Ben Light - With the Speed of Light 10" 78 RPM Record Set 1950s Tempo Jazz
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Description
Old 10” 78RPM records are subject to scratches, cracks, chips, or other defects. Refer to the photos for the condition of these records.
Cover is separating. Refer to photos for condition.
This vintage 10" 78 RPM record album features the incredible piano stylings of Ben Light, renowned for his lightning-fast finger technique. Titled "With the Speed of Light!", this Tempo Record Company of America release showcases Ben Light's unique style that has never been successfully imitated. The album is a special custom-made edition, with a cardboard sleeve that creatively displays Ben Light at the piano alongside other instruments.
Pressed by Tempo Record Company in Hollywood, California, this set includes multiple 10" records with tracks such as "April Showers," "Honeysuckle Rose," "Tea for Two," "Stormy Weather," and "Coquette." Accompanied by Herb Kern on the Hammond organ and Lloyd Sloop on the Novachord, the recordings represent a precision-timed test of Ben Light's extraordinary speed-clocked at 1173 notes per minute. The album cover and back provide rich liner notes and a full tracklist, making it a highly collectible piece for jazz and vintage record enthusiasts.
Ideal for collectors of 1950s jazz piano and vintage 78 RPM records, this Tempo Custom Made Records set is a testament to Ben Light's remarkable talent and the innovative recording techniques of the era. The cardboard sleeve and original brown paper inner sleeves protect the records, adding to its nostalgic appeal.
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