Focus on Chet Baker

Spinning on Air | May 18, 2010
Trumpter and singer Chet Baker had a compelling, unique sound, and lived a compelling, difficult life. James Gavin has just written a biography of Baker, and in the process he's found lots of rare performance and interview recordings. On this edition of Spinning On Air, Gavin joins host David Garland to share his treasure trove of Chet Baker rarities.
Jazz legend Chet Baker is the focus of this edition of Spinning on Air, as host David Garland speaks with James Gavin, author of Deep in a Dream: The Long Night of Chet Baker.

Related Information:

Chapter One from Deep in a Dream

The Official Chet Baker Web site (maintained by Chet Baker's family)

Chet Baker biography

Chet Baker discography

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