Harris, Marion

Vocalese,1A of 4: Supplement about Bee Palmer and "Singin' the Blues"

My friend Bill Kirchner, a jazz musician, historian, producer, and educator who subscribes to these essays, reminded me that Beatrice “Bee” (sic) Palmer…

May 31, 2024 •

Vocalese,1 of 4: History, Annie Ross—and Marion Harris in 1934! (+Bonus)

(A significant 1953 article by Leonard Feather, the first one ever about vocalese, is below for Paying Subscribers.)

May 30, 2024 •

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