RR Auction: Marvels of Modern Music

American record producer and founder of Sun Records and Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee (1923–2003) who produced records by Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, November 19, 1974. Contract in which The Staple Singers agree to to be represented by the William Morris Agency for a period o

Pioneering gospel singer, songwriter, and guitarist (1915–1973) best known for her 'crossovers' into the secular worlds of pop and jazz. Unc...

American rhythm-and-blues singer and songwriter (1926–1984) who was the first to record Leiber and Stoller's 'Hound Dog,' a song that st...

Sail On album signed and inscribed on the front cover in black felt tip, "To Ken, Muddy Waters". In very good to fine condition, with damp...

Important handwritten musical manuscript by George David Weiss for the iconic Louis Armstrong song, four pages, 9.25 x 12, each page headed with the t

Muddy Waters's personally-owned and -used Hohner Marine Band harmonica in the key of G, measuring 4? long, with attached provenance tag: "H...

Alex 'Rice' Miller, aka Sonny Boy Williamson, (1912–1965) was recognized as a giant throughout the blues world as a harmonica player, vocali...

Sonny Boy Williamson's personally-owned and -used Hohner Old Standard harmonica in the key of G, measuring 4? long, with attached provenance tag...

Desirable program for the 1967 American Folk Blues Festival, 11 x 10, 28 pages, signed inside in ink by legendary bluesmen Skip James, Son House, Brow

Blues guitarist (1939–1997) who played with Howlin' Wolf's band, backed James Cotton, and had his own highly respectable career. DS, signed ...

I Left My Heart in San Francisco album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Tony Bennett. In fine condition, with wear and partial splits to

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of the legendary crooner in his prime, signed in blue felt tip by Tony Bennett. In very fine condition.

Two items signed by Tony Bennett: a sheet music booklet for 'I Left My Heart in San Francisco,' 9 x 12, six pages, signed on the front cover...

Jazz alto saxophonist and a pioneer of the post-war American rhythm and blues style (1913–1965) whose hits included 'Flamingo,' 'Harlem ...

American blues singer, songwriter and guitarist (1893–1958), who was one of the key figures in the development of blues music in the 20th century; he

Blues singer and pianist (1922–1999) whose hits include 'Driftin' Blues' and 'Merry Christmas Baby.' Partly-printed DS, signed “...

Blues harmonica player and singer (1942–1987) who formed the Paul Butterfield Blues Band. Partly-printed DS, signed “Paul V. Butterfield,” one page, 6

Memphis soul singer best known for his album You Got My Mind Messed Up and for his 1967 recording of 'The Dark End of the Street.' Carr was ...

American blue-eyed soul singer (1939–2017) who is remembered for his outlandish outfits and white pompadour hairstyle, which earned him the nickname...

Vintage ballpoint signature, "Nat King Cole,” on a peach-colored 5.5 x 4.5 album page. In fine condition.

American electric blues guitarist and singer (1932–1993) whose long association with the Fender Telecaster led to his title as 'The Master of th...

Glossy 10 x 7.75 Alligator Records publicity photo of Collins playing an emotional solo on his Telecaster, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, &...

Willie's Blues album by Willie Dixon and Memphis Slim, signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint by Dixon. In fine condition. The record is inc...

Ella & Basie: On the Sunny Side of the Street album signed prominently on the back cover in black felt tip, "Sincerely, Ella Fitzgerald.&qu...

American guitarist (1945–1994) who created a musical style called 'redneck jazz.' His nicknames include 'The Humbler' and 'The T...

Genuine Houserockin' Music II album signed on the back cover in black felt tip by several notable blues musicians, including: Albert Collins, Te...

Genuine Houserockin' Music album signed on the back cover in black felt tip by several notable blues musicians, including: Robert Cray, Albert C...

White Stratocaster-style pickguard signed in black felt tip by Peter Green. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned poster promoting a Peter Gre

African-American musician (1873–1958) who is known as the ‘Father of the Blues,’ and is remembered for songs like ‘Memphis Blues’ and ‘St. Louis Blues

American R&B and Louisiana blues singer and songwriter (1932–1966) best remembered for the classic song 'Ooh Poo Pah Doo.' DS, one page,...

Satin-finish 8 x 10 Pointblank publicity photo of Hooker posing with his guitar in front of a classic car, signed in the upper border in black felt ti

Desirable pairing of the cover of the 1968 American Folk Blues Festival program and one interior page, both 11 x 10, individually signed in ballpoint

American blues musician (1926–1983) who became known for his slide guitar playing and declamatory style of singing. His nephew, Lil' Ed Williams...

Glossy 8 x 10 Earwig publicity photo of The Jelly Roll Kings, signed in blue ballpoint by Jack Johnson, Sam Carr, and Frank Frost. In fine condition,

American blues guitarist and singer (1923–1992) whose playing influenced many other blues guitarists. Bearing the nickname 'The Velvet Bulldozer...

Live in Cook County Jail album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by B. B. King. In fine condition, with a small discount cut to the upper rig

Blues singer and guitarist (1934–2003) known as the composer of songs like 'Come On' and 'Big Chief.' Glossy 8 x 10 Blacktop Records...

Life of Ease album signed on the front cover in black ballpoint by Pinetop Perkins, Willie Smith, Jerry Portnoy, and Calvin Jones. In fine condition,

James Milton Campbell, Jr. (1934–2005), better known as Little Milton, was an American blues singer and guitarist known for hit records like 'Gr...

AMQS on an off-white 8 x 5 card, signed in black felt tip, "All the best—Henry Mancini." Mancini pens the first two bars of his iconic Pin...

Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Mayall playing his guitar, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

English blues singer and guitarist (born 1933) who is the founder of John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, a band which has featured some of the bigg...

Elizabeth Mary Landreaux (1895–1963) known by the stage name Lizzie Miles, was a popular Creole blues singer. ALS penned on the inside of a 4.75 x 5.7

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 promo photo for 20th Century Fox's 1941 film Sun Valley Serenade, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, "To Mars, Gle...

One-of-a-kind DS, signed "Alton Glenn Miller," one page, 8 x 3.5, March 23, 1942. A "Certificate of Nonresidence and Claim for Person...

Vintage fountain pen signature, "Glenn Miller,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.75 card. Nicely double-matted and framed with a portrait of the trombon...

Wonderful vintage matte-finish 7 x 5 photo of Miller and his orchestra performing, neatly signed in fountain pen, "Glenn Miller." In fine ...

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 General Amusement Corp. publicity photo of Miller in a white suit, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, "To Helen...

World War II–dated TLS, one page, 5 x 7.75, July 24, 1944. Letter written as an Air Corps captain, only five months before his untimely death. In full

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Glenn Miller Orchestra letterhead, September 2, 1939. Letter to an admirer, in part: "We were very glad to receive you...

Delta blues singer and guitarist (1904–1997). Vintage fountain pen signature, "To Caroline, from Jack Owens,” on a green 5.25 x 4 album page. I...

Blues singer-songwriter and guitarist (1900 or 1904–1968) who was blinded by a shotgun blast to the face in the 1920s, resulting in the physical loss

Chicago blues singer, guitarist and harmonica player (1924–1997) who is best known for his work as a member of Muddy Waters's band in the early ...

Sonny Rollins: Archive of Folk Music album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Rollins, who adds "2005, N.Y.C." In fine conditio...

Sought-after Right Place, Wrong Time album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, "from, Otis Rush." In fine condition, with a price...

Chicago-based electric blues guitarist and singer (1942–2004) who began performing professionally at the age of 13; known for his intense and innovati

Chicago-based electric blues guitarist and singer (1942–2004) who began performing professionally at the age of 13; known for his intense and innovati

Blues singer and songwriter (1906–1976) sometimes known as 'Queen Victoria,' who was a pioneering blues recording artist of the 1920s along ...

Albert Luandrew (1906–1995) known as Sunnyland Slim, was an American blues pianist who was born in the Mississippi Delta and moved to Chicago, helping

American blues musician known as 'The Honeydripper' (1906–1983) whose song '44 Blues' became a blues standard and his signature tune...

T-Bone Walker: Classic Indigo Vocals and Guitar album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, "T Bone Walker, 3-3-65." In very good t...

American blues and soul singer (1943–2002) whose biggest hit was 'Part Time Love,' released in 1963. LS signed “Little Johnny Taylor,” one p...

Southern soul singer and songwriter (1933–1982) whose top hits include 'Hold What You've Got,' 'Skinny Legs and All,' 'I Got...

Versatile rhythm-and-blues, funk, soul and blues singer, songwriter, dancer, DJ and comic entertainer from Memphis (1917–2001). ADS by Thomas on the r

Versatile rhythm-and-blues, funk, soul and blues singer, songwriter, dancer, DJ and comic entertainer from Memphis (1917–2001). Glossy 8 x 10 Universa

Group of six items signed by trumpeters, including: Louis Armstrong (program), Chet Baker (album), Harry James (check), Arturo Sandoval (program), Tom

American blues shouter from Kansas City (1911–1985) who is best remembered for the song 'Shake, Rattle and Roll.' Standing 6 feet 2 inches t...

Superb vintage 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of Waller performing at a piano, signed in green fountain pen. In fine condition, with creases to the lower le

Blues, soul, and funk musician and singer-songwriter (1935–1996) remembered as a flamboyant showman. Partly-printed DS, signed “Johnny Watson,” one pa

Chicago blues vocalist and harmonica player (1934–1998). On Tap album signed and inscribed on the front cover in black ballpoint, "From Jr Well...

Rhythm and blues and rock and roll singer-songwriter, producer, and pianist (1935–1980) known for his classic hits 'Bony Moronie,' 'Shor...

Sweet Little Rock and Roller album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Chuck Berry and Johnnie Johnson. In fine condition. The record is not

Original first edition tour program for The Biggest Show of '52, 16 pages, 9 x 12, for the show starring Frankie Laine, Patti Page, jazz star Il...

Extremely rare D Records single for 'Chantilly Lace / Purple People Eater Meets Witch Doctor' signed on the A-side label in blue ink, "...

Dick Clark: 20 Years of Rock N' Roll album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip, "Best always, Dick Clark." In fine condition, w...

That's All album signed prominently on the front cover in black felt tip by Bobby Darin. In fine condition, with some light edge wear. The recor...

Extremely rare vintage glossy 8.25 x 10.25 RCA Records promotional photo of Cooke in an attractive bust-length pose, signed in blue ink, "Luck!...

Bo Diddley and Chuck Berry: Two Great Guitars album signed on the front cover in blue paint by Diddley and in blue felt tip by Berry. In fine conditio

Vintage handbill for Bo Diddley and the Duchess Jerome, 12 x 9, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by Bo Diddley, Jerome Green, and other members

Glossy 10 x 8 TCI promo photo of Diddley playing his rectangular guitar, signed in black felt tip. In very good to fine condition, with a missing lowe

White Stratocaster-style pickguard signed in black felt tip, "Bo Diddley, 99." In fine condition. Accompanied by two tickets for a Bo Didd...

The Golden Hits of The Everly Brothers album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Don Everly and Phil Everly. In fine condition. The record i

The 'Chirping' Crickets album signed on the front cover in black ballpoint by Buddy Holly, Jerry Allison, Joe Mauldin, and Tom Bruno. This i...

Buddy Holly's personally-owned and -used brown vinyl key case with snap-button flap, red pattern interior lining, set of six key loops, three ke...

Extremely rare purple ink signatures of Buddy Holly, Niki Sullivan, Joe Mauldin, and Jerry Allison, who adds "'The Crickets,'" on ...

Original 1953 Lubbock High School 'The Westerner' yearbook, 7.75 x 10.75, 320 pages, signed in blue ink, "Buddy Holley," as a memb...

Buddy Holly's personally-owned "DuPont Unbreakable" black plastic comb, measuring 7.5? long. In fine condition, with expected signs of...

Buddy Holly's personally-owned charcoal/black mid-calf sock, measuring approximately 14? long. In fine condition, with expected signs of use, in...

The Best of Etta James album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by James. In very good condition, with light stains to the top edge, a circula

Jerry Lee Lewis: Golden Rock & Roll album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, "Thanks, Jerry Lee Lewis." In fine condition. T...

Specialty Records 78 RPM record for the single 'She's Got It / Heeby Jeebies' by Little Richard and His Band, signed on the B side label...

Vintage ballpoint signatures, "Ritchie Valens" and "Big Bopper," on the reverse of a torn Kodacolor Print photo, measuring 4.5 x...

DS, one page, 8.5 x 14, June 5, 1968. William Morris Agency contract in which The Beach Boys, "under the leadership of Carl Wilson or Mike Love...

ALS signed “Jeff,” two pages, 5.75 x 8, June 8, [1967]. Letter to his Los Angeles friend, Darryl Stolper, in part: "How are you? At last I have...

Original 11.5 x 8.5 handbill mini poster promoting a free Blind Faith concert at London's Hyde Park on June 7, [1969], at 3 p.m., showing a grou...

Stax 45 RPM record sleeve, signed in ballpoint by Booker T. Jones, Donald 'Duck' Dunn, Al Jackson, Jr., Steve Cropper, and one other. In ver...

James Brown's personally-owned and -worn black jacket and vest, pinned to a large 40 x 32 mount, with engraved plaque reading, "Authentic S...

Circa 1970 concert program for The Byrds, nine pages, 8.5 x 10.5, signed on the front cover in black ballpoint by Roger McGuinn, Clarence White, Skip

Gene Clark's personally-owned and stage-used pair of wooden maracas, each measuring 11.5? long, featuring maroon bulbs with hand-painted floral ...