Bobby Hackett
Robert Leo Hackett, born on January 31, 1915, in Providence, Rhode Island, was
an American jazz trumpeter known for his versatility across swing music,
Dixieland jazz, and mood music. Inspired by Louis Armstrong, he learned the
cornet and trumpet after quitting school at 14 to play guitar and violin in
local bands. Hackett's career began with local bands before moving to New York
City in 1937, where he played with Joe Marsala. In 1938, Benny Goodman hired him
to recreate Bix Beiderbecke’s solo of "I'm Coming Virginia" at Carnegie Hall. He
joined Horace Heidt's band and then Glenn...
You're My ThrillBobby Hackett
This Is My Bag
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I Don't Stand a Ghost of a Chance With YouBobby Hackett and Bobby Sherwood & His Orchestra
At The Jazz Band Ball
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Muskrat Ramble
Bobby HackettJazz As It Should Be Played
4:29
Ja-DaBarney Bigard and Bobby Hackett
At The Jazz Band Ball
3:31
The Song Is YouBobby Hackett
Complete In A Mellow Mood & Soft Lights Sessions
2:45
I Surrender DearBarney Bigard and Bobby Hackett
At The Jazz Band Ball
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