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206 records found for Donald Voorhees
1955-05-16, NBC, 60 min.
A tribute to the 15th anniversary of the Bell Telephone Hour radio program which began on the NBC radio network April 29th, 1940 and was heard until June 30th, 1958, moving to television on January 12th, 1959. Donald Voorhees conducts the Bell Telephone Orchestra.
1959-00-00, WNBC, 60 min.
- Polly Bergen
- Donald Voorhees
- Ella Fitzgerald
- George Gershwin
- Andre Previn
- Vic Damone
- Marge and Gower Champion
- Teddy Wilson
- Ira Gershwin
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. This episode of The Bell Telephone Hour begins with George Gershwin's first song in 1918, entitled "The Real American Folk Song." An hour of George Gershwin's music performed by singers Ella Fitzgerald, Polly Bergen, and Vic Damone. Also featuring the song and dance team of Marge and Gower Champion, and pianists Andre Previn and Teddy Wilson. Donald Voorhees conducts The Bell Telephone Orchestra. Gershwin's "Just Another Rumba" is performed for the first time. Early songs: "Real American Folk Song"- Polly Bergen, Marge Champion "Do, Do, Do"- Marge Champion, Andre Previn "Swanee"- Vic Damone "Lady Be Good"- Gower Champion, Vic Damone "Fidgety Feet"- Gower Champion "Strike Up The Band"- Champions, Polly Bergen, Vic Damone "Fascinating Rhythm"- Andre Previn "Clap Yo Hands" "Looking For A Boy"- Polly Bergen Love Songs: "Man I Love"- "Embraceable You" Polly Bergen "Love Walked In"- Vic Damone "Our Love Is Here To Stay"- Vic Damone "Let's Call The Whole Thing Off"- Polly Bergen, Vic Damone "They Can't Take That Away From Me"- Polly Bergen "Kiss And Make Up" "Mine"- Polly Bergen, Vic Damone Music For The Piano: Concerto in F (Second Mvt) Andre Previn Modern Songs: "Slap That Bass"- Ella Fitzgerald, Teddy Wilson Trio "S Wonderful "- Ella Fitzgerald, Teddy Wilson Trio "Lady Be Good" "Summertime"- Ella Fitzgerald Music For Dancing: Variations on "I Got Rhythm"- Marge and Gower Champion New Song: "Just Another Rumba"- Polly Bergen, Marge and Gower Champion. Narrated by Ira Gershwin.1959-01-12, WNBC, 25 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. "Adventures In Music" is the first in a series of monthly musical hours with name stars performing. Tonight: Harry Belafonte; operatic soprano Renata Tebaldi; duo pianists Gold and Fizdale; The New York City Ballet; and The Bell Telephone Orchestra conducted by Donald Voorhees. Highlights: "Try To Remember,"- Harry Belafonte "Whose Gonna Be Your Man"- Harry Belafonte Renata Tebaldi sings-"Un Bel Di" Premiere Episode#6980: BELL TELEPHONE HOUR
Order1959-02-10, WNBC, 00 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Second Bell Telephone Hour broadcast. First aired as specials.#6981: BELL TELEPHONE HOUR
Order1959-03-04, WNBC, 00 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.#6982: BELL TELEPHONE HOUR
Order1959-04-09, WNBC, 00 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.#6983: BELL TELEPHONE HOUR
Order1959-10-09, WNBC, 00 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Series premiere as a series.1959-10-09, WNBC, min.
- John Raitt
- Burgess Meredith
- Donald Voorhees
- Johnny Desmond
- Jacques d'Amboise
- Allegra Kent
- Gene Nelson
- Four Lads
- Taina Elg
- Donald Voorhees Orchestra
- Coast Guard Academy Choir
- Loren Hollander
- Jayne P. Morgan
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. A live, studio recording of a rehearsal session for this program airing October 9th, 1959. Burgess Meredith is host for a one -hour musicale. Performers are John Raitt, Jayne P. Morgan, Johnny Desmond, Gene Nelson, Taina Elg,the Four Lads, pianist Loren Hollander, dancers Allegra Kent and Jacques d'Amboise,and the Coast Guard Academy Choir. Hollander plays a Chopin waltz. Donald Voorhees conducts the Orchestra Highlights: Irving Berlin Songs "Girl That I Marry," - Gene Nelson "What'll I Do?"_ Taina Elg "Always,"- John Raitt "Remember,"- Jayne P. Morgan This is a live rehearsal tape for The Bell Telephone Hour program airing October 9th, 1959.#11608: BELL TELEPHONE HOUR, THE
Order1959-10-23, WNBC, 60 min.
- Patrice Munsel
- Johnny Cash
- Burl Ives
- Donald Voorhees
- Edie Adams
- Brian Sullivan
- Art Lund
- Delores Gray
- American Ballet Theater
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Host Burl Ives welcomes guests: Opera Singer Patrice Munsel and Brian Sullivan, musical-comedy stars Delores Gray and Art Lund, singers Edie Adams and Johnny Cash, and The American Ballet Theater. Theme: "Music Of The West" Excerpts Fom "Destry Rides Again." Highlights: "Naughty, Naughty, Man,"- Edie Adams "Alice Ben Bolt,"- Johnny Cash Scene from "Girl Of The Golden West." -Patrice Munsel, Brian Sullivan "Billy The Kid," Ballet Theater Donald Voorhees Orchestra#11594: BELL TELEPHONE HOUR
Order1959-11-06, WNBC, 60 min.
- John Raitt
- Burgess Meredith
- Donald Voorhees
- Johnny Desmond
- Gene Nelson
- Four Lads
- Taina Elg
- Coast Guard Academy Choir
- Lorin Hollander
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Host Burgess Meredith welcomes John Raitt, Jaye P. Morgan, Johnny Desmond, Gene Nelson, The Four Lads, dancer Taina Elg, and Lorin Hollander and The Coast Guard Academy Choir. Donald Voorhees Orchestra#11609: BELL TELEPHONE HOUR, THE
Order1959-11-06, WNBC, 60 min.
- John Raitt
- Burgess Meredith
- Donald Voorhees
- Johnny Desmond
- Jacques d'Amboise
- Allegra Kent
- Gene Nelson
- Four Lads
- Taina Elg
- Donald Voorhees Orchestra
- Coast Guard Academy Choir
- Loren Hollander
- Jayne P. Morgan
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Burgess Meredith is host for a one -hour musicale. Performers are John Raitt, Jayne P. Morgan, Johnny Desmond, Gene Nelson, Taina Elg,the Four Lads, pianist Loren Hollander, dancers Allegra Kent and Jacques d'Amboise,and the Coast Guard Academy Choir. Hollander plays a Chopin waltz. Donald Voorhees conducts the Orchestra Highlights: Irving Berlin Songs "Girl That I Marry," - Gene Nelson "What'll I Do?"_ Taina Elg "Always,"- John Raitt "Remember,"- Jayne P. Morgan1959-12-18, WNBC, 60 min.
- Thomas Mitchell
- Rosemary Clooney
- Donald Voorhees
- The Lennon Sisters
- Donald Voorhees Orchestra
- Penny Ambrose
- Little Singers Of Paris
- Agnes de Mille Dance Theater
- Lisa Della Casa
- Giorgio Tozzi
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Christmas music of four nations is performed by songstress Rosemary Clooney, the Lennon Sisters, Opera stars, Lisa Della Casa and Giorgio Tozzi, the Little Singers Of Paris, 13-year-old violinist Penny Ambrose, and the Agnes de Mille Dance Theater. Thomas Mitchell is host for the one-hour live show. Highlights: Music From France "Jeanette Isabella,"- Little Singers "Angels We Have Heard On High,"- Little Singers "Sleep Of The Child Jesus,"- Little Singers "O, Holy Night,"- Lisa Della Casa, Little Singers Music From England "Deck The Halls,"- Lisa Della Casa "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen," "Good King Wenceslas,"- Giorgio Tozzi "I Saw Three Ships,"- Lisa Della Casa, Giorgio Tozzi "Coventry Carol,"- Lisa Della Casa, Giorgio Tozzi Music From Austria "O Tannenbaum,"- Rosemary Clooney "Ave Maria,"- Penny Ambrose Music From America "Christmas Song"- Rosemary Clooney "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer,"- Lennon Sisters "Jingle Bells," " Merry Little Christmas," "Night Before Christmas,"- Rosemary Clooney, Lennon Sisters Ballet "Cherry Tree Carol,"- De Mille Dance Theater1960-01-01, WNBC, 15 min.
- Louis Armstrong
- Shirley Jones
- Donald Voorhees
- Jack Cassidy
- Jacques d'Amboise
- Allegra Kent
- Gene Nelson
- Grant Johannesen
- Jane Froman
- Taina Elg
- Dxve Garroway
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Louis Armstrong and his All-Stars, Jack Cassidy, Taina Elg, Grant Johannesen, Allegra Kent, Jaques D'Amboise, Jane Froman, Shirley Jones, Gene Nelson. Host: Dave Garroway1960-01-01, WNBC, 60 min.
- Louis Armstrong
- Shirley Jones
- Dave Garroway
- Donald Voorhees
- Jack Cassidy
- Jacques d'Amboise
- Allegra Kent
- Gene Nelson
- Grant Johannesen
- Jane Froman
- Taina Elg
- Donald Voorhees Orchestra
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Dave Garroway is host for a show built around American entertainers who have performed overseas. Performers are jazz man Louis Armstrong, Shirley Jones and Jack Cassidy, husband and wife musical-comedy team, singer Jane Froman, pianist Grant Johannesen, and Dancers Taina Elg and Gene Nelson, Allegra Kent and Jacques d'Amboise. Donald Voorhees conducts the Orchestra for this one-hour -long show. Highlights: Movie songs. Shirley Jones and Jack Cassidy duet "Around The World In Eighty Days." " If I Had A Talking Picture Of You," and "Forty-Second Street." Shirley offers "As Time Goes By." as a solo. Concert Music: Grant Johannesen plays the first movement of "Grieg's piano concerto in A Minor. Theater Music: Jane Froman sings a medley from Gershwin's "Porgy And Bess" "I've Got Plenty Of Nuttin," "I Loves You Porgy," and. "It Ain't Neccesarily So." Ballet: Taina Elg, Gene Nelson, Allegra Kent and Jacques d'Amboise dance an original ballet choreographed by Gene Nelson. Jazz: Louis Armstrong and his All-Stars play "Tiger-Rag,""Nobody Knows The Trouble I've Seen," "12th Street Rag," and " West End Blues."1960-01-15, WNBC, 60 min.
- Donald Voorhees
- Jose Iturbi
- Dorothy Collins
- Gordon and Sheila MacRae
- Les Paul
- Mary Ford
- Marge and Gower Champion
- Donald Voorhees Orchestra
- Raymond Scott
- Amparo Iturbi
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Performers are pianists Jose And Amparo Iturbi, brother and sister, and these husband and wife teams : singer Dorothy Collins and bandleader-songwriter husband Raymond Scott, the dance team of Marge and Gower Champion, singers Gordon and Sheila MacRae, and guitarist Les Paul and singer Mary Ford. Donald Voorhees conducts the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Highlights: Jazz songs for two: Dorothy Collins and the Raymond Scott Quintet offer Scott compositions: "Toy Trumpet," "18th Century Drawing Room," "Huckleberry Duck," "Twilight In Turkey," "Mountain High, Valley Low," and "Powerhouse." Dancing To Nursery Rhymes, with Marge and Gower Champion, choreographed by Gower Champion. Songs From Broadway: Gordon and Sheila MacRae sing "We're In Love With New York," "Take Me Along," " I Once Knew A Fella," "Do Re Mi," "Little Tin Box," "Everything's Coming Up Roses," and "Together, Wherever We Go." New Sound In Song: Les Paul and Mary Ford perform "World Is Waiting For The Sunrise," "Vaya con Dios," "Good Old Summertime," "Sidewalks Of New York," and "Song In Blue." Music For Two Pianos: Jose and Amparo Iturbi play the first of Chabrier's "Three Romantic Waltzes," and the second of Infante's "Three Andalusian Dances."1960-01-29, WNBC, 60 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Tonight's show is sliced up four ways, with Ethel Merman, Beatrice Lillie, Ray Bolger, and Benny Goodman sharing the hour. Each gets a chance for a change of pace: Ethel Merman discards her customary show tunes and tries out some ragtime numbers. "King Of Swing" Benny Goodman displays his clarinet versatility by tackling a classical selection. Comedienne Beatrice Lillie tries to keep a straight face while singing a pair of ballads. Ray Bolger digs into the past for some songs and dances from the early years of his career. Donald Voorhees conducts the orchestra. Highlights: Ethel Merman: "Alexander's Ragtime Band." " Way Down Yonder In New Orleans," "When My Sugar Walks Down The Street," "Sweet Georgia Brown," "After You've Gone. " Benny Goodman: Weber's Concertino for Clarinet in C minor- E flat. Beatrice Lillie: " Waltz Song," "Please Be Kind." Ray Bolger: "We're Off To See The Wizard," "Life Is Just A Bowl Of Cherries, " "You're a Builder-Upper," "There's a Small Hotel," "Everything I've Got," "Old Soft Shoe."1960-02-12, WNBC, 60 min.
- Earl Wrightson
- Donald Voorhees
- Nanette Fabray
- Julie Andrews
- Brian Sullivan
- Carl Sandburg
- Victoria de los Angeles
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. "Portraits In Music" are painted by poet Carl Sandburg, musical-comedy stars Nanette Fabray and Julie Andrews, opera singers Victoria de los Angeles, and Brian Sullivan, and singer Earl Wrightson. To the music of Aaron Copeland's "A Lincoln Portrait," Sandburg reads from Lincoln's letters and speeches. Nanette Fabray offers a musical portrait of women during the past 75 years. The opera stars sing arias from Puccini's "La Boheme." Julie Andrews and Earl Wrightson duet songs from Sigmund Romberg operettas. Donald Voorhees conducts the Bell Telephone orchestra. Highlights: "Will You Remember?" "Come Boys, Let's Be Gay," "Song Of Love," "Marianne," "Lover Come Back To Me," "Riff Song," " One Alone," "Fireman's Bride," "Your Land And My Land," "Silver Moon"- Julie Andrews, Earl Wrightson. "Mi Chiamano Mimi," "O Souve Fanciulla," - De los Angeles, Brian Sullivan "My Gal, Sal," " Hot Time In The Old Town," "Beautiful Lady," "Every Little Movement," "Don't Bring Lulu," "Best Things In Life," "Sophisticated Lady," "Anything Goes," "Lili Marlene," "I'll Walk Alone," "There Is Nothing Like A Dame," "Cockeyed Optimist,"- Nanette Fabray.1960-02-26, WNBC, 60 min.
- Polly Bergen
- John Raitt
- Barbara Cook
- Donald Voorhees
- Lorin Hollander
- Barbara Cook
- Dukes Of Dixieland
- Donald Voorhees Orchestra
- Buffalo Bills
- Bob Hamilton Dance Trio
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. "The Music Makers are singer Polly Bergen, who acts as hostess, John Raitt and Barbara Cook, musical-comedy stars, Lorin Hollander, 15-year-old concert pianist, The Dukes Of Dixieland, jazz combo, the Buffalo Bills, Barbershop Quartet, and the Bob Hamilton Dance Trio. Donald Voorhees conducts The Bell Telephone Orchestra. Highlights: "Slide, Frog, Slide," "Basin Street Blues," "Over The Waves,"- Dukes Of Dixieland," "Blacksmith Blues,"- Bob Hamilton Trio "Mandy," "Till There Was You," "Lida Rose,"- Barbara Cook, Buffalo Bills."1960-09-30, NBC, min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. HIGLIGHTS: "Over the Rainbow," "Stout Hearted Man," "Tonight," "If I Loved You," "South Pacific," "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair," You Gotta Have Heart," "September Song," "The World is Waiting," "Bill Bailey," I Wanna Be Happy," "Sleeping Beauty." Note: Must be monitored for time length. NOT COMPLETE. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.
1960-10-14, WNBC, 50 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Hoastess: Parice Munsel leads an all star cast in an evening devoted to the music of Vincent Youmans. She is assisted by singers Janet Blair, and Earl Wrightson, Jazz man Red Nichols and his Five Pennies. Also, appearing are duo-pianists, Whittemore and Lowe.1960-10-14, NBC, min.
- Patrice Munsel
- Norman Luboff Choir
- Donald Voorhees Orchestra
- Kelly Brown
- Bambi Lynne
- Red Nichols & the 5 Pennies
January 12, 1959 - April 26, 1968 HIGHLIGHTS: "Hallelujah," "Great Day," "Without a Song," "More Than You Know," "Flying Down to Rio," "No, No, Nanette," "I Want to be Happy," "Hit the Deck," "Sometimes I'm Happy," "Take a Chance," "Rise and Shine," "Through the Years," "You're Everywhere," Come to my Heart," Smiles," "Time on my Hand," "Tea For Two," "Through the Years." NOTE: This air check had to be monitored for correct length. This recording is not complete. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.
1960-10-28, WNBC, min.
- Donald Voorhees
- Dorothy Collins
- Robert Preston
- Mahalia Jackson
- Bill Hayes
- Bell Telephone Orchestra
- Jo Stafford
- Dukes Of Dixieland
- Peter Palmer
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Guests are Mahalia Jackson, Peter Palmer, Bill Hayes, Dorothy Collins, The Dukes Of Dixieland, and Jo Stafford. Host: Robert Preston#6984: BELL TELEPHONE HOUR
Order1960-10-28, WNBC, 00 min.
- Mahalia Jackson
- Jo Stafford
- Robert Preston
- Bill Hayes
- Donald Voorhees
- Dorothy Collins
- Peter Palmer
- Dukes Of Dixieland
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Host:Robert Preston1960-11-11, WNBC, min.
- Barbara Cook
- Burgess Meredith
- Mindy Carson
- Donald Voorhees
- Alfred Drake
- Gisele MacKenzie
- West Point Glee Club
- Bell Telephone Orchestra
- Harry Simeone Chorale
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Veteran's Day Salute. Guests: Mindy Carson, Alfred Drake, Barbara Cook, The Harry Simeone Chorale, Gisele Mackenzie, The West Point Glee Club and host, Burgess Meredith.1961-01-06, WNBC, 52 min.
- Shirley Jones
- Maria Tallchief
- Erik Bruhn
- Donald Voorhees
- Renata Tebaldi
- Keith Andes
- Jose Iturbi
- Marilyn Van Derbur
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.1961-01-20, WNBC, 60 min.
- Eddie Condon
- Rosemary Clooney
- Donald Voorhees
- Dolores Gray
- Mildred Miller
- Sally Ann Howes
- Bell Telephone Orchestra
- Dirk Sanders
- Valerie Bettis
- Jazz All-Stars
- Zizi Jeanmaire
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Guests: Valerie Bettis, Rosemary Clooney, Eddie Condon and his Jazz All-Stars, Dolores Gray, Sally Ann Howes, Mildred Miller, Dirk Sanders, and Zizi Jeanmaire.1961-01-20, WNBC, 52 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.1961-02-03, WNBC, 52 min.
- Carol Lawrence
- Polly Bergen
- Roberta Peters
- Russell Arms
- Donald Voorhees
- Paul Whiteman
- Jorge Bolet
- Kelly Brown
- Bell Telephone Orchestra
- Theodore Uppman
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Presenting Peter Ilich Tchaikovsky's work in dance and music performances built around the framework of the composer's love for Baroness Nadedja von Meck. Guests: Russell Arms, Paul Whiteman, Theodore Uppman, Roberta Peters, Carol Lawrence, Jorge Bolet, Kelly Brown, Bell Telephone Orchestra. Hostess: Polly Bergen
1961-02-03, WNBC, 52 min.
- Carol Lawrence
- Polly Bergen
- Roberta Peters
- Russell Arms
- Donald Voorhees
- Paul Whiteman
- Jorge Bolet
- Kelly Brown
- Theodor Uppman
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.1961-02-17, WNBC, 52 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.#6985: BELL TELEPHONE HOUR
Order1961-03-03, WNBC, 00 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Host:Burl Ives.Salute To London1961-03-03, WNBC, 60 min.
- Burl Ives
- Donald Voorhees
- Stanley Holloway
- Renata Tebaldi
- Gracie Fields
- Bell Telephone Orchestra
- Virginia Bosler
- Robert Iglesias Ballet
- Los Chavales de Espana
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Host Burl Ives, welcomes dancer Virginia Bosler, singer Gracie Fields, Stanley Holloway, opera soprano Renata Tebaldi, The Robert Iglesias Ballet, and Los Chavales de Espana.1961-03-04, WNBC, 52 min.
- Burl Ives
- Donald Voorhees
- Renata Tebaldi
- Fields and Holloway
- The Roberto Iglesias Ballet
- Los Chavales de Espana
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.1961-03-17, WNBC, 52 min.
- Patrice Munsel
- Dr. Frank Baxter
- Donald Voorhees
- Joan Sutherland
- Sir John Gielgud
- Alfred Drake
- Jacques d'Amboise
- Violette Verdy
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. A concert of music inspired by the works of William Shakespeare, together with dramatic readings. Duplicate of #1324
1961-03-17, WNBC, 52 min.
- Patrice Munsel
- Dr. Frank Baxter
- Donald Voorhees
- Joan Sutherland
- Sir John Gielgud
- Alfred Drake
- Jacques d'Amboise
- Violette Verdy
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.1961-03-31, WNBC, 52 min.
- John Raitt
- Martha Wright
- Donald Voorhees
- Birgit Nilsson
- The Brothers Four
- Paul Hartman
- Allegra Kent
- Schola Cantorum
- Tommy Rall
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Duplicate of #1327.
1961-03-31, WNBC, 52 min.
- John Raitt
- Martha Wright
- Donald Voorhees
- Birgit Nilsson
- The Brothers Four
- Paul Hartman
- Allegra Kent
- Schola Cantorum
- Tommy Rall
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.1961-04-14, WNBC, 60 min.
- Arlene Francis
- Donald Voorhees
- Harve Presnell
- Brian Davies
- Lauri Peters
- Paula Stewart
- Ron Husmann
- Bell Telephone Orchestra
- The Chad Mitchell Trio
- Patricia McBride
- Edward Villella
- Jamie Laredo
- George Shirley
- Francesa Roberto
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Arlene Francis is host of a salute to the younger generation. Guests: Paula Stewart, Harve Presnell, Lauri Peters, Brian Davies, Eileen Rodgers, Ron Husmann, The Chad Mitchell Trio, dancers Patricia McBride and Edward Villella, violinist Jamie Laredo, and the winners of the Metropolitan Opera auditions- George Shirley and Francesca Roberto.1961-04-14, WNBC, 52 min.
- Arlene Francis
- The Chad Mitchell Trio
- Donald Voorhees
- Harve Presnell
- Brian Davies
- The Earl Twins
- Ron Husmann
- Jaime Laredo
- Patricia McBride
- Lauri Peters
- Eileen Rodgers
- Paula Stewart
- Edward Villella
- The Metropolitan Opera Auditions Winner
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.1961-04-28, WNBC, 52 min.
- Mahalia Jackson
- Robert Preston
- Rosemary Clooney
- Donald Voorhees
- Marilyn Van Derbur
- Marge and Gower Champion
- Zino Francescatti
- Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo
- The Eddie Condon Jazz All-Stars
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This was the final broadcast of the season. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.
1961-09-29, WNBC, 60 min.
- Donald Voorhees
- Rosemary Clooney
- Harry Belafonte
- Bell Telephone Orchestra
- Richard Tucker
- Dorothy Collins
- American Ballet Theater
- Eddie Condon and His Jazz Combo
- Reyes Fernandez
- Anna Moffo
- Lupe Serrano
- Art Ferrante
- Lou Teicher
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semi regularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Guests: The American Ballet Theater, Rosemary Clooney, Harry Belafonte, Eddie Condon and his Jazz Combo, Richard Tucker, Dorothy Collins, Reyes Fernandez, Anna Moffo, Lupe Serrano, Art Ferrante, and Lou Teicher.1961-09-29, WNBC, 52 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.1961-10-13, WNBC, 52 min.
- Gordon MacRae
- Anita Bryant
- Donald Voorhees
- Mel Brandt
- Jan Peerce
- The Brothers Four
- Red Nichols
- Carla Fracci
- Bell Telephone Orchestra
- The Buster Davis Singers
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Bell Telephone Orchestra, Anita Bryant, The Brothers Four, The Buster Davis Singers, Red Nichols and The Five Pennies, Jacques d'Amboise, Gianna D'Angelo, Sheila MacRae, Jan Peece, Carla Fracci. Host: Gordon MacRae. Announcer: Mel Brandt. Duplicate of # 1332.
1961-10-13, WNBC, 52 min.
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.1961-10-27, WNBC, 52 min.
- The Benny Goodman Trio
- Gene Krupa
- Teddy Wilson
- The Kingston Trio
- Benny Goodman
- Nicolai Gedda
- Donald Voorhees
- Margaret Mercier
- The McGuire Sisters
- Bell Telephone Orchestra
- Theodore Uppman
- John Stewart (Trio)
- Nick Reynolds (Trio)
- Bob Shane (Trio)
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra. Host: Mel Brandt. Guests: The Kingston Trio, The McGuire Sisters, Benny Goodman, Gene Krupa, Theodore Uppman, Phyllis Curtin, Nicolai Gedda, Les Grands, Ballets Canadians, Teddy Wilson. Duplicate of #1334.
1961-10-27, WNBC, 28 min.
Donald Voorhees leads the orchestra and chorus in this live and taped salute to the sounds of the Benny Goodman Trio with Gene Krupa and Teddy Wilson and the Kingston Trio.1961-10-27, WNBC, 52 min.
- The Benny Goodman Trio
- Gene Krupa
- Teddy Wilson
- The Kingston Trio
- Benny Goodman
- Nicolai Gedda
- Donald Voorhees
- Theodor Uppman
- Margaret Mercier
- The McGuire Sisters
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.1961-11-10, WNBC, 54 min.
- Richard Rodgers
- Rogers & Hammerstein
- Martha Wright
- Rogers & Hart
- Howard Keel
- Donald Scott
- Elizabeth Howell
- Donald Voorhees
- Dolores Gray
- Ray Bolger
- Anita Darian
- Ron Husmann
Rodgers and Hart, Rodgers and Hammerstein, -their contributions to musical comedy are sampled on this live and taped tribute program. Donald Voorhees conducts the show tunes including excerpts from "Victory at Sea." Richard Rodgers, himself is guest of honor. Performing guests include Howard Keel, Dolores Gray, Martha Wright, Donald Scott, Elizabeth Howell and host Ray Bolger. Duplicate of #887. HIGHLIGHTS "Here in My Arms," "Falling in Love with Love".......Anita Darian "Isn't It Romantic?" "My Romance"........................Ron Husmann "Thou Swell," "This Can't Be Love"...................Helen Gallagher "There Is Nothing Like a Dame," "You Always Love the Same Girl," "People Will Say We're in Love," "Some Enchanted Evening," "Have You Met Miss Jones?" "If I Loved You," Most Beautiful Girl in the World"..................................Howard Keel "Wonderful Guy," "It Never Entered My Mind," "Dancing on the Ceiling," "My Funny Valentine," "You Took Advantage of Me," "Blue Room," "Spring is Here"............................Delores Gray "Sound of Music," MEDLEY...Martha Wright, Donald Scott, Elizabeth Howell "It's Got to Be Love," "Bach, Beethoven and Brahms," "There's a Small Hotel," "Slaughter on 10th Avenue"...........Ray Bolger NOTE: Occasional Audio level imperfections when originally recorded off the air, 'direct line,' November 10, 1961.
1961-11-10, WNBC, 54 min.
- Richard Rodgers
- Rogers & Hammerstein
- Martha Wright
- Rogers & Hart
- Howard Keel
- Donald Scott
- Elizabeth Howell
- Donald Voorhees
- Dolores Gray
- Ray Bolger
- Anita Darian
- Ron Husmann
Rodgers and Hart, Rodgers and Hammerstein, -their contributions to musical comedy are sampled on this live and taped tribute program. Donald Voorhees conducts the show tunes including excerpts from "Victory at Sea." Richard Rodgers, himself is guest of honor. Performing guests include Howard Keel, Dolores Gray, Martha Wright, Donald Scott, Elizabeth Howell and host Ray Bolger. HIGHLIGHTS "Here in My Arms," "Falling in Love with Love".......Anita Darian "Isn't It Romantic?" "My Romance"........................Ron Husmann "Thou Swell," "This Can't Be Love"...................Helen Gallagher "There Is Nothing Like a Dame," "You Always Love the Same Girl," "People Will Say We're in Love," "Some Enchanted Evening," "Have You Met Miss Jones?" "If I Loved You," Most Beautiful Girl in the World"..................................Howard Keel "Wonderful Guy," "It Never Entered My Mind," "Dancing on the Ceiling," "My Funny Valentine," "You Took Advantage of Me," "Blue Room," "Spring is Here"............................Delores Gray "Sound of Music," MEDLEY...Martha Wright, Donald Scott, Elizabeth Howell "It's Got to Be Love," "Bach, Beethoven and Brahms," "There's a Small Hotel," "Slaughter on 10th Avenue"...........Ray Bolger NOTE: Occasional Audio level imperfections when originally recorded off the air, 'direct line,' November 10, 1961.
1961-12-08, WNBC, 52 min.
- Donald Voorhees
- Joan Sutherland
- Roy Rogers
- Dale Evans
- Dorothy Collins
- The Raymond Scott Quintet
- Margot Fonteyn
- Michael Somes
- Luboshutz and Nemenoff
January 12, 1959-April 26, 1968. This musical series ran semiregularly for almost ten seasons-sometimes weekly, sometimes biweekly, and sometimes as irregularly scheduled specials. All types of music were presented on the hour series; Donald Voorhees conducted the Bell Telephone Orchestra.