Description: LOUIE WILLIAMS HAND WRITTEN LETTER Ben Webster / Rex Stewart / Sy Oliver PARIS JAZZ SCENE 1948 DETAILS: Hand written letter by Louie Williams band leader of the Crazy Rhythm Band to his brother Walter of the Three Peppers. Dated 1948. Letter has strong content. Louie Williams discuss the loneliness of being an African American jazz musician in Post War gay Paris. In the letter William refers to his recording relationship with fellow musicians Rex Stewart and Ben Webster. He reveals that Stewart's song "Never Let it Be Said" was originally written for Wiliams to record. He describes his version of the song as having "cute bounce like Sy Olilvers, 'Yes Indeed'". For other items from this collection be certain to visit the Jazz & Soul Memorabilia category of our ebay store. OXXBRIDGE GALLERIES Oxxbridge Galleries was founded in 1987. We specialize in vintage paper collectibles and historical documents. We are always adding to our inventory. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. You will be pleased by the friendliness and knowledge of our staff. Questions about an item: Powered by eBay Turbo Lister The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
Price: 399.2 USD
Location: Allendale, New Jersey
End Time: 2025-01-21T18:13:42.000Z
Shipping Cost: 3.9 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Music Genre: Jazz
Original: Authentic
Big Band: Black Americana
Paris France: Parisian jazz
