tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post5586286696742910514..comments2024-03-28T22:21:46.973-07:00Comments on Tossing It Out: How High the Moon (BOTB)Arlee Birdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-44607700474481509912015-07-20T04:51:46.157-07:002015-07-20T04:51:46.157-07:00Thea, thanks for the vote. I've added it to th...Thea, thanks for the vote. I've added it to the final tally.<br /><br />LeeArlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-15983052833259518052015-07-19T23:04:00.976-07:002015-07-19T23:04:00.976-07:00I know I'm a little late to the party .. I lik...I know I'm a little late to the party .. I like the second version better. It reminds me of an old b&w movie.<br /><br />thanks.theahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08621187880594813876noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-26039262277661070002015-07-19T08:26:46.399-07:002015-07-19T08:26:46.399-07:00Dolorah, a vote by default via Betty Boop!
Les Pa...Dolorah, a vote by default via Betty Boop!<br /><br /><b>Les Paul</b> remains in the lead with your vote.<br /><br />Lee<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-51652329401746038362015-07-19T08:19:16.256-07:002015-07-19T08:19:16.256-07:00Susan, just yesterday as I was driving to NJ I was...Susan, just yesterday as I was driving to NJ I was listening to an old radio broadcast version of <i>It's a Wonderful Life</i> with the original film cast.<br /><br />A vote for <b>Mitchell Ayres</b>.<br /><br />Lee<br />Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-59135985367115247312015-07-19T08:16:25.030-07:002015-07-19T08:16:25.030-07:00Actually I need to correct that to Les Paul.
LeeActually I need to correct that to <b>Les Paul</b>.<br /><br />LeeArlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-81703022832578254342015-07-19T08:10:15.439-07:002015-07-19T08:10:15.439-07:00Actually I need to correct that to Les Paul.
LeeActually I need to correct that to <b>Les Paul</b>.<br /><br />LeeArlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-10215276569567293922015-07-18T22:27:18.729-07:002015-07-18T22:27:18.729-07:00Oh yeah; two very good versions. And, I'm not ...Oh yeah; two very good versions. And, I'm not a bit swayed by the inclusion of my avatar Betty Boop in the video. No, not at all *cough*<br /><br />I liked the lyrics though. I don't believe I've ever heard this song, and while the big band musical is appealing, I enjoyed the lyrics, vocals, and instrumentation of Les Paul version.dolorahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08715849844092553699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-42949514545597682122015-07-17T20:17:08.082-07:002015-07-17T20:17:08.082-07:00Definitely the 1940 Mitchell Ayres. I love the mu...Definitely the 1940 Mitchell Ayres. I love the music from that time period; it is so silky and sophisticated.<br /><br />In "It's a Wonderful Life", Jimmy Stewart promises he'll lasso the moon for Donna Reed. The moon always plays a part in love.Susan Kanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09834094675218254410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-77425058189257325922015-07-17T14:49:22.783-07:002015-07-17T14:49:22.783-07:00Jennifer, I agree about not only the classic sound...Jennifer, I agree about not only the classic sound of the Ayres version, but I also think it shows a lot of class.<br /><br />Another vote for <b>Mitchell Ayres</b>.<br /><br />Lee<br />Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-14431806338949304082015-07-17T14:45:42.867-07:002015-07-17T14:45:42.867-07:00Debbie, Mary Ford did do some nice vocals, but I a...Debbie, Mary Ford did do some nice vocals, but I also like that big band style of singing. I'm now on my way to visit the grandkids in NJ--be there in a couple of days.<br /><br />I was afraid that my contest could be a blowout, but I'm pleasantly surprised by the outcome.<br /><br />Your vote is for <b>Mitchell Ayres</b>.<br /><br />Lee<br />Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-78352750292367630982015-07-17T14:42:09.048-07:002015-07-17T14:42:09.048-07:00FAE, it would be very cool if it were this version...FAE, it would be very cool if it were this version your parents had on record. What a great record to own now.<br /><br />A vote for <b>Mitchell Ayres</b>.<br /><br />Lee<br />Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-12722154478419694252015-07-17T14:39:27.183-07:002015-07-17T14:39:27.183-07:00John, yes I can imagine a big band in some swanky ...John, yes I can imagine a big band in some swanky club back in the 40's with couples dancing to the Ayres style. I'll give your vote to <b>Les Paul</b>.<br /><br />Lee<br />Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-18771676732677112202015-07-17T14:36:56.284-07:002015-07-17T14:36:56.284-07:00Loni, no patience for the leisurely Ayres approach...Loni, no patience for the leisurely Ayres approach. Another vote going to <b> Les Paul</b>.<br /><br />Lee<br />Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-33824486731313001612015-07-17T14:34:57.993-07:002015-07-17T14:34:57.993-07:00Guilie, your assessment makes perfect sense to me....Guilie, your assessment makes perfect sense to me.<br /><br />A vote for <b>Mitchell Ayres</b>.<br /><br />Lee<br />Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-6805972977416370722015-07-17T14:32:44.962-07:002015-07-17T14:32:44.962-07:00Susan, I hope I'm understanding your comment o...Susan, I hope I'm understanding your comment okay. I'm recording your vote for <b>Les Paul</b>.<br /><br />Lee<br />Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-53636331302941961872015-07-17T14:28:07.689-07:002015-07-17T14:28:07.689-07:00Sboy6, at the moment I'm in a dingy motel in D...Sboy6, at the moment I'm in a dingy motel in Danville, VA. Needed to stay here tonight but most of the better places were filled because of NASCAR races. At least they have wifi here.<br /><br />A vote for <b>Les Paul</b>.<br /><br />Lee<br />Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-60704712879377925192015-07-17T14:25:23.273-07:002015-07-17T14:25:23.273-07:00Mary, a firm vote for Les Paul
LeeMary, a firm vote for <b>Les Paul</b><br /><br />LeeArlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-91218129385504098722015-07-17T12:34:17.551-07:002015-07-17T12:34:17.551-07:00Mitchell Ayres and his Fashions In Music with Mary...Mitchell Ayres and his Fashions In Music with Mary Ann Mercer... definitely. There is a discordance in the newer version during some of the lower notes. Plus, the older version feels classic without sounding cheap.Jennifer Ruth Jacksonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04699005759754946494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-3519890004495532542015-07-16T20:50:46.039-07:002015-07-16T20:50:46.039-07:00Another interesting battle, Lee. Yes, I'm fami...Another interesting battle, Lee. Yes, I'm familiar with Les Paul and Mary Ford - my mother was into music in a big way. ☺ Les Paul's guitar prowess can't be ignored, plus the vocals were better, but I have to vote for Mitchell Ayers.That big band 40s sound is more pleasing to me ears. Hope you're enjoying your grandfatherly duties. <a href="http://thedogladysden.com/knockin-on-heavens-door-battle-of-the-band-botb/" rel="nofollow">My battle</a> is looking like a blowout! Come on by and vote, if you get the chance. Cheers!Debbie D. https://www.blogger.com/profile/13153118405565035071noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-62084598096430337292015-07-16T15:55:33.058-07:002015-07-16T15:55:33.058-07:00When I first read your post, I thought; I know thi...When I first read your post, I thought; I know this song. When I listened to the first contender, I thought; oops, not the song I was thinking of, but when I listened to the Mitchell Ayres, I knew this was the song I was thinking of. (I think my parents had this record). So, cast my vote for the slower more familiar Mitchell Ayres version. The Les Paul was good and quite interesting, just not wht I waws expecting.farawayeyeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17578277501054242356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-11086231233242675262015-07-16T15:30:03.142-07:002015-07-16T15:30:03.142-07:00Both of these are excellent examples of the music ...Both of these are excellent examples of the music of their time. The Mitchell Ayres version is definitely a dance arrangement; it's much longer so everyone can dance to it. I doubt you could dance to the Les Paul-Mary Ford version very easily, but again, the highlight of their records is Mary's singing, Les's guitar playing, and the echo and multitracking. I like both of them for those reasons. <br /><br />I'm going with Les and Mary.John Holtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00545030511941957804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-39714365090098185222015-07-16T10:57:29.158-07:002015-07-16T10:57:29.158-07:00It takes too long to get anywhere with the second ...It takes too long to get anywhere with the second one for me, so I'm voting Les Paul and Mary Ford!Loni Townsendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05126958230703180761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-12554660673443904152015-07-16T06:50:19.434-07:002015-07-16T06:50:19.434-07:00Lovely pick for a battle, Lee. My vote goes to Mit...Lovely pick for a battle, Lee. My vote goes to Mitchell Ayres. The Les Paul version, as innovative as it was, seemed too cheery to be true, if that makes any sense :D <br /><br />Thanks for the visit and vote over at <a href="http://guilie-castillo-oriard.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow"> Quiet Laughter </a>, too :)Guilie Castillohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09006999087139126972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-61923903515836131812015-07-16T03:38:19.607-07:002015-07-16T03:38:19.607-07:00Loved the visuals on the first one and snappy it s...Loved the visuals on the first one and snappy it surely was with some excellent guitar plucking of the strings. Not sure about the 2nd one ... <br />I'll go with the first - Les Paul and Mary Ford though a little too snappy for me ..Susan Scotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12041548718544123557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-46629533237492768332015-07-15T22:25:52.612-07:002015-07-15T22:25:52.612-07:00Very good battle, Lee. A true classic song with t...Very good battle, Lee. A true classic song with two very different styles, both of which are fine versions.<br /><br />My fav is Ella's from Montreaux... but that is not a choice. I own the Les Paul version and love it too, so it gets my vote.<br /><br />We are traveling in Colorado right now. Where are you?Sheboyganboy VInoreply@blogger.com