Thursday, September 02nd, 2010

James Herbert "Eubie" Blake

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."
Air Date and Time: 
Wednesday the 10th at 6pm