RR Auction: Marvels of Modern Music

Jazz trumpeter (1928–1963). Vintage ballpoint signature, “Best of luck, Joe Gordon, trumpet,” on a light green 5.25 x 4.5 album page, also signed by f

Jazz trumpeter and composer (1938–1961). Scarce vintage ballpoint signature, “Best wishes to a music lover—Booker Little,” on a light green 5.75 x 4.5

Seminal American jazz guitarist (1923–1968). Rare vintage ballpoint signatures of Wes Montgomery, Buddy Montgomery, and Monk Montgomery on an off-whit

Vintage pencil signatures, “Best always, Billie Holiday,” and “Count Basie,” on an off-white 8.25 x 5.5 sheet, also signed by 12 others, including mem

Noted Jazz pianist and band leader (1894–1935). When Moten had a sudden tonsillectomy in 1935, resulting in his untimely death, his pianist Bill Basie

Jazz drummer (1895–1969) and leader of the Cotton Pickers. Vintage pearl-finish double weight 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To

Three second generation glossy and satin-finish photos, originally taken by Teenie Harris, two 10 x 8 and one 8 x 10. One photo is of Lionel Hampton a

Three second generation glossy and satin-finish photos, originally taken by Teenie Harris, two 10 x 8 and one 8 x 10. One photo is of Billy Strayhorn

Three second generation glossy and satin-finish photos, originally taken by Teenie Harris, two 5 x 7 and one 10 x 8. One photo is of Nat King Cole ste

Jazz musician (1903–1978) who pioneered the use of violin in jazz during the 1920s. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Venuti posing with his vi

Four limited edition glossy 16 x 20 photographic prints of blues musicians, each numbered 39/50, titled signed in the lower border in ink by the photo

Glossy 9.75 x 8 ECM Records publicity photo of the group sitting around an outdoor table, signed in black ballpoint by Roscoe Mitchell, Don Moye, and

One of the most popular female vocalists of the 1930s, but despite all of her success, superstardom eluded her. Plagued by a combination of diabetes,

Jazz trumpeter (1908–1942) who rose to stardom during the swing era, but was hampered by alcoholism until it drove him to death at age 33. Vintage 9.7

Blues ‘shouter’ in Jay McShann’s band (1917–1956). Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Brown with his arms crossed, signed and inscribed in fount

Singer (1940–2010) considered one of the founding fathers of soul music in the 1960s. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Apollo Records publicity photo of Burke, s

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Carmichael looking at sheet music, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Mr. Ransom, Sincerely, Hoagy Carmichael.” In fine

Accordion player (1925–1987) of the ‘zydeco’ genre, a fusion of Cajun and blues music. Glossy 8 x 10 Arhoolie Records publicity photo of Chenier posin

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Collins playing his Telecaster on stage, vertically signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition.

Glossy 8 x 10 Rosebud Agency publicity photo, signed in black felt tip, “From, Willie Dixon.” In fine condition.

Jazz drummer (1898–1959) who was among the first drummers who improvised while performing to be recorded. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Dodds posing

ALS signed “Jack,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 11.5, personal letterhead, January 21, 1982. Letter to Brenda Bell. In part (spelling and grammar retai

Vintage matte-finish 10.25 x 10 Teenie Harris photo of Eckstine and Lena Horne at the Loendi Club in Pittsburgh, in October 1944, signed later in red

Vintage pearl-finish 14 x 11 photo of Ellington and his orchestra, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “With kindest regards and much success to Lud

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Ellington posing with his entire band, signed in fountain pen by Sonny Greer, Art Whetsol, Juan Tizol, Harry Carney, Jo

Vintage sepia 8 x 9.75 paperstock photo of Freeman and Tough on stage, signed in fountain pen by Bud Freeman, Dave Tough, Dick Jones, and Carmen Mastr

One-man band musician (1896–1976) known for ‘San Francisco Bay Blues.’ Uncommon 6.75 x 8.75 book photo of Fuller with his guitar, signed in the upper

Renowned jazz saxophone player, aka ‘The Sound’ (1927–1991). Matte-finish 10 x 8 close-up photo of Getz performing, signed in black felt tip. In fine

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Gillespie and his trumpet, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Sara Hamburger, My insurance man—Best wishes, Dizz

Jazz pianist and bandleader (1893–1962) best known for leading the Victor Recording Orchestra. Handsome vintage sepia matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Gol

Jazz saxophonist (1920–1974) best known for his association with Duke Ellington. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Gonsalves holding his saxophone, signe

Jazz musician (1923–1990) whose career spanned over forty years. Uncommon 5.5 x 8 program photo of a young Gordon performing, signed in black ballpoin

Color 18.75 x 15 photo of ‘Swing Street’ in Manhattan taken in 1948, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “52nd St.—’Swing St.’—NYC 1948 &#...

Swing guitarist (1911–1987) best known for his work with the Count Basie Orchestra. Color satin-finish 7.5 x 10 photo of Green playing guitar on stage

Blues singer and songwriter (1919–1954) who was among the leading singers of the 1940s. Vintage glossy 8 x 9.75 publicity photo, signed and inscribed

Jazz pianist (1928–1977) recognized as one of the finest and most influential of the 1950s. Scarce vintage glossy 7.75 x 9 head-and-shoulders photo, s

Pioneering blues recording artist (1894–1970). Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Hegamin during the height of her career, signed and inscribed late

Saxophonist (1906–1970) best known for his work with Duke Ellington’s big band. Vintage glossy 9.5 x 6.5 photo of Duke Ellington conducting his orches

Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Hooker posing with his guitar on the hood of a classic car, signed in the upper border in black felt tip, “John L. Ho

Uncommon 10.75 x 10 program photo of Hopkins playing his guitar, signed and inscribed in blue ink, “To my friend from Lightning Hopkins,” adding his H

Uncommon 10.75 x 10 close-up program photo of Horton playing his harmonica, signed in black felt tip, “Big W. S. Hortton .” In fine condition.

Blues musician (1926–1983) known for his slide guitar work. Paperstock 8.25 x 10 photo of Hutto sitting outdoors in 1973, signed below the image in bl

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed in fountain pen by all four original members: Orville ‘Hoppy’ Jones, Deek Watson, Charles Fuqua, and Bil

Rhythm and blues singer and saxophonist (1919–1989). Glossy 8 x 10 Bogus Records publicity photo of Jackson in a light suit, signed in black ballpoint

Jazz tenor saxophonist (1922–2004) best remembered for his solo on ‘Flying Home,’ recognized as the first R&B sax solo. Glossy 8 x 10 promotiona...

Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of James, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition.

Delta blues singer, guitarist, pianist, and songwriter (1902–1969). Uncommon 10.75 x 10 program photo of James playing his guitar, signed in black fel

Vintage 10.5 x 13.5 program photo of Johnson behind his piano, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges due to removal

American blues guitarist and singer who was a major influence in the world of blues guitar playing, specifically for Hendrix and Clapton (1923–1992).

Highly-regarded blues guitarist and singer/songwriter (1929–1967). Scarce 10.75 x 10 photo of Lenoir on stage, signed and inscribed in black felt tip,