in red pen on the cover to Nat King Cole: "To Nat because he is responsible for this - with all my love, respect and admiration, Marlene." Wear to edges of cover back and front, record seemingly in good condition though untested, else fine. Read More...
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[Jazz & Song]
Fitzgerald, Ella. (1917–1996). Autograph Signature with Lyrics from Two of her Most Celebrated Hits
A very special autograph signature from the First Lady of Song, with the titles of two of her most celebrated hits inscribed in her hand: "Let's get together" and "A-Tisket, A-Tasket." Both songs were performed with Chick Webb and his orchestra, 1934's "Let's get together" being the group's theme song, and "A-Tisket, A-Tasket," Fitzgerald and Al Feldman's adaptation of the old nursery rhyme, a peppy breakthrough hit in 1938. She has signed on a small album leaf, 5 x 7 inches, and another hand has dated: July 17, 1940. This is the only example we have encountered of Ella writing out lyrics from her songs in an autograph context.
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A large caricature portrait of the First Lady of Song boldly signed and inscribed at the left: "To Zena, all the best, Ella Fitzgerald." The artist, Canadian caricaturist Ted Michener, was employed in Toronto from the 1960's to the 1990's, and the dedicatee, Zena Cheevers, was a dancer and booking agent for the Imperial Room in Toronto, where Ella Fitzgerald performed several times in the 1970's and 80's. 12 x 17 inches, printed on semi-gloss Kodak paper, small stain upper margin, a few other small stray marks and light creases, else fine.
Original 1940's photograph of Duke Ellington's band in performance, signed by alto sax player Johnny Hodges and trumpeter and violinist Ray Nance. Ellington is seen from behind seated at an upright piano. Hodges is visible just over his right shoulder and has signed along the upper area of the photograph, with Nance signing on his image at the left. We have not previously seen this wonderful image. 10 x 8 inches. Mounting remnants on verso, small areas of surface loss and creasing to corners, else very good.
Uncommon original silver gelatin photograph of the vocal legend perched on the arm of a sofa, smiling broadly and holding a cocktail. Holiday has signed and inscribed in black fountain pen lower left: "With Love / to you Both / Billie Holiday." 20 x 28.5 cm. Light creases/nicks to corners and edges, mounting remnants on verso, slight yellowing in center of image, else fine. The skilled photographer is unknown. Read More...
Fantastically over-the-top 1966 press photograph of the American musician, singer and songwriter, an influential figure in popular music and culture for more than six decades. Original press caption on the verso dated November 22, 1966: "The famous rock singer Little Richard arrived in Britain yesterday from America for a club and ballroom tour... He has been a friend of heavyweight champion Cassius Clay for five years, he said. 'We met in New York the other day,' he said. 'Cassius said he was prettier - but look at me. I'm much more pretty, thank God.'... " A great image in very fine condition. 8 x 10 inches (20.3 x 25.7 cm).
Exceptional signed photograph of the black band leader who died at 45 in 1947 when he suddenly collapsed; rumors persist that he was poisoned by a racist restaurant owner who was very reluctant to feed his band. A rare vintage glossy 8 x 10 photograph of Lunceford, signed in fountain "Best Wishes from Jimmy Lunceford / 10/24/35" and by members of the Jimmie Lunceford Orchestra including Russell Bowles, Paul Webster, Elmer Crumbley, Edie Tompkins, Jimmy Crawford, Joe Thomas, Moses Allen, Billie Smith, Ted Bucknar, Gerald WIlson, Earl Carruthers, Jimmie Young, Dan Grissam, Eddie Durham and Al Norris.
Original Schaeffer photograph of the great baritone sax player, arranger, and composer early on in his career, boldly signed and inscribed to Willy Faes, Belgian jazz producer.: "To Willie / Many thanks for two fine concerts. / Gerry Mulligan / Brussells / Mar. 25, '56." 20.5 x 25 cm. Toned and stained around the edges, else fine. Read More...
An extremely rare original invitation to a post-war exhibition of paintings by the celebrated and influential jazz guitarist, from March 14 to April 15, 1947 at "Galérie Constellation" at the "Boeuf sur le Toit" club in Paris. Although of course best known for his innovative technique and for developing a distinctive gypsy jazz style of guitar playing, Reinhardt also enjoyed painting and held two exhibitions of his art - simple, rather naive, brightly-colored oils of landscapes and nudes - in the 1940's to 50's. This was his first show, in tandem with Etienne Bloch, his manager and friend, who had also introduced him to painting. During the exhibition, Reinhardt's orchestra was also in residence at the "Boeuf sur le Toit." Read More...
Exceedingly rare signed photograph on the cover of a complete program 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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[Jazz & Song]
[Rock 'n Roll Parson]. "The Parson gets Hep" - Original Press Photograph
Fantastic original press photograph ca. 1960 of two men playing rock music and dancing in an English church. Press caption on the verso reads: "Keeping abreast of the times are the mobile missionaries of the Methodist Church in the Doncaster area. During a Sunday afternoon service-with-a-difference, at the Parkside Church near Doncaster, the Rev. Brian Webb takes to the piano and colleague and fellow caravanner Cyril Blount gives a performance of Rock 'n' Roll to the congregation." In fine condition. 20.5 x 25.5 cm.
Original press photograph showing fans keeping cool in a lake while listening to the hard rock supergroup at Crystal Palace. Press caption on the verso dated September 15th, 1973. Matte sepia print with some slight discolorations; overall in fine condition. 25.3 x 20.3 cm.
Signed photograph of the Russian pianist who studied with Leschetizky and Busoni and who was famed in particular for his Chopin cycles. Signed and inscribed to Marge and John Slaughter and dated June 30, 1956. Poor contrast to the signature and one crease to the upper left, but overall in fine condition. 10 x 8 inches (25.5 x 20.3 cm).
Autograph letter signed from the important Italian composer and pianist to fellow composer and pianist, Leopold Godowsky, asking him to admit Busoni's student to a recital. Busoni writes (translated from the German): "Dear Godowsky, Please give the bearer, Frl. von Jarciubska, my talented student, entrance to your piano evening. I myself am leaving that same evening and so cannot hear you. Congratulations in advance on your great success. Your humble servant, F. Busoni." Undated. Sold together with a portrait postcard of Busoni. Read More...