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...
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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Love is Here To StayJackie Gleason, Bobby Hackett and Jackie Gleason & His Orchestra
Music For Lovers Only
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Body and SoulFrank Sinatra and Bobby Hackett
My Funny Valentine
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Poor ButterflyBarney Bigard and Bobby Hackett
At The Jazz Band Ball
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You're My ThrillJackie Gleason and Bobby Hackett
The Complete Sessions (with Bobby Hackett)
But Not For MeJackie Gleason, Bobby Hackett, Jackie Gleason & His Orchestra and Bobby Sherwood & His Orchestra
Music For Lovers Only
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