Recording of single 1945 WHAM broadcast of pianist Jose Echaniz + up to 145 broadcasts of local radio host Bill Moyles's Essence of Jazz program
Repository/Collector:
Sibley Music Library, Eastman School of Music
Repository/Collector Type:
College or University
City:
Rochester
State:
New York
Country:
United States
Extent:
146 recordings
Content types:
Sounds
Formats:
CD
Historical relevance:
Rare live broadcast of internationally renowned Cuban-born pianist + extensive run of local jazz appreciation program donated by host's estate
Condition note:
Playable with proper equipment
Notes:
Catalog notes Essence of Jazz recordings as ca. 1980s, but staff believe program began in 60s or 70s and that discs could include content from these decades. Coppen will report on any additional items of interest later in November.