Episode #4 of Futuristic Rhythm takes a look back at mid-1927 and the historic non-stop trans-Atlantic flight of Charles Lindbergh. The program includes contemporary popular music, radio broadcasts, and songs inspired by Lindy's flight.
Playlist:
Jan Garber and his Orch. - Under The Moon
Paul Whiteman and his Orch. - Song of the Wonderer
Jean Goldkette and his Orch. - Slow River
Nat Shilkret and the Victor Orch. with Johnny Marvin - Me And My Shadow
The Knickerbockers (Ben Selvin Orch.) - Blue Skies
George Olsen and his Music - At Sundown
George Olsen and his Music - Someone To Watch Over Me
Nat Shilkret and the Victor Orch. - Hallelujah!
Nat Shilkret and the Victor Orch. - Lucky Lindy!
Nat Shilkret and the Victor Orch. - America You Did It Again
Actual Moments in the Reception of Charles Lindbergh, Washington DC
Vernon Dalhart - Lindbergh (The Eagle of the USA)
Presentation of the Distinguished Flying Cross by Pres. Calvin Coolidge
Remarks by Charles Lindbergh
Vaughn DeLeath - Like An Angel You Flew Into Everyone's Heart
Download lindbergh1.mp3 (5.1 Mb)
Download lindbergh2.mp3 (5.3 Mb)
Download lindbergh3.mp3 (5.7 Mb)
Download lindbergh4.mp3 (5.3 Mb)
Visit the Charles Augustus Lindbergh Home Page.
Another interesting and enjoyable program. The various historical audio clips were a nice compliment to the music.
Posted by: GL | June 10, 2008 at 11:50 AM