Time After Time
Chet Baker
Filmed in 1964
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Trumpeter, flugelhornist, and vocalist Chesney Henry “Chet” Baker was born in Yale, Oklahoma on December 23, 1929.
He first took interest in music as a singer in his church choir. His father introduced him to the trombone, but Chet downsized to the trumpet.
After multiple stints in the army, Baker began his career as a professional musician. His mellow trumpet playing and beautiful voice quickly made him an icon of the ’50s cool jazz scene.
Chet Baker plays “Time After Time” at this 1964 performance in Belgium.
Personnel:
Chet Baker – vocal, flugelhorn
Jacques Pelzer – flute
Rene Urtreger – piano
Luigi Trussardi – bass
Franco Manzecchi – drums
Ella Fitzgerald