Louis Armstrong, Chris Barber’s Jazz Band, Winifred Atwell - 16 x Hot Jazz & Smooth Voices - 78 RPM shellac record - 1926

A fine collection of sixteen original British 78 RPM records, spanning the 1920s to the 1950s

This distinctive and beautifully varied selection brings together the lively spirit of early jazz, the warmth of mid-century crooners, and a charming range of novelty, dance-band, and film-related recordings.
From the spirited foxtrots of the 1920s to rich orchestral vocals of the 1940s and 1950s, the collection offers an engaging cross-section of popular music’s golden decades.

Featuring influential American performers such as Louis Armstrong, Bing Crosby, the Ink Spots, Spike Jones, Stan Kenton, and Al Martino – alongside significant British favourites including Chris Barber, Winifred Atwell, and Denny Dennis – this set captures the evolution of transatlantic popular and jazz styles as preserved on original shellac discs. All records are authentic UK pressings on major historical labels: Brunswick, Columbia, Decca, HMV, Odeon, Rex, Philips, and Capitol. A delightfully varied assortment ideal for collectors, archivists, or enthusiasts of vintage jazz, dance-band music, and classic popular song.

Highlights of the Collection
Louis Armstrong – “Skokiaan – Part 1” / “Skokiaan – Part 2” – Brunswick 05332 / 05333 – UK – 1954
Armstrong’s trademark tone and rhythmic charisma shine in this upbeat recording of the international hit “Skokiaan,” backed by Sy Oliver’s orchestra.
Chris Barber’s Jazz Band – “St. Louis Blues” / “The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise” – Decca F-J.10724 – UK – 1955
Two vibrant traditional-jazz revivals from one of Britain’s most important early jazz figures.
Winifred Atwell – “Let’s Have Another Party – 1” / “Let’s Have Another Party – 2” – Philips P.B.268 – UK – 1954
A signature medley from Atwell’s celebrated party-piece series, showcasing her dazzling honky-tonk piano technique.

Full List of the 16 Records
Louis Armstrong – “Skokiaan – Part 1” / “Skokiaan – Part 2” – Brunswick 05332 / 05333 – UK – 1954
Chris Barber’s Jazz Band – “St. Louis Blues” / “The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise” – Decca F-J.10724 – UK – 1955
Peter Dawson – “A Jovial Monk Am I” / “The Admiral’s Broom” – HMV B.3186 – UK – 1932
Harry Roy und sein Orchester – “Canadian Capers” / “Tiger Rag” – Odeon O-11915 – UK – 1932
Ted Heath and His Music – “Donegal Cradle Song” / “On Ilkla Moor Baht ’At” – Decca F.8733 – UK – 1952
Layton and Johnstone – “My Sin” / “Sing a Little Love Song” – Columbia 5464 – UK – 1928
Dickie Valentine – “You Too Can Be a Dreamer” / “I Wonder” – Decca F.10493 – UK – 1954
Winifred Atwell – “Let’s Have Another Party – 1” / “Let’s Have Another Party – 2” – Philips P.B.268 – UK – 1954
The Ipana Troubadours – “Sunny — Who? (Fox Trot)” / “Sunny — Sunny (Fox Trot)” – Columbia 4100 – UK – 1926
The Ink Spots – “So Sorry” / “Ring, Telephone, Ring” – Brunswick 03173 – UK – 1946
Freddie Kohlman and His Mardi Gras Loungers – Jazz in New Orleans – MGM E-297 – USA – 1954 (LP)
Stan Kenton and His Orchestra – “Tampico” / “Eager Beaver” – Capitol CL.13039 – UK – 1945
Bing Crosby – “What Can You Do with a General?” / “Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep” – Brunswick 05339 – UK – 1954
Spike Jones & His City Slickers – “Chlo-e (Fox Trot)” / “Cocktails for Two (Fox Trot)” – HMV B.D.1107 – UK – 1945
Al Martino – “Say You’ll Wait for Me” / “Now” – Capitol CL.13835 – UK – 1954
Denny Dennis – “When You Wish Upon a Star” / “The Singing Hills” – Rex 9781 – UK – 1940