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...
That Old Gang of MineBobby Hackett
At The Jazz Band Ball
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Pennies from HeavenBobby Hackett
Complete Jazz Series 1943 - 1947
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Sweet LorraineBobby Hackett
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Pennies from HeavenEddie Condon, Bobby Hackett, Max Kaminsky, Gene Krupa, Morton, Russell, Gene Schroeder, WEISS and Cáceres
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Royal Garden BluesBobby Hackett and Jack Teagarden
Complete Jazz Series 1948 - 1954
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Muskrat Ramble
Bobby HackettJazz As It Should Be Played
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