Boston, 1954
Chet Baker
Although not as good as the Ann Arbor concert that was recorded 2 months later, this collection of radio broadcasts is still of great interest. These three broadcasts are presented here just as you would have heard them on the radio live in 1954. The radio announcer introduces us to the new talent from California, who is winning all the current polls and awards. Chet politely introduces each song in a brief, matter-of-fact manner. The music here is OK, notable is a rare live vocal performance of "Time After Time".

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Chet Baker - Trumpet, Vocals
Russ Freeman - Piano
Bob Neel - Drums
Carson Smith - Bass
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Uptown UPCD 27.35
Recorded March 16, March 23 & October 19, 1954,  Storyville Club, Boston, MA
#1-8 recorded on March 16, 1954
#9-16 recorded on March 23, 1954
#17-19 recorded on October 19, 1954
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 1. Introduction - :24
 2. Isn't It Romantic? - 4:24
 3. The Wind - 4:22
 4. Winter Wonderland - 4:24
 5. Intermission - :59
 6. Maid in Mexico - 4:23
 7. My Funny Valentine - 3:17
 8. Happy Little Sunbeam - 1:40
 9. Introduction - :24
10. Long Ago (and Far Away) - 4:43
11. My Old Flame - 5:04
12. Band Aid - 3:04
13. Intermission - :31
14. A Line for Lyons - 4:12
15. My Funny Valentine - 3:03
16. Bea's Flat - 2:42
17. Russ Job - 5:09
18. Time After Time - 4:19
19. Five Brothers - :33

 

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