Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs

by Denny Hatch

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Book Details

Language : English

Publication Date : 10/19/2021

Format : Softcover

Dimensions : 8.25x11

Page Count : 154

ISBN : 9781665709170

Format : E-Book

Dimensions : N/A

Page Count : 154

ISBN : 9781665709163

About the Book

Welcome to the party!

•You will start with a YouTube link to the Funniest Joke in the History of the World. (If you know a funnier one, I'd love to hear it!)

•You will have a repertoire of 87 of the best thigh-slappers I have managed to remember over the past 75 years. (Note: These are for adults. Most are R-rated.)

•Next are 87 glorious patter songs -- the wittiest, most wickedly, wonderful rata-tat-tat rhymes, music and sheer craziness by the greatest showbiz composers and lyricist -- Gilbert & Sullivan, Cole Porter, Noel Coward, Danny Kaye, John Latouche, Tom Lehrer, Ira Gershwin, Madame Spivy, Meredith Willson and many, many more.

•You'll discover Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs comes alive with YouTube links to 110 spectacular performances of all these masterpieces by beloved entertainers that have wowed audiences over the years. Included: Noel Coward’s "Mad Dogs and Englishmen" at the Desert Inn in Las Vegas, Robert Preston’s Music Man rendition of “Ya Got Trouble Right Here in River City” and the epic lunacy of Danny Kaye ripping through the tongue-twisting names of 56 Russian Composers in a brain spinning 37 seconds.

•Think of it! With a mouse click you'll call up hours of world-class entertainment on any device from small to huge: iPhone, iPad, laptop, desktop -- all the way up to those splendid, wall-sized smart TVs.

•You'll also have access to the full texts of these songs in case you itch learn them. With or without musical accompaniment, these jokes and patter songs are true dazzlers -- on stage, at the dinner table, in your living room, on Zoom or as audience wake-ups in PowerPoint presentations.

In short, I loved creating Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs. I guarantee you're gonna love owning it. So will theatrical producers, your friends, family and business associates whom you will continually delight with your new repertoire of humor, songs and zaniness. It's a hoot!

Again, welcome!

About the Author

Denny Hatch has no credentials. He has spent his sixty-year career in advertising, marketing, and direct marketing. He is the author of seven business books and four novels.

Customer Reviews

Denny Hatch, like many of us during the pandemic, woke up feeling confused by all the conflicting Covid information. He was fearful and depressed until a friend sent him a joke. He realized that his laughter was an antidote to his negative feelings. Hatch decided to publish a book of jokes to alleviate anger and fear and to make the world a more pleasant place.
Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs is the result of extensive research and dedication. The collection has 87 jokes and 87 patter songs. Many of the jokes and most of the songs have links to live performances, so readers get to see and hear the humor. Hatch also provides interesting facts about the artists. Background information about the entertainment industry is also included.
I was impressed with the exhaustive research Hatch put into his book and doubly impressed upon learning that he is 85 years old. His anecdotes about seeing old celebrities on stage in Las Vegas and New York were some of my favorite parts of the book. The jokes are not arranged chronologically and bounce around through different decades starting in the 40s. My favorite jokes are the ones that rely heavily on puns or double entendres. My least favorite jokes were the vulgar, inappropriate, and politically incorrect ones.
The patter songs are in two sections. One part contains 16 patter songs from 1875 to 1917. Hatch is able to provide the lyrics in this section since they are not under copyright. Another part has 71 modern patter songs from 1920 to the present. Composers in this era include greats such as Cole Porter, Danny Kaye, and Ira Gershwin. Hatch explains how to see the lyrics that are copyrighted. In addition to the links to the songs, Hatch recommends a variety of movies to watch about the patter composers.
It is difficult to determine an audience for Hatch's book. I can envision a music appreciation class in college using the patter song section as their textbook. In his introduction, Hatch says that this book is for "every adult who likes to lighten up a gathering of friends, family and associates." I would have to amend that to only include those adults who are aware of just how bawdy this book is. I can recommend this to individuals who are looking for a way to pass the time while reading, listening, and learning about the humorous history of risqué jokes and songs. My rating is 4 out of 4 stars because of the unique format, extensive information, and almost flawless editing. It is obvious that Denny Hatch is serious about brightening the lives of people affected by these trying times.

Diana Lowry
With the tribulations going on in the world today, one could use a few jokes. The book Bawdy jokes and Patter songs by Denny Hatch encompasses a massive collection of the most hilarious jokes and patter songs one could come across. Denny started piling up collections of bawdy jokes right from age 15. Now, he's 85, and he has decided to put his collection to good use by writing a book containing jokes and songs to lighten up your day. He even went as far as including YouTube links to some jokes in his book. The jokes were fabulous, the songs exhilarating. I appreciate this book for all it's worth, and I think you would too.
While reading this book, I was filled with immense joy and happiness. I express profound gratitude to the author for his work. I told the jokes to my friends, and they laughed until their bones cracked. Furthermore, I didn't enjoy the songs, but that's because I didn't understand them. People going through tough times should get this book; it's much better than alcohol.
I found nothing especially negative in this book. However, it concerns me that some characters in the book were real people, but I don't see much negativity in that.
This book made me forget my struggles. While reading it, I laughed as if I had nothing to worry about. Sincerely speaking, I prefer reading jokes to drinking alcohol. It takes you to another world, where you won't be punished for laughing hard. The jokes told in this book stirred a positive feeling in me. I was filled with immense joy and happiness while reading it. The author did a lot of good by publishing this book, and I hope people see the importance of such books. I enjoyed the whole book, even though the songs were not clear to me.
Just so you know, I checked out the links and I couldn't believe my eyes. I watched the jokes live, and it felt much better than reading. If you're not the reading type, you could watch the jokes and still have a good time.
This book had no errors, and I am greatly impressed by that. It deserves no less than a perfect rating, and I am obliged to rate it 4 out of 4 stars. The book was scripted by an experienced comedian, and the jokes were exhilarating. I appreciate the author for the happiness this book brought to my life. Thank you, sir.
I recommend this book to people going through a tough time. It's much better than alcohol; you wouldn't get drunk while reading it. If you need something to lighten your day with, seek no more. Get this book and laugh as much as you want. Forget about the wrinkles, they'll come whether you laugh or not. Get a copy of this book, and thank me later.

Suky Joseph
In 2019, the world as we knew it changed forever. That is when the COVID-19 virus began its killing spree. Face masks, lockdowns, isolation and severe depression became the norm. Bawdy Jokes and Patter Songs by Denny Hatch was written with the hope of providing some solace for this time of suffering. The book begins three jokes told by Buddy Hackett when he was a guest on the Tonight Show. A YouTube link is also provided for the purpose of watching on your phone or computer. Hatch incorporates several YouTube links throughout the book and in his introduction Hatch even writes, “This is your introduction to over one hundred YouTube video delights!”
Before he continues with more jokes Hatch gives some background information about bawdy jokes and how he came across many of them. He next explains what patter songs are and the history behind their origins. He also mentions his experience when he played a role in a musical during grade school, which fanned his interest in these unusual songs. The first musical performance he attended contains a patter song that was performed by Alistair Cook and Martyn Green. He relives this experience and provides a link so that the reader might experience some of the same joy. There are over 131 patter songs in this book. Each of them has a YouTube link, which make them all the more enjoyable. Hatch also provides lyrics for them unless they still have copyright protection.
Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs is a very amusing and entertaining book. I laughed out loud over many of the Jokes and even shared some with my friends and family. Furthermore, it is full of information. This shows how much research Hatch did, especially concerning the patter songs. Some of the information included is background material for the authors, actors and songs. Because of how fast they are sung, many patter songs are difficult to understand. Therefore, being able to read the lyrics adds to the amusement that they provide. The YouTube links also let the reader experience the songs using site and sound, which enhances the songs even more.
Not only have I saved jokes to use later, I saved links to many of the patter songs. A few of my favorites are The New Math and Smut, both by Tom Lehrer, He’s His Own Grandpa by Phil Harris and Mr. Bojangles sung by Sammy Davis Jr. Another song I thoroughly enjoy is The Babbitt and the Bromide by George and Ira Gershwin. It is a song and dance routine performed by Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly. Danny Kaye sang several songs as well. If I mention all of the songs I really enjoy, I will need to write a book of my own.
I have no negative comments about this book – I enjoyed every page. I only found five grammatical errors and the author used some profanity but that is expected for this type of book.
I give Bawdy Jokes and Patter Songs by Denny Hatch a rating of 4 out of 4 Stars. It is very captivating and a complete pleasure to read.
I recommend this book to any adult that enjoys jokes and is not offended by minor sexual content and profanity. I also recommend it to those who enjoy musical performances and those with fond memories of actors, dancers and singers of the recent past.

Rebecca Gregory
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Denny Hatch created Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs to give the public something to read to take their mind off the world’s problems. Mr. Hatch wrote this book when he was 83-years old. In this book, he details his love for patter songs and well-crafted jokes that have served him with many years of laughter and entertainment. When I first read the title of this book, I did not know what a bawdy joke or patter song was. The author does a great job of detailing what these words mean with 87 jokes and 87 patter songs to define what they are.
In a time when millions of people are losing their jobs and everything has gotten dark, the author welcomes the readers to his world of enjoyment. From jokes that range from mild to explicitly vulgar, Mr. Hatch did a good job of keeping me laughing. This book is for a mature audience because the content of these jokes is not tame and will make you ask yourself, “Did he really write this?” Some of these stories have these components of sexual innuendos, dark humor, and violence that were laminated with these peculiar and off-the-wall punchlines. I thoroughly enjoyed them all.
As for the patter songs, the author is a fan of musicals and live performances with a comedic theme. Danny Kaye was a comedic actor who thrived in the early to mid-1900s, with his high energy, fast-talking performances that are reminiscent of Robin Williams. Mr. Hatch discusses many famous lyricists, performers, and musicians who helped make the genre what it is today. My favorite Danny Kaye performance that the author recommended was “Danny Kaye As The Professor of Music” on YouTube. To watch Kaye in his element was simply amazing, funny, and breathtaking. I like that the author included YouTube links to each of these 87 patter songs he’s mentioned. It made it easy to copy and paste the URL into my search engine to watch the performances, rather than search for it on my own.
I had so much fun learning new jokes that I’d never heard of before and embracing older music that has been around for centuries. I would recommend this book to people who love Broadway musicals that are upbeat and animated. I only found a couple of grammatical errors that need to be fixed but did not take away from my enjoyment of this book. As I mentioned before, this book is filled with vulgar jokes that are profane, sexual, and offensive, so if you are looking for clean comedy, then I would not recommend this book to you.
I’m going to give Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs 4 out of 4 stars. The jokes had me in a range of emotions from laughing to being in shock because of the punchlines. I’m a millennial, so I thought I was going to have a hard time relating to these patter songs that were created in the late 1800s, but I surprised myself and was drawn in by the lyrics and the actors. This book is professionally edited. There was nothing I disliked about this book.

Damian Keys
Bawdy Jokes and Patter Songs is not your typical book. Like many of us during the COVID-19 pandemic, author Denny Hatch found himself in an everyday struggle to find happiness. He shares with the reader how he had a constant feeling of dread, anger, and fear. All of that changed one day when his friend emailed him a joke. After laughing at the joke sent to him, Hatch realized that laughter was the magic remedy to his depression. Most importantly, he realized that he could do something to cheer the world up. Hatch’s solution was to create a book filled with hilarious jokes and fun songs. This book is composed of 87 short jokes and 87 amusing songs. Each joke is unique and contains a bawdy theme. This book is pure enjoyment and will make you smile!
I have never read a book like this before. I am so thankful I took a chance and read it! This book was so enjoyable to read. I loved how each joke was unique. The jokes were presented in a story-like fashion, which I have never seen before. These go far beyond the simple “knock-knock” jokes that I am used to! The jokes are humorous in an unconventional and slightly inappropriate way. They require a little more thinking than the simple jokes one might be familiar with. Even though the jokes are slightly inappropriate, the author does a great job keeping the humor from getting too out of hand. I have heard many jokes that I did not like because they were gross and honestly, offensive. I did not experience this feeling at all during Bawdy Jokes and Patter Songs. Hatch’s jokes were the perfect amount of bawdy humor without becoming gross and not funny. I applaud Hatch’s ability to find the fine line between humor and disgust. That is not an easy task and he did an excellent job accomplishing it. The author also goes a step further than just providing jokes and songs, he includes how people can use these jokes in their lives. I thought this was a great addition. He states that these are great for lightening up a gathering, they can be used by standup entertainers, and even in business settings!
There was not much to dislike about this book. Bawdy jokes are a tricky topic considering the inappropriate and risqué undertones. I think anyone who makes a book filled with bawdy jokes is going to face some criticism. There were some jokes included in this book that were slightly more vulgar than others. Hatch also included some politically incorrect jokes as well. I disliked reading some of these. I just do not relate to some of the humor, which made me dislike them. However, Hatch did a great job keeping his jokes from getting out of hand. I do not think any of the jokes he included were too out of line. I just simply did not connect with some of them, which I believe is completely normal.
Overall, this was a fun and lighthearted book. I found myself smiling consistently throughout the book. I really enjoyed Hatch’s purpose behind writing this book. Hatch wanted to alleviate some of the darkness in the world. I think he did a great job with that. His conversational writing style made the book super easy to read and understand. The only aspects I disliked were the vulgar jokes he included. However, they were not bad enough to take away from my overall opinion of the book. I also found no grammatical errors, which makes me believe that this book was professionally edited. For the reasons stated, I would rate this book a 4 out of 4 stars.
I would recommend this book to any adults looking for a good laugh. The jokes are very short and lighthearted. They will not require too much of a time commitment. Because of the patter songs included, I would recommend this book to people who have a music appreciation. Hatch includes links to watch the songs performed. He also gives backgrounds on each of the composers

Sydney Ash
Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs by Denny Hatch is an entertaining, relaxing, and self-enlightening book. Mr. Hatch woke up feeling unease, anger, fear, and confusion about the COVID-19 killer that was taking over the world. In the face of this anguish, he received an email from a friend, Steve. This email contained a YouTube link to Buddy Hackett's duck joke on Carson. Hatch explained that he laughed so hard after watching the show that his body began to hurt. He realized that laughing made him forget his pains, confusion, anger, and fears. So he decided to come up with something that could also keep the world away from depression and thoughts of the ongoing pandemic.
According to Hatch, this book starts with a YouTube link to the funniest joke in the world. It contains 87 jokes and 87 glorious pattern songs. The author did a great job listing the names of some composers and lyricists of the Patter songs. He explained what Patter songs are and the history behind their origin. Many of the jokes and most of the songs have links to live performances.
This book did a great job of fulfilling its purpose. I found myself laughing at most of the jokes; It is an emotionally enlightening book. A few of my favorite jokes are The Birthday Present, NFL Fantasy, A Royal Arrival, Central Park, and many more. I was impressed with the amount of research put into this book. When I learned of the age of Hatch, I became doubly impressed. Mr. Hatch is an 85-year-old man with a lot of strength. This book is amusing.
I wouldn't say I liked some of the jokes because not all the jokes were clean. It contained vulgar jokes, including sexual and offensive jokes, which may not be pleasant to many. However, the jokes had me in a wide range of emotions and served their primary purpose. I had a lot of fun reading this book.
I am rating this book 4 out of 4 stars. It was professionally edited. I only found minimal grammatical errors, which didn't interfere with one's reading. This book contains a lot of profane words. I recommend this book to adults or a mature audience. I also recommend this book to any adult who wants to lighten up themself. I would also recommend this book to someone who is depressed or having a hard time as it would help to keep the mind relaxed as you listen to some Patter songs and laugh at some jokes. As the saying goes by one of Hatch's truisms, laughter is an instant killer of anger, fear, and depression. You won't regret reading this book.

Sylvia James
Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs by Denny Hatch is a book containing the compilations of different Bawdy jokes and Patter songs. This book contains more than 100 YouTube performance videos of Bawdy jokes and Patter songs. The author assembled the different Bawdy Jokes and Patter Songs, and added the YouTube links to the performances of these songs and jokes. Not only did he add the links to these jokes and songs but he also explains the right audience for each joke and Patter song. Some of these jokes could be interspersed and the book contains the information needed to intersperse some of these jokes, the perfect joke pairing and the proper way of interspersing in order for the interspersed jokes and songs not to lose their humour. The book also contains some of the past performers of these jokes. The author perfectly described the backgrounds of these performers as well as his first encounter with them. Different staging is required for each joke and song and the possible scenarios for staging are added below each joke and song in the book. In the book, there is the celebrity stories, the world shortest joke, limericks (little poems) and the five restaurant jokes.
Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs is an interesting and exciting book. The book is a perfect handbook for lists of lovely songs and spirit-lifting jokes. I like how the author added the links to the performance of each joke and song in the book. The author was also kind enough not to leave the details about the right audience for each joke and song. The book also contains some funny jokes which makes it exciting and captivating. The words used for the jokes compilation are unambiguous and can be easily understood by the readers. The humor in the book courtesy of the jokes will make a reader stay glued to the end.
Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs is an interesting and exciting book. I find no fault in the book.
I will rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. The book is entertaining especially the jokes. The author added some useful details about the songs. Also, the words are unambiguous and easily comprehended.
I would recommend Bawdy Jokes & Patter Songs to everybody who is interested in some funny jokes and exciting music. I would also recommend this book to people who are into music and stand-up comedy. The book is also suitable for instrumentalists and masters of ceremony (the MCs)

Ayorinde Joseph

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