THE JAZZ SCENE original set 1949 CHARLIE PARKER - COLEMAN HAWKINS set 78 rpm

$

180

 You are bidding on copy number 2877 of 5000 issued sets of THE JAZZ SCENE, produced by Norman Granz in 1949.  Granz played no instrument, but he was a great lover of modern jazz and produced many great live and studio recordings by the greatest musicians of the postwar era.  The whole Jazz At The Philharmonic series was his work.  This is his absolute best:  an album set of six 12" records - 78rpm of course - manufactured and pressed by Mercury Records.  Only 5000 of these sets were made.  Each one is signed by Norman Granz and numbered on the title page.   

Following an introductory essay by Granz, the balance of the set is organized around the six discs with a descritive paragraph and full page photographs of Jazz Stars featured on the record.

Record 2 is Neal Hefti, who arranged for Stan Kenton.  Hefti is pictured, and Charlie Parker is featured on the record.

Record 3 is Lester Young on one side and Coleman Hawkins on the other. Both are pictured, along with Buddy Rich, who accompanies Pres. Tenor no end.

Record 4 is Ralph Burns on one side and George Handy on the other.  Both are pictured.  Burns conducts a 15 piece band.  Handy has a BIG outfit.  The sidemen read like Who's Who of jazz.

Record 5 is Charlie Parker on one side and Willie Smith on the other.  Both are pictured.  Alto no end.

Record 6 is Machito on one side and Bud Powell on the other.  Machito side also features Flip Phillips.

The set concludes with a final barrage of full page photos of 21(!) more jazz immortals from Satch to Sweets to Billie to Ella to the Count, and more.  5 pages show 2 musicians - the rest are single portraits.

This is an exceptional set of records and photographs.  Only 5000 were made - who knows how many exist today. 

The VJM Record Grading System is an internationally-used and recognized system for grading both 78s and LPs. It is used by virtually all serious record dealers and collectors alike, with an easily understood sequence of letters to show grades and a system of abbreviations to show faults and damage.

The VJM Record Grading System.

N (78)  As new and unplayed (there are virtually no 78s that can categorically be claimed to be unplayed).

N- (78)  Nearly Mint, but has been played. No visible signs of wear or damage.

E+ (78) Plays like new, with very, very few signs of handling, such as tiny scuffs from being slipped in and out of jackets.

E  (78) Still very shiny, near new looking, with no visible signs of wear, but a few inaudible scuffs and scratches.

E- (78)  Still shiny but without the lustre of a new record, few light scratches.  LP: Some wear, scratches and scuffs, but no skipped or repeat grooves.

V+ (78)  V+ is an average condition 78 in which scuffs and general use has dulled the finish somewhat. Wear is moderate but playing is generally free from distortion. Surface noise not overly pronounced. LP: Below average with scuffs and scratches on fewer than half the tracks. No skips or repeat grooves.

V (78)  Moderate, even wear throughout, but still very playable. Surface noise and scratches audible but not intrusive.

V- (78) Quite playable still, but distortion and heavy graying in loud passages. Music remains loud in most passages. Surface noise and scratches well below music level. LP: Lowest Grade. Audible scratches, etc. on more than half the tracks. Listening uncomfortable.

G+ (78). Grey throughout but still serviceable. Music begins to sound muffled. Heavy scratches.

G (78). Quite seriously worn and scratched, but music level is still higher than surface noise.

G- (78). Music still prominent, but wear and scratch damage extensive.

F (78). Most of music remains audible over surface noise, but listening now uncomfortable.

P (78). Unplayable.

NB: Damage to labels and jackets (LP) should be noted whenever present.

Abbreviations

sfc = surface; lbl = label; nap = not affecting play; scr/scrs = scratch/scratches; lc or lam  = lamination crack; cr = crack; gv/gvs = groove/grooves; hlc/hc = hairline crack; wol = writing on label; sol = sticker on label; fade = faded label; gr/grs = groove/grooves; eb = edge bite; ec = edge chip; ef = edge flake; cvr = cover; s = stereo; rc= rim chip; rf = rough; aud/inaud = audible/inaudible; lt = light.

SHIPPING
our standard domestic shipping method is media mail with a delivery receipt and is $7.08 for one 10" or 12" record. If we are able to send additional records for the same price we do it...often we are able to get 2-4 records safely in a domestic/media mail box without adjusting the fee. If we can do it, we will!
We use a BRAND NEW strong box, new cardboard packers, peanuts, and labels...we buy this material in large batches and must pay substantial trucking fees to get the material delivered to the rural area we live in.  MEDIA MAIL SHIPPING/PACKING  is $7.22 ..If you prefer, PRIORITY ( with delivery receipt ) is between $10 & $13 depending upon the are it is going to.  CANADA is $16 for the first item and $3 for each additional up to 4 pounds. Above 4 lbs we will advise you as to the S&H with your invoice. ...EUROPE / UK & MOST OTHER COUNTRIES is $23.00 for the first disc and $4 for each additional up to 4 lbs ..then we will advise..INSURANCE IS UP TO YOU AND MUST BE CALCULATED BY YOU....if your item is lost or broken in the mail and you DO NOT have insurance we ARE NOT LIABLE to repay you......