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Bobby Hackett

Jazz
Swing
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...
Songs
But Not For Me
But Not For MeJackie Gleason, Bobby Hackett, Jackie Gleason & His Orchestra and Bobby Sherwood & His Orchestra

Music For Lovers Only

2:50

Diane
DianeJack Teagarden, Eddie Condon, Bud Freeman, Bobby Hackett and Pee Wee Russell

The Golden Horn of Jack Teagarden

3:04

Love is Here To Stay
Love is Here To StayJackie Gleason, Bobby Hackett and Jackie Gleason & His Orchestra

Music For Lovers Only

3:23

I've Got a Crush on You
I've Got a Crush on YouLee Wiley, Bobby Hackett, Joe Bushkin and Joe Bushkin & His Swinging Strings

Night In Manhattan

3:25

I Don't Stand a Ghost of a Chance With You
I Don't Stand a Ghost of a Chance With YouBobby Hackett and Bobby Sherwood & His Orchestra

At The Jazz Band Ball

2:58

You're My Thrill
You're My ThrillJackie Gleason and Bobby Hackett

The Complete Sessions (with Bobby Hackett)

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