Show Description:
This month marks the 122nd anniversary of the birth of James Herbert
"Eubie" Blake. He was the last known original ragtime pianist when he
appeared on Piano Jazz at age 93. On this program from 1980, Blake
remembers his vaudeville days, writing "Charleston Rag" and "I'm Just
Wild About Harry." Blake and McPartland play duets on "St. Louis Blues"
and "The Star Spangled Banner."