These 2 concerts were part of the Ad Lib Series and also features Blossom Dearie and Eddie Harris.
Billy Daniels was one of the most successful vocalists to come out of the Big Band Era, sharing the stage with legends such as Nat King Cole, Sammy Davis Jr., Pearl Bailey and Charlie Parker. When he released "That Old Black Magic," the song, paired with Daniels' signature voice and dance style, became a massive hit, selling more than 12 million copies. Daniels appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show, amongst others, and hosted The Billy Daniels Show, one of the first series to star a black performer.
Personnel: Billy Daniels - Vocals; Eddie Harris - Saxophone; Blossom Dearie - Piano & Vocals; Larry Nash - Piano; John Heard - Bass; Jimmy Smith - Drums
60 minutes