Winter & Holiday 2017 Catalogue


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142. [Conductors] Walter, Bruno. (1876–1962).
Autograph Signature

Autograph signature from the renowned conductor, boldly penned on a large album leaf ca. early 1930's. A further signature below Walter's is from a Margaret Wallerstein. Slightly irregular toning, some edge wear and one small edge tear; overall in fine condition. 8 x 12 inches (21 x 31 cm).

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Original program for a concert of the Hoch- und Deutschmeister Kapelle (Imperial Austrian Infantry Band) conducted by C. M. Ziehrer, in the "Old Vienna" section of the 1893 Chicago "World's Columbian Exposition" or World's Fair. The program, dated Tuesday, July 4th, features a long list of works by Bach, Verdi, Strauss, and others, besides several by Ziehrer, including a "Columbian March" presumably written for the occasion and dedicated to the new president, Grover Cleveland. 1 p. with general wear, creases and a few small tears, and a hand-written calculation in pencil on the verso; overall in good condition. 5.5 x 8 inches (13.8 x 20.2 cm). Read More...

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144. [Jazz & Song] Baker, Chet. (1929-1988).
"It Could Happen to You - Chet Baker Sings" - SIGNED LP

Uncommon signed album from the tragic jazz great whose intimate playing style established him as a great talent until his drug related death in 1988. His 1958 album "It Could Happen to You - Chet Baker Sings" is inscribed on the back cover to Paul McMahon and dated Boston, 1964. Riverside Records RLP-12-278. Slight wear to one corner, but overall in fine condition.  Read More...

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145. [Jazz & Song] [Beatles] Starr, Ringo. (b. 1940) .
LUNDGREN & STRANDBERG "ELFLUGAN" LAMP - FROM THE COLLECTION OF RINGO STARR

LUNDGREN & STRANDBERG LAMP, from the collection of former Beatle, Ringo Starr. Elflugan, a modern type of electric candle arch, was presented in 1997 and immediately became a great success for the Swedish designers Lundgren & Strandberg. Requires nineteen small (333 mini indicator lamp) bulbs giving a moving atmosphere suitable in every season. Powder coated metal. Length: 32 cm; Width: 8 cm; Height: 36 cm. Light source: 19 x E5, 1W, 12V. Lacking a few of the lightbulbs presently, with the attached cord in fine condition but requiring a 220 V power source plug power adapter for an unusual style plug which we have been unable to identify.  Almost certainly could be solved by a good electrician / lighting store, but we cannot guarantee the functioning of the lamp. New lamps are available online still from the manufacturer for around $300.  Read More...

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146. [Jazz & Song] Bennett, Tony. (1926-2023).
Signed Photograph

Extraordinary early original Character Arts of Ohio photograph of the legendary American crooner, shown at a 1952 high school stage appearance before a rapt audience of teenage girls, inscribed to the photographer Nat Singerman: "To Nat, Best Wishes /  Tony Bennett." Slightly curled with one area of slight soiling at the upper margin; overall in fine condition. 10 x 8 inches (25.3 x 20.5 cm). Read More...

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147. [Jazz & Song] Bennett, Tony. (1926-2023).
Signed Photograph

Extraordinary early original Character Arts of Ohio photograph of the legendary American crooner, shown taking the microphone from Cleveland DJ Bill Randall at a 1952 high school stage appearance before a rapt audience of teenage girls, inscribed to the photographer Nat Singerman: "To Nat! The Best! Tony Bennett." Slightly curled, but overall in very fine condition. 10 x 8 inches (25.3 x 20.5 cm). Read More...

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148. [Jazz & Song] Bennett, Tony. (b. 1926).
Signed Photograph

Extraordinary early original Character Arts of Ohio photograph of the legendary American crooner, shown at a 1952 high school stage appearance before a rapt audience of teenage girls, inscribed to the photographer Nat Singerman: "To Nat! The Best, Tony Bennett." Slight curling, but overall in very fine condition. 10 x 8 inches (25.5 x 20.5 cm). Read More...

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149. [Jazz & Song] Caesar, Irving. (1895–1996).
Autograph Letter

Autograph letter from the American lyricist and composer known for standards such as "Swanee" and "Tea for Two." January 8, 1962. He writes: "Dear Phil— As soon as I get my present tyranny (writing something) out of the way, in about two weeks, I will bare my back to your lash. As ever, Irving." Light toning and some small creases and edge tears, upper crease reinforced with tape on verso, else good. 8.5 x 11 inches (21.5 x 27.8 cm).

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150. [Jazz & Song] Cash, Johnny. (1932-2003) & Carter Cash, June. (1929-2003).
Collection of Promotional Photographs and Press Releases

Group of original photographs and other promotional materials relating to Johnny Cash, June Carter and their associated acts, from the collection of the Boston music promoter Fred Taylor. The collection includes 18 glossy 8 x 10 promotional photographs, ca. early 1970's, of Johnny Cash (3 photos); Johnny and June together (3 photos); Anita Carter and the Carter Sisters (4 photos); Jan Howard (2 photos); backing band The Tennessee Three (5 photos); and the complete cast of the Johnny Cash show (1 photo). Also included is a press release about the Johnny Cash Show's appearance at Boston's Symphony Hall on February 22, 1981 (1 p.), and multiple copies of promotional biographies of Johnny Cash, June Carter, and Jan Howard, most dated 1975. In an original folder featuring a portrait of Johnny Cash on the cover. Folder ripped, but contents overall in fine condition; photographs mostly very fine.  Read More...

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151. [Jazz & Song] Cook, Barbara. (1927–2017).
"Barbara Cook at Carnegie Hall" - SIGNED LP

Original 1975 LP of the Tony-award-winning singer and actress, signed and inscribed by Cook to Paul McMahon on the back cover. Columbia M 33438. Some light edge wear, but overall in fine condition. Read More...

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152. [Jazz & Song] Davis Jr., Sammy. (1925–1990).
"The Candy Man" - Signed "Willy Wonka" Sheet Music

Los Angeles: Taradam Music. c. 1970, 1971. Original sheet music to the song "The Candy Man," written for the 1971 film Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, boldly signed by Sammy Davis Jr. on the cover. Above the cover design, which features images of the movie's recognizable characters, Davis has penned: "Love + Peace / Sammy Davis Jr." Some light smudges; overall in fine condition. 9 x 12 inches (23 x 30.5 cm). Read More...

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153. [Jazz & Song] Fitzgerald, Ella. (1917–1996).
Signed Photograph Postcard

Autograph signature from the beloved First Lady of Song, inscribed on the verso of a photograph postcard. Ella is shown in a classic portrait photograph ca. 1940's, and has inscribed the postcard in pencil on the verso.

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154. [Jazz & Song] Van Heusen, Jimmy. (1913–1990).
"Humpty Dumpty Heart" - Signed Sheet Music

New York: Southern Music Publishing Co.. c. 1941.. Signed sheet music to the popular American composer's song "Humpty Dumpty Heart," as featured in the 1941 film Playmates. Van Heusen has signed and inscribed at the head of the front wrapper, adding another signature at the lower right. The cover features caricatures of the film's stars, including Kay Kyser, Lupe Velez, Ginny Sims and John Barrymore. 5 pp. Toning and edge wear, with a slight split to the spine; overall very good. 9 x 12 inches (23 x 30.5 cm). Read More...

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155. [Jazz & Song] [Holiday, Billie. (1915–1959) & Armstrong, Louis. (1901–1971)].
"The Birth of the Blues" - Original 1947 Concert Program

A rare original program from the Billie Holiday-Louis Armstrong "Birth of the Blues" concert, at Boston's Symphony Hall on April 18, 1947. Program features a photo essay about Armstrong, halftone photographs and biographies of the performers, including the young Velma Middleton (shown doing the splits!), Joe Garland, and Leslie Scott, a discography, and period advertisements. 16 pp. Heavy wear to the front and back wrappers with some large tears and losses; tape repairs to the spine; pencil marks on the front wrapper. Overall in very good condition. 9 x 12 inches (22.8 x 31 cm). Read More...

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156. [Jazz & Song] Holiday, Billie. (1915–1959).
Autograph Signature on "Club Ebony" Flyer

Attractive vintage ink signature, "Billie Holiday,” on a large, graphically striking off-white 10.25 x 7.75 sheet promoting New York's Club Ebony on Broadway. Matted and framed to an overall size of 16 x 13.5. In fine condition. Read More...

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157. [Jazz & Song] Krupa, Gene. (1909–1973) & Yaged, Sol. (b. 1922).
Autograph Signatures

Two autograph signatures from the important big band leader Gene Krupa and the jazz clarinetist Sol Yaged, signed together on the verso of a flyer for the Dixieland Metropole jazz club. Yaged has dated October 9, 1960. Folding creases, tape remnants and some light soiling; overall very good. 4 x 7 inches (10.1 x 17.6 cm).

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158. [Jazz & Song] Lerner, Alan Jay. (1918–1986).
Two Autograph Letters about "Coco" possibly to Frank Sinatra

Two autograph letters from the important lyricist and librettist, regarding the song "Let's Go Home" from the 1969 musical Coco. To a "Frank" or "Francis," possibly Frank Sinatra, Lerner writes in the first letter: "If I knew you less well, I would say: Do record 'Let's Go Home' soon. We don't really need it, but I think no one could sing it better. However, I know you since we weighed in at 90 pounds each and so the truth is: We need it. Your record could be the difference between survival and the warehouse. If you can, bless you. If you can't, still bless you. Bye, Alan." The second letter repeats the request more briefly. 2 pp. and 1 p., n.d. [1969]. In very fine condition. 5 x 8 inches (12.6 x 20.2 cm). Read More...

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159. [Jazz & Song] [Monterey Jazz Festival].
Original 1968 Jazz Festival Program

Original souvenir program from the 1968 Monterey Jazz Festival, featuring short articles on Count Basie, Billy Eckstine, and "10 Years at Monterey," as well as photographs and short biographies of performers including Oscar Peterson, Earl "Fatha" Hines, Muddy Waters, "Big Mama" Willie May Thornton, B. B. King, Dizzy Gillespie, and others. 32 pp. Graphically striking pink-and-orange cover. In fine condition. 8.5 x 11 inches (21.5 x 28 cm).

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160. [Jazz & Song] Scott, Henry L. .
Signed Photograph

Signed photograph of the comedian-pianist who was popular in the 1950's and known for his comic song "The little upright piano who wanted to play for the King." In fine condition. 7.5 x 9.25 inches (19 x 23.5 cm).

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161. [Jazz & Song] Sinatra, Frank. (1915–1998).
Signed Photograph to Aileen Mehle

Signed photograph of Ol' Blue Eyes, inscribed to American society columnist Aileen Mehle. Sinatra is shown in his flight jacket costume from Von Ryan's Express and has inscribed at the upper left: "For Aileen - whom I adore. Francis 1969." 11 x 14 inches. Read More...

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