PICKIN’ MY WAY (1932) by Eddie Lang and Carl Kress

Eddie Lang (October 25, 1902 -- March 26, 1933) was an American guitarist some , considered to be the ’father of jazz guitar’ and a great influence on guitarists who came after him. He played with many other musicians, including the violinist Joe Venuti (their duo was an influence on Django), blues guitarist Lonnie Johnson, pianist Frank Signorelli and various bands. Sadly he died during an operation in New York City to remove his tonsils. This tune was recorded with guitarist Carl Kress in 1932, and is