A Little Bit of Heaven: Early Barbershop Quartet Recordings (1925-1928) Format:MP3 the West End Jazz Band

the West End Jazz Band on this disc consists of Frank Gualtieri on trombone

This disc compiles some of the band's hottest numbers

Happy Pal Stomp

Tight Like This

2-CD set and 40-page booklet

A Little Bit of Heaven: Early Barbershop Quartet Recordings (1925-1928) Format:MP3 the West End Jazz BandThis treasure trove of rare recordings provides an excellent document of the early years of "barbershop" harmony. The Shannon Quartet was formed in 1917, combining the talents of some of the era's brightest singing stars, and the group quickly became a favorite on records, radio, film, and in concert. Noted for their beautiful voice blending and colorful arrangements, they specialized in turn of the century popular songs. While many of their