LS of orchestra playing, inter cut with MS of individual players standing up and doing some leads. Instrumental part ends and a cut to a wide shot from behind the audience, all clapping. MS of Joe Adams introducing Mauri Lynn. Lynn at the bar cloaked in shadows; she begins singing and slowly walks over to the stage. Joe Adams introduces Clarence Metcalfe who comes out in a white suit and tap dances; on a table; with the table in his teeth. Nat King Cole introduced, comes out on stage, sings “Destination Moon.” He eventually goes over to the piano for part of the song. Cuts between LS and MS throughout. Cole introduces “Too Young.”
1950s
Trailer for “St. Louis Blues,” starring Nat King Cole as W.C. Handy....
1950s
Lamps being turned on. Subway light in New York City. Nighttime marquee of...
1930s, 1940s
An overview of important mid century african american jazz and blues...
