Tag Archives: Bing Crosby

“Christmas Night In Harlem” with Louis Armstrong And Raymond Scott (video)

Posted on December 5, 2012 by | 1 Comment

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Christmas figured prominently in the early career of Raymond Scott (the son of immigrant Jews). He wrote his first hit, “Christmas Night In Harlem,” in 1934 at age 25. Continue reading →
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HW Pick: Harry Belafonte’s New Book ‘My Song’ (video)

Posted on October 14, 2011 by | 1 Comment

In his new memoir, My Song, Harry Belafonte traces his journey from Jamaica and Harlem to the world stage. Continue reading →

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