Fats Waller On The Air: The Radio Broadcasts and Discography
Radio and television broadcasts are an essential component in the career of jazz musician Thomas "Fats" Waller. The medium suited his character well, allowing his friendly, energetic personality to shine through. This book meticulously documents Waller's on-air appearances: from his first known broadcast in 1923 at age 19 to the final airing before his premature death in 1943. Fats Waller On The Air: The Radio Broadcasts and Discography adds another dimension to the life of this dynamic...
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A documentation of radio and television appearances by the Jazz pianist and entertainer Thomas _Fats_ Waller, from his first broadcast in 1923 at age 19, until his final airing shortly before his premature death in 1943. Also including a comprehensive discography and previously unpublished photos.
Part 1 Foreword Part 2 Acknowledgments Part 3 Note to Readers Part 4 Abbreviations Part 5 Introduction Chapter 6 1. Broadcast Listing Chapter 7 2. Additional Information Chapter 8 3. Broadcast Tributes and Other Programs Part 9 Appendixes Chapter 10 A. A Timechart of Early Sound Recording Chapter 11 B. Discography Part 12 Bibliography Part 13 People and Places Index Part 14 Tune Title Index Part 15 About the Author
\ In The Groove...the definitive book on Fats Waller's commercial and non-commercial recordings....This work is long overdue and this volume with its library binding will get plenty of use from Waller collectors.\ — Steve Ramm\ \ \ \ \ Joslin's Jazz Journal...a precise documentation of these many broadcasts, from the first one in 1923, down through the flurry of transcribed appearances during what was to be the last year of his life. The broadcast listings contain a wealth of detail and anecdote revealing much about Waller's prodigious performing, with illuminating details about the times, radio broadcasting, the musicians and the people involved.\ \ \ New York Daily News...a particularly fascinating look at this bygone world...\ \ \ \ \ Vjm's Jazz and Blues MartThis book is an essential addition to jazz history and a must for any serious research on the subject.\ \
