Coots, J. Fred. (1897-1985). Unpublished Autograph Song Manuscript and Letter to Ted Lewis. A remarkable unpublished original song manuscript and "recitation," together with a letter pitching it to his friend, legendary entertainer, Ted Lewis (1892-1971). A fantastic collection of 3 pieces from the composer of one of the biggest best sellers in American music history (Santa Claus is Coming to Town) , 700+ other songs, also scores for Broadway plays, etc.
An undated TLS on Fred Coots letterhead, as follows: "Ted: Caught the show Friday night and it was one of the best I ever witnessed. Your showmanship and routining is still tops and should be a required part of training for all the youngsters with ambition to succeed in show business.
Look over SMILE NEIGHBOR. Lou Davis and I cooked it up a few years ago for a motion picture, but there was nobody to sing it, and it wound up on the cutting room floor. As I watched you the other night, the more I felt that you and SMILE NEIGHBOR could blend beautifully. If so, bless you and go to it. If not, just tear it up and forget it and we'll try again some time. Otherwise, a phone call will reach me around early afternoon any day at Circle 6-6520. Best to you and Ada. Your old pal, J. Fred Coots."
The autograph of the song is one full manuscript page, titled "Smile Neighbor," and completed entirely in the hand of the composer. It is sold together with a one page typed "Recitation," with a holograph note stating that "after verse and chorus: Music Continues." The recitation is the song intro. for Ted Lewis. 3 items.
An undated TLS on Fred Coots letterhead, as follows: "Ted: Caught the show Friday night and it was one of the best I ever witnessed. Your showmanship and routining is still tops and should be a required part of training for all the youngsters with ambition to succeed in show business.
Look over SMILE NEIGHBOR. Lou Davis and I cooked it up a few years ago for a motion picture, but there was nobody to sing it, and it wound up on the cutting room floor. As I watched you the other night, the more I felt that you and SMILE NEIGHBOR could blend beautifully. If so, bless you and go to it. If not, just tear it up and forget it and we'll try again some time. Otherwise, a phone call will reach me around early afternoon any day at Circle 6-6520. Best to you and Ada. Your old pal, J. Fred Coots."
The autograph of the song is one full manuscript page, titled "Smile Neighbor," and completed entirely in the hand of the composer. It is sold together with a one page typed "Recitation," with a holograph note stating that "after verse and chorus: Music Continues." The recitation is the song intro. for Ted Lewis. 3 items.
Coots, J. Fred. (1897-1985). Unpublished Autograph Song Manuscript and Letter to Ted Lewis. A remarkable unpublished original song manuscript and "recitation," together with a letter pitching it to his friend, legendary entertainer, Ted Lewis (1892-1971). A fantastic collection of 3 pieces from the composer of one of the biggest best sellers in American music history (Santa Claus is Coming to Town) , 700+ other songs, also scores for Broadway plays, etc.
An undated TLS on Fred Coots letterhead, as follows: "Ted: Caught the show Friday night and it was one of the best I ever witnessed. Your showmanship and routining is still tops and should be a required part of training for all the youngsters with ambition to succeed in show business.
Look over SMILE NEIGHBOR. Lou Davis and I cooked it up a few years ago for a motion picture, but there was nobody to sing it, and it wound up on the cutting room floor. As I watched you the other night, the more I felt that you and SMILE NEIGHBOR could blend beautifully. If so, bless you and go to it. If not, just tear it up and forget it and we'll try again some time. Otherwise, a phone call will reach me around early afternoon any day at Circle 6-6520. Best to you and Ada. Your old pal, J. Fred Coots."
The autograph of the song is one full manuscript page, titled "Smile Neighbor," and completed entirely in the hand of the composer. It is sold together with a one page typed "Recitation," with a holograph note stating that "after verse and chorus: Music Continues." The recitation is the song intro. for Ted Lewis. 3 items.
An undated TLS on Fred Coots letterhead, as follows: "Ted: Caught the show Friday night and it was one of the best I ever witnessed. Your showmanship and routining is still tops and should be a required part of training for all the youngsters with ambition to succeed in show business.
Look over SMILE NEIGHBOR. Lou Davis and I cooked it up a few years ago for a motion picture, but there was nobody to sing it, and it wound up on the cutting room floor. As I watched you the other night, the more I felt that you and SMILE NEIGHBOR could blend beautifully. If so, bless you and go to it. If not, just tear it up and forget it and we'll try again some time. Otherwise, a phone call will reach me around early afternoon any day at Circle 6-6520. Best to you and Ada. Your old pal, J. Fred Coots."
The autograph of the song is one full manuscript page, titled "Smile Neighbor," and completed entirely in the hand of the composer. It is sold together with a one page typed "Recitation," with a holograph note stating that "after verse and chorus: Music Continues." The recitation is the song intro. for Ted Lewis. 3 items.