Shellac Record Collection - Various Artists (1935-1954)

This exceptional set of 12 78 RPM records is a historical gem for discerning music lovers and collectors. Featuring recordings by jazz and swing greats such as Duke Ellington, Dicky Wells, and Mahalia Jackson, this collection encapsulates the essence of a golden age of music. The records, released between 1935 and the mid-20th century, belong to iconic labels like Philips, RCA Victor, Columbia, and Polydor, and are in Very Good Plus (VG+) condition, ensuring surprisingly good sound quality for their age.

Full list of the 12 records:
1. Philips 21159 – Serenade / Harry James
2. Swing SW 6 – Dicky Wells and His Orchestra
3. HMV K 7567 – Isn’t This a Lovely Day? / Eddy Duchin
4. Polydor 580000 – Solitudes, etc. / Duke Ellington
5. RCA Victor 21688 – I Can’t Give You Anything But Love / Shilkret’s Rhyth-Melodists
6. Columbia DB 4298 – Roulette, etc. / Russ Conway
7. Brunswick 82827 – Rock Around the Clock / Bill Haley and His Comets
8. Sofardi 1294 – Tuxedo Junction / Harry James
9. Capitol 2274 – Flute Salad / Les Baxter
10. Capitol 2750 – Two’s Company, Three’s a Crowd / Pee Wee Hunt
11. Regal Zonophone MF 279 – Silver Threads / Harold Walker
12. Jazz Selection JS 565 – Let the Power of the Holy Ghost Fall on Me / Mahalia Jackson

Additional details:
• Format: 78 RPM (10 inch)
• Countries of release: United States, France, United Kingdom
• Era: 1935-1950
• Condition: VG+ (with minor signs of use, but in optimal playing condition)

This set is a unique opportunity to own a piece of jazz and swing history. Ideal for collectors who appreciate the authenticity of shellac records and wish to enrich their collection with original performances by the most influential artists of the 20th century.