Cherry's Jubilee: Singin' And Swingin' Through Life With Dino And Frank, Arnie And Jack | 
enlarge | Authors: Don Cherry, Neil T. Daniels Publisher: Triumph Books (IL) Category: Book
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Media: Hardcover Number Of Items: 1 Pages: 292 Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.4 Dimensions (in): 9 x 6 x 1.3
ISBN: 1572438347 Dewey Decimal Number: 782.42164092 EAN: 9781572438347 ASIN: 1572438347
Publication Date: May 30, 2006 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days Shipping: Expedited shipping available Shipping: International shipping available Condition: Very good in very good dust jacket. Glued binding. Paper over boards. With dust jacket. 292 p. Contains: Illustrations. Audience: General/trade.
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Book Description Don Cherry straddled the world of music and the world of golf. With his two innate talents, Cherry ascended to unbelievable heightsmaking gold records, winning major golf victories, and securing a place for himself in the history books. As a result, he touched the lives of dozens of big-time athletes and stars. From Demaret to Crosby...Dino to Palmer... Nicklaus to Sinatra
Mickey Mantle to former U.S. presidents. Known in the sports world for his animated style and fiercely competitive nature, Cherry came close to winning the U.S. Open in 1960. At the same time, he got paid to sing, earning worldwide fame as the voice of "Mister Clean" (the most famous commercial jingle in the world), while making top-selling records. Cherry cut records that earned gold, such as "Band of Gold." He headlined at the Desert Inn and palled around with Rat Packer Dean Martin. He played The Masters nine times, won the famed America's Golf Cup twice, and took home the Walker Cup three times. All of these are highlighted in Cherry's Jubilee. So are some of his darker moments, such as the time he nearly died, falling into a coma before comedian Buddy Hackett diagnosed what the doctors couldn't, and the most devastating blow of his life, the death of his son, who was killed in the World Trade Center on 9/11. In Cherry's Jubilee, Don Cherry tells the story of his remarkable life. In a down-home and honest manner, using humor and wit, he offers countless anecdotes, clubhouse stories, and backstage tales about his life and career. His engaging accounts, along with the many names and celebrities you will recognize along the way, show just how fascinating and consequential Don Cherry really was and is. This is the true rags-to-riches story of a man who has lived the American dream and definitely earned his own band of gold.
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Another winner for Don Cherry June 9, 2008 Don Cherry is one of our better vocalists: comfortable in the same links as Perry Como, Dean Martin, Bing Crosby and other top-notch performers.
Speaking of links, Don has also served his time as a professional golfer.
This book reflects the real talent and determination of this good ol' boy from Wichita Falls, Texas. Whether you are a fan of his music, his golf-swing ... or both ... you'll enjoy every page.
Lots of attention grabbing references to some of the most popular names in entertainment are found here. Don knew all of them on a first-name basis and presents his various thoughts about them as "smooth-and-easy" as he handles a 9-iron.
Don Cherry deserves a "standing ovation" for this perfectly constructed book.
Golf in the Last 50 Years August 15, 2006 2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Super great book. A lot of things happened in professional golf in the 60's and 70's. This book brings a accurate outlook. A great golfer that was over looked by the hughness of Palmer, Nicklaus and Player. Also the fact this great golfer had another profession. I can't think of another great golfer than had another profession where you could make a lot of money from their talent. Sincerely, Carl Welty
Wow! What an Interesting and Fun Read! June 22, 2006 2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Don Cherry is the guy who has led the life you wish you could have. It's a terrific rags to riches story but with incredible and great stories along his journey. Don Cherry would have to be added to your fantasy list of people you'd like to have dinner with one day.
I highly recommend this book - it's a great read for all ages.
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