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Phil Harris and Alice Faye are back in 20 new digitally remastered episodes - including 18 episodes available for the first time anywhere.

As we join Curly and the Mrs., spring is in the air, but the show is on thin ice with its sponsor RCA Victor and its president Clyde Scott (Gale Gordon). Amid contract worries, battles with writers, family outings, sorority girls, and selling television sets, the show takes a dramatic turn - and chaos and hilarity follow! We also hear The Life Story of Phil Harris and Alice Faye

Special guests in this collection include Norris Goff (reprising his Abner Peabody character from Lum 'n' Abner), and Rose Marie who makes an appearance as Julius' mother! Getting in on the act are regulars Robert North, Jeanine Roos, Anne Whitfield, announcer Bill Forman, Martha Wentworth, Sheldon Leonard, Hans Conreid, Joseph Kearns, Gerald Mohr and more.

Includes a Program Guide by Ivan G. Shreve, Jr. with photographs and background information about the programs.

EPISODES INCLUDE: Phil, the Dramatic Actor 03-11-51, Spring in the Air 03-18-51, Frankie and Easter Dinner 03-25-51, The Song Writers 04-01-51, Selling RCA Victor Television Sets 04-08-51, Joining a Country Club 04-15-51, Improvement is Necessary 04-22-51, The Beautiful Child Contest 04-29-51, Vacation Plans 05-06-51, Hired Mothers 05-13-51, Phil, the Flying Sergeant 05-20-51, Contract Worries - Last Show of the Season 05-27-51, Musician Union Troubles - New Season 09-30-51, Julius Wants to Get Married 10-07-51, Phil's Eye Exam 10-14-51, The School Orchestra 10-21-51, The Life Story of Phil Harris and Alice Faye 10-28-51, Frankie Wants to Buy a Business 11-04-51, Red Cross Blood Drive 11-11-51, Phil's USC College Benefit 11-18-51 ... Read more

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Excellent irreverant radio entertainment
Here is a digitally remastered collection of the famous radio program of band leader/comedian Phil Harris and his charming wife, blonde film actress/ singer Alice Faye. The show was an enormous hit for almost 10 years and has an irreverance and loose quality which is endearing. For first time listeners, it will take a few episodes to establish the characters but once the format is engrained, there is a lot of fun to be enjoyed listening to Harris playing the blustery, bungling goofball and Faye in support as the voice of sanity. The supporting cast are excellent, particularly Julius as the smart mouthed grocery boy. It is also worth noting that there was always time for Faye to sing a hit of the day so you can hear her renditions of many songs written after her film career had ended. Harris was no mean singer himself, specialising in comedy songs of the south and he usually sings too.

The CDs have been beautifully packaged and there are some excellent liner notes. It is also interesting to note that the programs have been issued "under license from Alice Faye Trust". This implies that there might be more goodies preserved and issued in the future.

Harris-Faye
Fans of Harris-Faye will love this set. Most of the episodes in it are being made available for the first time....in ANY format. I believe when RCA took over the sponsorship, the production values went up a bit. Alice & Phil seem to have a broader range of vocal selections and the songs are better produced. A Great price and Free Shipping make this irresistible. Now if only Amazon would stock the other Harris-Faye collection; "Explain the Beer"...................
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Alice FayeA Life Beyond the Silver ScreenBy Jane Lenz Elder328 pp., 25 b&w halftones1578062101 (9781578062102)Cloth $30.00TCloth, $30.00 The biography of 20th Century Fox's beloved, velvet-voiced beautyAlice Faye's sweet demeanor, sultry glances, and velvety voice were her signatures. Her haunting rendition of "You'll Never Know" has never been surpassed by any other singer. Fans adored her in such films as Alexander's Ragtime Band, Rose of Washington Square, Tin Pan Alley, Week End in Havana, and Hello, Frisco, Hello.In the 1930s and 1940s she reigned as queen of 20th Century Fox musicals. She co-starred with such legends as Shirley Temple, Tyrone Power, Carmen Miranda, and Don Ameche and was voted the number-one box-office attraction of 1940, placing ahead of Bette Davis and Myrna Loy. To a select cult, she remains a beloved star.In 1945 at the pinnacle of her career she chose to walk out on her Fox contract. This remarkable episode is unlike any other in the heyday of the big-studio system. Her daring departure from films left Fox mogul Darryl F. Zanuck and the rest of the movie industry flabbergasted. For years she had skirmished with him over her roles, her health, and her private life. His heavy-handed film editing of her fine work in Otto Preminger's drama Fallen Angel, a role she had fought for, relegated Faye to the shadows so that Zanuck could showcase the younger Linda Darnell.After leaving Fox, Faye (1915-1998) devoted herself to her marriage to radio star Phil Harris, to motherhood, and to a second career on radio in the Phil Harris' Alice Faye Show, broadcast for eight years. She happily gave up films in favor of the independence and self-esteem that she discovered in private life. She willingly freed herself of the "star-treatment" that debilitated so many of her contemporaries. In the 1980s she emerged as a spokeswoman for Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, touring America to encourage senior citizens to make their lives more meaningful and vital.Before Betty Grable, before Marilyn Monroe--Alice Faye was first in the lineup of 20th Century Fox blondes. This book captures her special essence, her work in film, radio, and popular music, and indeed her graceful survival beyond the silver screen.Jane Lenz Elder, a librarian at Southern Methodist University, is the author of Across the Plains to Santa Fe and The Literature of Beguilement: Promoting America from Columbus to Today. She is co-editor of Trading in Santa Fe: John M. Kingsbury's Correspondence with James Josiah Webb, 1853-1861. ... Read more

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Loved Alice Faye, Book is hard to Read
Book is about one of Hollywood's sweetest gals. What a voice!

Too bad this book is so hard to read and the author inputs too much of their own opinion. I couldn't finish it, sold it.

A Great Book About A Great Woman
Sadly, Alice Faye seems to be forgotten these days.She made some major pictures in the 30's and early 40's but, as she never had a comeback role, today she has been replaced in historians minds with Betty Grable (ironically, Ms. Faye led the way for Betty).

This book is a fast, easy read which starts off by explaining that Alice Faye was never a very reliable source for historical data about her own life.Once you know that, a few omissions here and there do nothing to take the reader away from the fascinating person that Alice Faye must have been.

Details about her, her movies and her personal life are told to the readers in an informative, respectful, manner.From her start in films through her abrupt self-dismissal from Hollywood, you feel you really know (and like) the woman.Her marriage to Phil Harris, their radio show and the final years of her life are also carefully told.

This is what a book should be and I highly recommend it.

An excellent read
Alice Faye deserved the best and with this biography she got it. The author has captured her reserve, talent, wit and determination beautifully. The fact that Faye's daughters and friends participated so willingly is testament to the star herself and the tact with which her story has been put together. Most impressively, the author has captured the milieu in which Alice Faye developed and this makes for a fascinating insight into New York during the depression.

All of her films are described in detail with a real feel for the pressures with which the actress dealt as she emerged as a superstar and from which she eventually walked away. Her relationship with husband Phil Harris is also analysed and it is a case book study in how 2 people make a life together - commitment, independence, humour etc. Faye's unexpected and extraordinary re-emergence into the limelight in her seventies as a spokeswoman for Phizer Pharmeceuticals is also included. As the author states, her elderly years were truly golden as she worked in a meaningful job and enjoyed her family and grandchildren.The text is sprinkled with quotes from Faye herself, cribbed from her semi-autobigraphy and there are plenty of direct quotes from her daughters.

The author's prose is low key, like its subject. There are a few examples of minor editorial errors but the story is easy reading. By the way, don't expect anything salacious or gossipy because Faye was neither herself. The only disappointment is that there are only a few photos.

Only complete biography
This is the only complete biography of Alice Faye written since her death in 1998. To those who admire Alice Faye it is a very well researched and interesting book covering her entire life. But the pictures in the book do not do her full justice. The best book there is The Alice Faye movie book,

An All-Round Interesting Book
Good things do happen to good people! In Ms. Elder's comprehensive biography of Alice Faye's we experience a young girl who emerges from a broken and impoverished home unscarred and loving.Her dreams of becoming a dancer place her in an atmosphere of traveling bands and their leaders, one night stands, and the New York night club scene, and in this atmosphere where so many others lost their ideals, she enjoys the friendship and respect of all her co-workers, male and female, as well as success..She enters the Hollywood movie arena of the 40's and 50's, where Mr. Zanuck and moguls of the movie studios try to dictate movie roles to her, yet she holds fast to what she inherently knows is correct and triumphs.And when she knows the time is right for her to quit show business and begin a private life, she does so and has many happy years with her family in a good marriage.

Ms. Elder's excellent writing maintains a balance between the career of Ms. Faye and the social and business environment in which she found herself.Indeed, this book gives splendid insight into the world of show business, from the early night club scene in New York to the developing Hollywood movie business with its contract players, radio broadcasts, and the early days of television. Of particular interest is the role of the newspaper reporters andthe film magazines, as well as the role of the movie studios' publicity departments.

This is an all-round interesting book, well researched and documented.I felt I really knew Alice by the end of the book, and admired her strength and values. ... Read more

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This is the most definitive survey yet of Alice Faye's unique career in film, recording, broadcasting, and on stage. An annotated bibliography of book, magazine, and newspaper sources covers her life and career from 1933 through 1989. This volume also features a filmography, discography, detailed coverage of Faye's broadcasting and stage career, specialized appendixes, and a general index and song index. "a superb work of reference." Classic Images ... Read more

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Comprehensive but faulty

Theses Bio-bibliographies vary in quality.This is not one of the better ones.The volume is full of inaccuracies and VERY expensive but it certainly captures the breadth of Alice Faye's career and for anyone who thinks of her only as a film actress, it is a revelation.

However, the errors and sloppy editing could have been avoided because the author had access to all the corrections but did not bother.Sadly, this perpetuates the errors so that the uninformed just does not know what is correct and what is not.

The references to articles about Faye and interviews with her are particularly useful for those who wish to learn more.

Definitely Worthwhile For Faye Fans
I've owned the Alice Faye book for several years, and consider it a very useful, and even affectionate, look at Faye's career. The author clearly admires the star, and in the filmography chapter he does print contemporary reviews that prove how highly Faye was regarded. The bibliography alone encompasses an enormous amount of material that has been written about Faye, andeven the complete log of her radio show with husband Phil Harris is accounted for. The volume even includes information I previously had no knowledge of-- such as Faye's post-Hollywood career as a representative for a pharmaceutical firm.I appreciate that a reference book as this has been done--there are some excellent photographs too.

A Well Intentioned Mess
Greenwood Press offers yet another example of it's policy of publishing something... anything... just because it's not yet in their cataloge.Those seeking an overview of Alice Faye's career will find all the basicfacts (many of them wrong) in this work, which resembles nothing so much asxeroxed pages stapled together. In no instance do we get any feeling forthe performer as a person, just a rundown of "and then shedid..." or "and then she recorded..." etc.Such a longlived and important career deserves far, far better than this overpricedrubbish.

Alice Faye deserves better
To anyone looking at this book for information it is quite impressive. People giving these rave reviews aaasume the information in the book iscorrect.Anyone who knows about Alice Faye would know that theinformation in this book is unreliable.There is a mistake of some kind onalmost every page.The author was given a wealth ofinformation/corrections to work with but he and the publisher were moreinterested in getting it done now than getting it done right.It's ashame that people refer to these so-called "reference books",assume what their reading is fact, and the mistakes get copied over andover.To sum it up - opportunity lost. A big let-down for people wholove Alice Faye.The book to find, although not as broad in scope, is"The Alice Faye Movie Book" (aka "The Films of AliceFaye").It was written by someone who actually saw every film. ... Read more

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When Willie Jerome plays his summer jazz on the rooftop, everyone considers it just noise, except his sister Judy, who tries to convince everyone of how good it is and who finally gets Mama to listen to Willie Jerome seriously. ... Read more

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A very rhytmic and meaningful children's book
I purchased this book after seeing the author read it live here in Memphis.I found that the story has a very compelling message that reaches children and adults alike. I also have to say that I have seen my fair share of live children's book readings and have never seen an author read a story as dynamically as Ms. Duncan.She really gets into it ... Read more

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"Duncan's simple, but beautiful prose makes an ugly subject somehow more understandable to youngsters, gives them a realistic view of progress made, and encourages them to work for an even better tomorrow. Exceptionally well-chosen black-and-white news photographs are paired with related bright, full-color photos of children interacting with related exhibits."--School Library Journal. ... Read more

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A mother expresses her everlasting love for her child in this warm, poetic picture book. Alice Faye Duncan's playful, affectionate text and Susan Keeter's tender paintings will touch your heart and soul.

I'm gone always be yo sweet Ma'Dear, and you gone always be my baby. ... Read more

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Beautiful Portrait of a Mother and Child
Beginning with Books' Best Books for Babies list calls Honey Baby Sugar Child (Simon & Schuster, $16.99) by Alice Faye Duncan a "perfect portrait of a mother's love for her child . . ." That's a wonderful way to describe this touching picture book that's just right for storytime or a bedtime snuggle. With tender lyricism accented by homey inflection, a mother shows her enduring love for her baby boy as she feeds him, twirls and runs with him, plays patty cake and loves him up until "the sugar's gone." Full of affection and warmth, the oil paintings by Susan Keeter are a beautiful complement to Duncan's poetic words and bring sweet sentiments such as this to life: "You the star in my crown."

My Son Loves This Book
My preschooler loves this book. He loves the pictures and he loves to hear me read it. Definitely a book to be shared between a mother and her young son. (I ended up with 2 copies because a friend of mine had the same idea and bought my son a copy as a gift.)

No, No, No!!!
I bought this book because I loved the illustration on the cover, and I trusted the reviews on Amazon.When we received the book the illustrations did not disappoint me, they are great. However, I can't believe this story was written by a librarian! Can we get a book about black kids that uses correct English? Seriously.

There were so many times in the book where the author could have replaced "Yo," with "Your" and "I see THEM cheeks,"seriously, would it have changed the book if the author wrote, "When I see your cheeks," or "I see those cheeks."

I'm returning this book, because along with entertainment and building closeness with my child, books are supposed to assist in teaching them how to read and write -- and I don't want my child reciting "Yo" "Them" and "I'm Gone..."

great if you have a son
I have a son and I love him so much. This book is so beautiful. Everytime we read it together, it is a celebration of our love for each other.I think that it is very important for black mothers to express that kind of love to theirs sons daily given the type of world we live in. In addition, the paintings in this book are a feast to the eyes. My son loves it and I do too....but there is one problem, when I read it to my son, I do use proper English.I could not allow myself to read the book to him as is.

Warm and Endearing
I LOVE this book!!!!!The words are short and sweet, enough to grab and hold the childs attention for days.The illustrations are beautiful. The pictures really grasp the love that is felt in each and every page.I love to read this story aloud to the children I work with, they just love the colors and the repetative language. I can't wait for her to write the nextbook! ... Read more

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A story that reveals the true meaning of Christmas. ... Read more

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Great Christmas lesson
My six year old daughter just read the book. In such a materialistic time of the year, this beautiful simple story packs such powerful lessons about how we can bless with what seemingly is so little and how a thankful perspective enriches our lives. The art work was done well - it made the story even more alive.

Reading List Addition!
Alice Faye Duncan has done it once again!Christmas Soup is an easy read for children with a universal message.The book demonstrates the generosity of the human spirit and the way children learn through examples.Great book!

The REAL Meaning of Christ-mas!
Recently, while searching the children's area of my local bookstore, I stumbled upon this classic story.In a nutshell, it is a book which teaches young children that God's abundance is released when we pray and when we share what we have with others.

Yep,here is a modern day tale (with comedy) about old-fashioned ideals like caring and sharing with your neighbor.

A must have for all ages!!!!! ... Read more

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Some of the prettiest paper doll books came out in the 1940s, and this Alice Faye book is no exception. The cover art, expertly drawn by Norman Mingo features three Alice Faye dolls, and the clothing pages by Clara Ernst include costumes from Alice Faye movies Tin Pan Alley, Lillian Russell, Hello Frisco Hello, Weekend in Havana and others. Star biography by fashion expert, David Wolfe. ... Read more

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A wonderful find!
I needed this item for a party I was giving and it was wonderful to find it so readily on Amazon.com.It arrived in perfect time and in great shape. ... Read more

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The Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show was one of radio s brightest lights; a hilarious situation comedy featuring a friendly sardonic and sarcastic edge that set it apart from its contemporaries. Featuring Phil Harris, fresh off plying his comedic and musical talents on The Jack Benny Program, and his movie star wife Alice Faye. The show also starred Elliott Lewis as the remarkable Frankie Remley -- one of radio s most unforgettable characters a humorously irresponsible con-artist with an endless thirst for the good stuff. Rounding out the regulars is Walter Tetley as Julius Abruzzio, a nervy grocery boy with a Brooklynese accent who served alternately as foil or patsy for Phil and Remley s various schemes. Also starring are Gale Gordon, Robert North, Jeanine Roos, Anne Whitfield, and announcer Bill Forman.

Included in this collection is a Program Guide by radio historian Ivan G. Shreve, Jr. with photographs and background information about the shows.

Episodes Include: The Studio Contest 02-12-50, Returning To Hollywood 02-19-50, The Movie Script 02-26-50, Mr. Scott's Daughter 03-05-50, Julius And Marjorie 03-12-50, Alice's New Car 03-19-50, Alice's Palm Springs Weekend 03-26-50, The Flying Saucer 04-02-50, Easter Bunnies 04-09-50, Cinderella 04-16-50, Darryl Zanuck s Dinner Party 04-23-50, The Secretary 04-30-50, The Trunk 05-07-50, Cooking Dinner 05-14-50, The Driver s License 05-21-50, Tickets To South Pacific 05-28-50, Phil s Vaccinations 06-04-50, Phil & Alice s New RCA Contract 10-01-50, Phil Has No Sponsor 10-08-50, Forbidden To Mention Sponsor's Name 10-15-50 ... Read more

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Excellent vintage radio
Here is a digitally remastered collection of the famous radio program of band leader/comedian Phil Harris and his charming wife, blonde film actress/ singer Alice Faye. The show was an enormous hit for almost 10 years and has an irreverance and loose quality which is endearing. For first time listeners, it will take a few episodes to establish the characters but once the format is engrained, there is a lot of fun to be enjoyed listening to Harris playing the blustery, bungling goofball and Faye in support as the voice of sanity. The supporting cast are excellent, particularly Julius as the smart mouthed grocery boy. It is also worth noting that there was always time for Faye to sing a hit of the day so you can hear her renditions of many songs written after her film career had ended. Harris was no mean singer himself, specialising in comedy songs of the south and he usually sings too.

The CDs have been beautifully packaged and there are some excellent liner notes. It is also interesting to note that the programs have been issued "under license from Alice Faye Trust". This implies that there might be more goodies preserved and issued in the future.

The Phil harris - Alice Faye Show, Beauty & Brains
What a laugh a minute. Just what we need today. Good old fun. My husband is a truck drive and he listen to these Cd's when he was on nights and was very glad that he was. Otherwise people what of wonder why he was laughing his head off. All I can say it is worth the money to have a laugh. Buy it. ... Read more

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This 1931 vintage sheet music is a complete arrangement for voice (lyrics) with piano accompaniment and guitar symbols in the key of C-Major. The ornate movie cover features the cast of "Tin Pan Alley". ... Read more

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America I Love You From "Tin Pan Alley"
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R1FJZYA7L0QUGD "America I Love You" from the motion picture, "Tin Pan Alley" (special thanks to teemb on youtube) This 1931 vintage sheet music is a complete arrangement for voice (lyrics) with piano accompaniment and guitar symbols in the key of C-Major. The ornate movie cover features the cast of "Tin Pan Alley".

Sheet Music single arrangements and collections, Themes from The movies:
Cuanto Le Gusta (A Date With Judy)
In Love in Vain (Centennial Summer)
Sing me a "Song of the Islands"
One Day When We Were Young (The Great John L.)
The More I See You
The Continental, You Kiss While You're Dancing (The Gay Divorcee)

My Shining Hour
Laura - Sheet Music
Baby Doll (The Warner Bros. Motion Picture)
Great Piano Hits (Themes from the Movies)
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America I Love You From "Tin Pan Alley"
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R273P1B67030Z "America I Love You" from the motion picture, "Tin Pan Alley". This 1931 vintage sheet music is a complete arrangement for voice (lyrics) with piano accompaniment and guitar symbols in the key of C-major. Ornate movie cover features the cast of "Tin Pan Alley".

Sheet Music arrangements featuring motion picture themes:
In Love in Vain (Centennial Summer)
Mahogany (Theme From Mohogany)
Sing me a "Song of the Islands"
One Day When We Were Young (The Great John L.)
The More I See You
The Continental (You Kiss While You're Dancing) "The Gay Divorcee"

Laura - Sheet Music
Serenade: From The Musical Romance- The Student Prince
Baby Doll (The Warner Bros. Motion Picture)
Where Is Your Heart(The Song from Moulin Rouge) ... Read more

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Miss Viola lives in a little lavender house with bright white shutters and a white picket fence.

Uncle Ed Lee lives in a little red house with hanging black shutters and a leaning mailbox.

Miss Viola is neat as a pin.

Uncle Ed Lee is junky as a pack rat.

They are opposites, through and through.

But Uncle Ed Lee wants to become friends with Miss Viola. Now, how can that be? Their young neighbor Bradley sees that friendship can take many forms one Saturday afternoon on Joubert Street. ... Read more