Stars of Jazz
Bobby Troup Stars of Jazz television broadcasts debuted in the summer of 1956 on KABC, Los Angeles. It was unheard of in the mid 1950s to televise jazz on a regular basis, but because of the dedication of producer Jimmie Baker, program director Pete Robinson and host Bobby Troup the program aired for over two years. It was sponsored by Budweiser and eventually went from a local to network broadcast. The selections represented the incredible range of artists that were beamed into your living room every night.
- 1956-1958
- 3 seasons
- Music
Bobby Troup Stars of Jazz television broadcasts debuted in the summer of 1956 on KABC, Los Angeles. It was unheard of in the mid 1950s to televise jazz on a regular basis, but because of the dedication of producer Jimmie Baker, program director Pete Robinson and host Bobby Troup the program aired for over two years. It was sponsored by Budweiser and eventually went from a local to network broadcast. The selections represented the incredible range of artists that were beamed into your living room every night.
Season 3 Episode Guide
3 Episodes 1958
Episode 1
Richie Kamuca/Ruth Price
Mon, Apr 7, 1958
Episode 2
Shelly Manne and His Men/Andre Previn
Mon, Aug 11, 1958
Episode 3
Oscar Peterson Trio/Pat Healy
Mon, Aug 18, 1958
