

WETF Show - Ethel Waters, 1938-1939
Feb 19, 2024
Guest
Ethel Waters
Guest
Eddie Mallory
Guest
Shirly Clay
Guest
Tyree Glenn
Guest
Castor McCord
Guest
Benny Carter
Guest
Garvin Bushell
Guest
Reginald Beane

Guest
Danny Barker

Guest
Milt Hinton
Guest
Charles Turner
Talented singer Ethel Waters and His Orchestra deliver great recordings in the late 1930s, accompanied by a stellar lineup of musicians. Explore emotional turbulence, loyalty, and unrequited love through powerful renditions of songs like 'Frankie and Johnny'. Dive into the musical journey of Ethel Waters in 1938-1939, highlighting Benny Carter's alto sax solos and unique arrangements. Celebrate simple joys, gratitude, and love while enjoying humorous updates and misunderstandings in a letter of love.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Navigating Love Amidst Controversy and Doubt
04:13 • 4min
Ethel Waters' Emotional Journey Through Song
08:28 • 19min
Exploring Ethel Waters' Musical Performances in 1938 & 1939
27:33 • 5min
Embracing Simple Pleasures
32:10 • 22min
Humorous Love Letter Updates and Misunderstandings
54:27 • 2min