There is no single star for these early entries to the Great American Songbook, but this particular show features repeat compositions from the likes of George (with Ira) Gershwin, Milton Ager and Jack Yellen, and lyricist Gus Kahn with either Walter Donaldson or Isham Jones.

The point of focus moved more toward the “Great White Way,” with New York’s Broadway serving as a steadfast focal point for songwriters.

Featured tracks include:

Carolina in the Morning – Al Jolson

I’ll Build a Stairway to Paradise – Sarah Vaughan

Louisville Lou – Sophie Tucker

What’ll I Do – Art Garfunkel

Who’s Sorry Now – Connie Francis

Alabamy Bound – Ray Charles

Big Bad Bill Is Sweet William Now – Ry Cooder

Fascinating Rhythm – Stan Kenton

Hard Hearted Hannah – Ella Fitzgerald

I’ll See You in My Dreams – Django Reinhardt

It Had to Be You – Elvis Costello

The Man I Love – Billie Holiday