Harry James – Jazz Historical Recordings (1938–1942) | Velvet Syncopation Vinyl Transfer

Описание: Step into the golden age of swing with the legendary Harry James and his orchestra.
This release features meticulously restored historical recordings from 1938 to 1942, capturing the power, precision, and charisma of one of jazz’s most celebrated trumpeters.

🎺 Highlights include:
– The blazing speed of Flight of the Bumble Bee
– The rich tone of Trumpet Blues and Cantabile
– Big band classics like One O’Clock Jump and Two O’Clock Jump

💿 Digitally transferred from original vinyl and cleaned with care — preserving the warmth and authenticity of the era.

📜 Tracklist & Timecodes
00:00 – One O’Clock Jump (20 Feb 1939, New York)
03:00 – Texas Chatter (20 Feb 1939, New York)
05:55 – ’Taint What You Do (17 Sep 1939, New York)
08:44 – Two O’Clock Jump (17 Sep 1939, New York)
12:01 – Feet Draggin’ Blues (8 Nov 1939, Hollywood)
15:03 – Flash (30 Nov 1939, Hollywood)
18:04 – Back Beat Boogie (13 Oct 1939, Chicago)
20:53 – Sleepy Time Gal (3 May 1940, New York)
23:40 – Flight of the Bumble Bee (24 Feb 1942, New York)
26:04 – Trumpet Blues and Cantabile (c. 1942)

📌 About Harry James
Harry James (1916–1983) was one of the most dynamic trumpeters of the swing era, known for his technical brilliance, emotional depth, and ability to lead one of the most successful big bands of the 1940s. He launched the early career of Frank Sinatra, recorded countless hits, and left a legacy that continues to inspire jazz musicians today.

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