This continues the Thursday night Kraft Music Hall series starring Al Jolson, which ran from October 2, 1947, through May 26, 1949. Tune in each week, to hear the show of the corresponding Thursday, over fifty years ago! |
Al Jolson and Dinah Shore |
Jolson opened the Music Hall with a song describing just how he felt, "I'm Sitting On Top Of The World." Then came the usual banter, which ended up with Jolson and Levant not speaking to each other.
Nevertheless, Oscar Levant then played the beautiful number, "Malagueña."
After some grand words about cheese, Jolson and Levant continued their feud; well, Jolie did, anyway. What else could Jolie sing, with this week's guest, than "Dinah"?
Refusing to join in the animosity, Dinah Shore entered the program with her usual charm. She then gave a beautiful rendition of a song Jolie did as well, "I'll Be Seeing You."
After a few jokes about Jolson's age, Jolie thought back to the old minstrel shows, and he and Dinah joined voices for a customized version of "Put Your Arms Around Me, Honey."
Fresh cream cheese occupies the next commercial slot, Philadelphia Brand, of course. Levant tried to make up with Jolson, but to no avail. Jolson countered with another old song, "Down Among The Sheltering Palms." Even though Levant tried to make up after the song, it took Dinah Shore's efforts to complete the peacemaking. But Dinah was not done for the evening, yet, as she and Al joined in "Kiss Me Once, Kiss Me Twice."
Ken Carpenter just would not let that cream cheese rest, reassuring all of us just how fresh it was. And Jolson finished the show with a song he made just as fresh, "When Day Is Done."
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This is an excerpt of the 16 Dec 1948 Kraft Music Hall starring Al Jolson. Dinah Shore joined Al Jolson on the show, and this segment features Jolson singing "Dinah," followed by Shore singing "I'll Be Seeing You," and both of them in a duet with "Put Your Arms Around Me, Honey." Oscar Levant is in the mix, as well, making a great ten minute podcast. Their three lovely faces are there to see, as well! |
Updated 15 Dec 24 |