Judy Garland and Martha Raye - Glenn Miller Medley

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  • January 14, 1964: Videotaping of both the dress rehearsal (from 5:30 to 7 p.m.) and the final performance (from 9 to 10:30 p.m.) of "Episode Eighteen" of "The Judy Garland Show," at CBS Television City, Stage 43, Hollywood.
    The show had been on a holiday break since December 23, 1963, and had just resumed rehearsals on January 11th.
    Judy's guests were Martha Raye, Peter Lawford, Rich Little, and Ken Murray. Judy sang: "76 Trombones"; "I'm Old Fashioned" (part of a sketch with Lawford); "Glenn Miller Medley" (with Raye, the dress rehearsal performance was used for the broadcast); "Hit Parade 1964" with Ray and Lawford; "All Alone"; and "Oh Lord, I'm On My Way." The latter two were part of the "Trunk" segment. It was originally planned for Judy to sing "Just You, Just Me" but she dropped that, on camera, saying "Let's not do the fast one."
    Judy also taped a segment featuring impressionist Rich Little singing "The Man That Got Away" as different famous stars and another segment of "Ken Murray and His Hollywood Home Movies."
    This episode aired on January 26, 1964, just after the annual broadcast of "The Wizard of Oz."

КОМЕНТАРІ • 189

  • @terrimyers3337
    @terrimyers3337 Рік тому +47

    We all know what a talent Judy was. Let’s just take a moment to celebrate Martha Raye.

  • @sharonh2991
    @sharonh2991 3 роки тому +119

    Martha Rays actually had a really solid voice. She sounds great.

    • @patrickweyland-smith1023
      @patrickweyland-smith1023 3 роки тому +7

      She was a band singer before she was scouted for Hollywood

    • @Dunstlookalike
      @Dunstlookalike 3 роки тому +7

      If you think this is impressive, search "Martha Raye scat singing".

    • @aileen694
      @aileen694 3 роки тому +4

      @@Dunstlookalike Going right now to find "Martha Ray scat singing"...

    • @aileen694
      @aileen694 3 роки тому +1

      @@patrickweyland-smith1023 That would explain a lot! Not an easy job, I know :))

    • @akrenwinkle
      @akrenwinkle 3 роки тому +2

      She's even better plural!

  • @optitom9033
    @optitom9033 3 роки тому +15

    Sat on a barstool next to Martha Rae in Laguna beach and never laughed so much, before I left I got an autograph for my mom

  • @burkegreenwood9109
    @burkegreenwood9109 Рік тому +19

    Quite intriguing how two wonderful and talented ladies with simple attire; no background singers or dancers, are more entertaining and charismatic than any entertainer today, i was literally smiling thru the entire performance!

  • @infonut
    @infonut 6 місяців тому +9

    Martha Raye was a registered surgical nurse and more than once she used this knowledge when she was overseas entertaining the troops with the USO.
    God bless her.

  • @njplr
    @njplr 3 роки тому +24

    It's unfathomable to me that this caliber of a show was ever ever WEEKLY fare. Classy and fun and bursting with life.

  • @glennlaroche1524
    @glennlaroche1524 4 роки тому +78

    Judy is ofc amazing, but I hope y'all ain't sleepin on Martha Raye here--much better voice than I ever had a clue of. Anyone who can give-and-take w Judy gets a gold star.

    • @Mickju
      @Mickju 3 роки тому +8

      I always thought Martha Raye was hilarious, but I didn't remember that she could sing that well. I really enjoyed seeing and hearing this.

    • @gabe-po9yi
      @gabe-po9yi 3 роки тому +2

      I was pleasantly surprised, too.

  • @louislamonte334
    @louislamonte334 2 роки тому +22

    Given all the constant emotional turmoil in Judy Garland's life it's so refreshing to see her laugh and get outside of herself.

    • @elspethcoogan1499
      @elspethcoogan1499 11 місяців тому +6

      Judy, according to those close to her, had a whacky sense of humor. Apparently, she enjoyed a laugh and was fun to be around. Yes, she had emotional struggles (doesn’t everyone) but she is not the tragic figure many people attribute to her.

  • @charlielambert9233
    @charlielambert9233 5 років тому +118

    Met Martha Raye in Saigon in line at the commissary. She and Bob Hope were in line with the rest of us soldiers. She had on a uniform.

    • @lifeishooey
      @lifeishooey 4 роки тому +20

      She was a nurse who was also decorated for her service in WW2

    • @zyxw2024
      @zyxw2024 3 роки тому +3

      If you don't mind me asking, what year was that?

    • @lohphat
      @lohphat 3 роки тому +6

      My dad won a Army Special Forces (Green Beret) soldier of the year award in 1973 in SoCal (Los Alamitos Air Station). Martha was at the award ceremony but then came back to my parent's house for drinks after. I was 7-8 years old and she found out we had a cat and wanted to see it (she was also famous as an animal lover) -- so she came into my (messy) bedroom to meet our cat Tigger.
      Not many can say they had Martha Raye in their bedroom! ;-)

  • @thefaceofthecentury
    @thefaceofthecentury 5 років тому +57

    Martha "Maggie" Raye was a fascinating woman. Her biography is a must read.

    • @stew7479
      @stew7479 4 роки тому +5

      Thanks. I will check it out.

    • @stonerrocky
      @stonerrocky Місяць тому

      I googled her and found out that she was an amazing giver of her time to our soldiers not to mention her comic genius. Also never knew she had a legit singing voice that could hold up to Judy's in this segment.

  • @Vandermin011
    @Vandermin011 3 роки тому +47

    Didn’t think anyone could give Judy a run for her money, but Martha is a revelation! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

    • @NickelPlateDave
      @NickelPlateDave 3 роки тому +3

      Martha kept messing it up on purpose but such a good duet

    • @gregXxo
      @gregXxo 3 роки тому +4

      There's a video of Martha imitating Judy singing Over The Rainbow

    • @CraigSlivka
      @CraigSlivka Рік тому +1

      actually there were a number of performers gave Judy a run for her money. You just did not realize it. When a performer like Lena Horne or Peggy Lee were on the show, they also gave her a run for their money, but you do not realize it, what you do notice is a much more energized Judy giving us everything and then some because she was singing with someone worthy of how good she was/is/and will always be. Judy was highly competitive, and to get the best out of her, you surround her with the best and watch her soar. Compared to acts like the Dillards (also on the show), where you see her going through the motions so to speak.

  • @Seabasstien
    @Seabasstien 3 роки тому +24

    I must confess I can't watch the new Judy movie getting a Best Actress Oscar when the lady herself so deserved the award. Love Judy Garland.

    • @pearlkrabs
      @pearlkrabs 3 роки тому +3

      The movie was awful.Judy deserves so much better.

    • @jodywilson246
      @jodywilson246 3 роки тому

      Darwin, I understand what you mean. BUT Judy Garland is more famous with anyone over 30 than Renee Zellweger. Yes--- Judy Garland was very deserving of acclaim. It is unfortunate that the acclaim came after her death. But it is acclaim nonetheless, and I would imagine that even Zellweger would admit Judy is a Star with a CAPITAL S while Renee's star is somewhat smaller, regardless of the Oscar.

    • @connerfirkins5759
      @connerfirkins5759 2 роки тому +1

      I thought the movie was ok, I did a good job really digging in to Judy’s life, but the singing was terrible, it didn’t capture Judy one bit.

  • @darklordojeda
    @darklordojeda 3 роки тому +19

    This was incredible. How unfortunate are those who will never experience such entertainment. I was born in 1980 and am ever so grateful to have had parents that really enjoyed this type of entertainment. I adore it.

  • @mggentry
    @mggentry 2 роки тому +6

    I'm LIVING for Judys hair in this-

  • @emomarcelor
    @emomarcelor 3 роки тому +32

    A very funny and entertaining duet by two entertainers, Martha Raye, an off beat comedienne, and Judy Garland, a dramatic singer. The combination is unique, a treasure.

  • @cheric35
    @cheric35 2 роки тому +24

    One of my fav duet from the show. They're dressed like average ladies of their generation just cranking out the sweetest Glenn Miller medley

  • @stonerrocky
    @stonerrocky Місяць тому +2

    Masters at their craft. Entertaining us.

  • @JanMike9
    @JanMike9 4 роки тому +71

    Watching this with a huge smile throughout. Wish they were paired more often, they really are having a blast, and the chemistry is palpable. Love hearing/seeing clips of Judy laughing, she really let it rip!

    • @localeni
      @localeni 3 роки тому +4

      Totally agree 💜

  • @tigergreg8
    @tigergreg8 3 роки тому +20

    This duo worked very well together. Garland was a perfect fit for Raye's comedic ways.

  • @nickdellow6073
    @nickdellow6073 7 місяців тому +5

    Oh, when Judy sings "At last, my love has come along" at 2:36 . It's so beautiful and timeless, it sends shivers down my spine.

  • @samanthavillagomez997
    @samanthavillagomez997 3 роки тому +36

    I just love the authenticity of Martha Ray!

  • @kathleenmckeithen118
    @kathleenmckeithen118 8 місяців тому +9

    I adored Martha Rae when I was a kid. She was a great talent and her voice was wonderful. I miss those old days here at 75 years of age. So glad I was born in 1948.😊

  • @jeffreydavis7657
    @jeffreydavis7657 4 роки тому +36

    Two of the best! So glad I grew up in the 60s and 70s. Real talent back then.

    • @TheLindyconner
      @TheLindyconner 4 роки тому +7

      Im jealous! I wanted to be around from the 40s-on! I hate my era. I came in the 80s instead. But I am an old soul heart 😊

    • @susanmema7738
      @susanmema7738 2 роки тому +1

      Me too!!

  • @sisuriffs
    @sisuriffs 7 місяців тому +5

    Ms Raye was a 1940s legend in her own right, which the generation taking this show in would certainly know. No trouble holding her own here. She used to do a brilliant Judy Garland impersonation as a part of her act as well. Such talented women-and that band!

  • @braxtonh6499
    @braxtonh6499 Рік тому +12

    Wow their voices just meld into each other. I love it.

  • @cindybrodie9769
    @cindybrodie9769 5 років тому +47

    Judy is hilarious while maintaining that beautiful voice. ❤️

  • @pal035s
    @pal035s 4 роки тому +26

    They sure had a good time together, trying to to trip each other up. It's a real hoot !

  • @daniellefrank007
    @daniellefrank007 3 роки тому +12

    Martha has such melotic vibrato, so classy and goofy. Judy loved her ❤

  • @jl3322
    @jl3322 3 роки тому +20

    So funny and you really feel like this is the real Judy Garland ♥️

  • @artbeau
    @artbeau 3 роки тому +12

    What an amazing pair of talents. They both played off of each other just brilliantly!

  • @judithricca6915
    @judithricca6915 3 роки тому +4

    Judy and Martha, who knew she could sing like that, together. What a treat!!!!!!

  • @michaelbressette2599
    @michaelbressette2599 Рік тому +2

    I've never heard Martha Raye Sing before, shes got a beautiful voice & I like her impression of Judy Garland.

  • @Acidicju
    @Acidicju 5 років тому +44

    2 dazzling dames swinging down memory lane.

  • @DCFunBud
    @DCFunBud Рік тому +3

    People forget or never knew what a formidable jazz singer Martha Raye was. She was right up there with the best of her day. (Singing opposite Judy Garland? Not a problem.) Her comedy and schick often overshadowed her vocal prowess. Her singing was almost incidental to her acting. Anita O'Day said to Dick Cavett on his show that Martha's singing was big influence on her.

  • @craigslivka1
    @craigslivka1 3 роки тому +4

    I wonder if Martha's complaints about her head hurting could have something to do with drinking a little more Blue Nun with Judy than she had bargained for. All and all the comedic antics and musical talents utilized in this medley by both ladies are nothing short of stellar!

  • @davidtate7372
    @davidtate7372 3 роки тому +9

    Judy and guests. Some of the best ever entertainment.

  • @barbarak.7637
    @barbarak.7637 5 років тому +35

    Looks like they had a lot of fun. Awesome.

  • @jingb.9620
    @jingb.9620 Рік тому +3

    I will never get enough of this! So much talent between the two of them!

  • @tj81164
    @tj81164 3 роки тому +4

    Absolutely fun & talent to boot! Such a travesty that we don’t have this kind of entertainment anymore.

  • @suep4391
    @suep4391 Рік тому +3

    Such talent that you won't find today.

  • @YesItsMeGuys68
    @YesItsMeGuys68 3 роки тому +7

    I had no idea Martha sang ... pretty amazing performance

  • @michelleregis6181
    @michelleregis6181 3 роки тому +4

    Martha Ray was such a lovable ham and Darling Judy,, this was much fun ,

  • @bernardfrederick9462
    @bernardfrederick9462 7 місяців тому +2

    Amazing woman! I wish she were still alive.

  • @johnlyndsay
    @johnlyndsay 3 роки тому +11

    Wow, that Martha Raye could sing.

  • @lindaeasley5606
    @lindaeasley5606 3 роки тому +24

    Martha Raye's comedy style reminds me of Carol Burnett

    • @wandertree
      @wandertree 3 роки тому +1

      Yes! She's a total ham.

    • @samworley1901
      @samworley1901 3 роки тому +3

      Burnett was a fan of Martha and recorded an album with her.

    • @mike856ms
      @mike856ms 3 роки тому +2

      For me it's more like Carols style reminds me of Martha's and Lucy's.

  • @jmartin4204
    @jmartin4204 4 роки тому +14

    Sounded good together

  • @hiyapal7719
    @hiyapal7719 8 місяців тому +2

    Love both of these classical ladies. ❤

  • @psw4763
    @psw4763 3 роки тому +10

    Definitely enjoyed watching two great and very talented ladies.

  • @charlielambert9233
    @charlielambert9233 5 років тому +35

    Judy lived only 5 more years. I was a my father's golf club on Sunday morning , June 21, 1969, when announcer played a spiritual song by Judy and then announced she had died. What a performer. Dead at 47. Too sad.

    • @hilaryapril7043
      @hilaryapril7043 3 роки тому +1

      I was riding on the NY subway to work in Manhattan and saw the front page of the NY Post...Judy Garland dead at 47...

  • @deborahpugh7120
    @deborahpugh7120 3 роки тому +3

    Oh they were great together!! Glad to see them having fun!

  • @assignmentearth2899
    @assignmentearth2899 3 роки тому +4

    I have a great fascination with the Judy Garland show. Great stuff!

  • @depaola63
    @depaola63 3 роки тому +3

    Absolutely wonderful classic memories ❤️⭐️⭐️I’m now 58 and my Nana loved both these ladies and taught me in the 1970’s who Martha was 💎💎

  • @richardgornalle4536
    @richardgornalle4536 3 роки тому +9

    What a hoot! Great entertainment from great entertainers. Loving this.

  • @fredrogers4704
    @fredrogers4704 4 роки тому +9

    Two Great Ones!

  • @epflrz1625
    @epflrz1625 3 роки тому +4

    A powerful duo! Love this and their chemistry is great.

  • @rdelapaz5004
    @rdelapaz5004 3 роки тому +10

    Love them both❤

  • @marilynmichaels8358
    @marilynmichaels8358 Рік тому +2

    SO EASY AND CHARMING.. rAYE WAS A GENIUS

  • @mike856ms
    @mike856ms 3 роки тому +2

    I have not smiled and laughed at a UA-cam video in a long time. Loved it

  • @danielappel1368
    @danielappel1368 2 роки тому +3

    Martha was a terrific singer. She could have been a top-notch jazz vocalist had she chosen that path. Too bad she didn't make more recordings.

    • @thomasdearcos7657
      @thomasdearcos7657 2 роки тому +1

      I so agree! I have a cd of hers with the song “ Gone with the wind” and I wish she was more of a recording artist than a
      comedienne.

  • @karenpinner5913
    @karenpinner5913 3 роки тому +4

    Love these two talents together🎶

  • @KDMDiz
    @KDMDiz 7 місяців тому +1

    I adore Martha Raye! That's hilarious rubber face of hers is incredible.😂❤

  • @annettefournier9655
    @annettefournier9655 3 роки тому +2

    I didn't realize Martha was so short. Great voices both of them.

  • @nedmarc
    @nedmarc 3 місяці тому

    An amazing amount of talent between them!

  • @connerfirkins5759
    @connerfirkins5759 2 роки тому +2

    Happy birthday Judy!!

  • @roland-qg3dh
    @roland-qg3dh Рік тому +1

    Two great, unique talents.

  • @emilionassarantonio7868
    @emilionassarantonio7868 Рік тому +1

    Excelentes Cantantes...muy simpáticas y grandes amigas..saludos

  • @unclebobunclebob
    @unclebobunclebob 3 роки тому +3

    Martha Raye was a huge influence on one of jazz's great singers, Anita O'Day.

    • @sharpear1031
      @sharpear1031 3 роки тому +1

      If you hear Martha sing Over the Rainbow, she let everybody know....

  • @Ody.s.sey1
    @Ody.s.sey1 4 роки тому +7

    Love this

  • @MrJimmyolson
    @MrJimmyolson 3 роки тому +6

    OMG!!!❤️❤️❤️

  • @bernardfrederick9462
    @bernardfrederick9462 7 місяців тому +1

    Love them!! Amazing! Hilarious!

  • @YuliJade
    @YuliJade 4 місяці тому

    This always makes me smile 💜

  • @sandyschipper155
    @sandyschipper155 3 роки тому +7

    Omg I enjoyed that.

  • @susanmema7738
    @susanmema7738 2 роки тому

    Ah!!! so many memories!!!
    Love both of these great ladies

  • @spencehayashi2772
    @spencehayashi2772 3 роки тому +1

    great clip. both of them look like they are having a ball

  • @jongreen4893
    @jongreen4893 3 роки тому +2

    Didnt know Martha could sing so well!

  • @Paddywhack87
    @Paddywhack87 3 роки тому +2

    this is magical! made my day

  • @LILTONY1961
    @LILTONY1961 Рік тому

    Two Gorgeous lady's,making me "wanna get happy" ../thanks Judy/❤❤

  • @joonanevalainen9702
    @joonanevalainen9702 Рік тому

    two ladies having fun I love it

  • @henrikechers9995
    @henrikechers9995 3 роки тому +27

    Two professionals who both grow up in Vaudeville.

    • @brianeduardo1234
      @brianeduardo1234 3 роки тому +1

      Ms Raye’s roots in vaudeville are v obvious she needed to rein in the mugging for the small screen

  • @antondoesbolton
    @antondoesbolton 3 роки тому +1

    Just GLORIOUS

  • @tonyadams4989
    @tonyadams4989 3 роки тому +2

    Martha was such a hoot!

  • @coloren1
    @coloren1 2 роки тому

    How great is this!!!!

  • @dabeage
    @dabeage 3 роки тому +12

    I know she played for laughs but Martha had a voice....

    • @kathychinski6308
      @kathychinski6308 3 роки тому

      Martha’s voice was equal to Judy’s but she had a different persona.

  • @seanmcgivney7631
    @seanmcgivney7631 3 роки тому

    My God what a fantastic performance!

  • @kathrynmolesa1641
    @kathrynmolesa1641 3 роки тому +3

    Wish judy could have seen Liza get her Oscar for Cabaret

  • @lifeishooey
    @lifeishooey 4 роки тому +7

    I loved loved loved her in Alice.

    • @jaengen
      @jaengen 2 роки тому

      I loved her as the Polident lady!

  • @johnfachy393
    @johnfachy393 3 роки тому

    FABULOUS!! Thank you for posting!!

  • @edwardhess2565
    @edwardhess2565 3 роки тому +2

    Martha Raye really hams it up in this dress rehearsal, bahahaha!!! 🤣

  • @edwardcaulfield67
    @edwardcaulfield67 3 роки тому

    thank you for posting this - such talent

  • @jasonsmith7416
    @jasonsmith7416 3 роки тому +2

    I never realized how much they sound alike.

  • @ZenFox0
    @ZenFox0 3 роки тому

    That was fun to watch!

  • @betsystewart9786
    @betsystewart9786 3 роки тому

    I love 💕 both these funny Ladies

  • @terrimyers3337
    @terrimyers3337 Рік тому +3

    As hilarious as this is, I’d love to have seen the rehearsal

    • @aleolidemu6169
      @aleolidemu6169 Рік тому +2

      According to Coyne Steven Sanders' book, this was the rehearsal. The "final number" wasn't as good as this one, they couldn't top the magic, so they decided to use this instead ☺️.. 💜🌿

  • @JanetESmith-er8sk
    @JanetESmith-er8sk 3 роки тому

    Anita O’Day loved Martha Raye! Accused her of singing the consonants! 🤩

  • @poetcomic1
    @poetcomic1 2 роки тому +1

    Two 'born in a trunk' gals. Martha Raye was born in Butte, Montana where her vaudeville parents were playing.

  • @lolapavon4780
    @lolapavon4780 Рік тому

    Always thought that too

  • @Marina-mt1hw
    @Marina-mt1hw 3 роки тому

    ❤️❤️❤️ Magistrales!

  • @g04922
    @g04922 2 місяці тому

    Now I know where Jim Carrey got his extreme facial expressions - by watching Martha !

  • @regplate2923
    @regplate2923 3 роки тому +1

    A time when America was full of hope and seemed invincible, at least on the surface.

    • @sharpear1031
      @sharpear1031 3 роки тому

      I think "hope" was the keyword of that generation.

  • @jamesbusjahn6962
    @jamesbusjahn6962 2 роки тому

    Love the fact that they both were married to David Rose. He was Martha's second husband, and Judy's first.