Description

A Gilbert & Sullivan Songbook - The Ralph Hunter Choir

LSP-2116

Product Features:

Record Label: RCA Victor
Catalog Number: LSP-2116
Format: Vinyl LP (Living Stereo)
Special Technology: Miracle Surface (317X anti-static ingredient) for enhanced sound reproduction and reduced surface noise.
Songbook Included: 8 deluxe songbooks featuring lyrics and thumbnail sketches of each operetta.

Overview:

The Gilbert & Sullivan Songbook by The Ralph Hunter Choir is a lively and engaging collection of beloved songs from the iconic works of Gilbert and Sullivan. The album offers a fresh and spirited approach to their timeless operettas, featuring delightful melodies and challenging tongue-twisters performed by a virtuoso choir. The order of selections is thoughtfully curated by Ralph Hunter, creating a dynamic listening experience that flows seamlessly between the more familiar tunes of The Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado, as well as lesser-known gems.

The choir’s rendition of these works maintains the integrity of the original music, with only the orchestrations subtly updated to bring a modern touch while preserving the charm and wit of Gilbert and Sullivan. From the energetic patter songs to the sentimental ballads, this album captures the true essence of G&S, and is a wonderful showcase of the vocal and comedic skills of the choir.

Included in the album is a beautifully illustrated booklet with lyrics for each song, as well as detailed information about the operettas they come from, inviting listeners to not only enjoy the music but also dive into the history behind the works. Whether you’re a long-time fan of Gilbert and Sullivan or a newcomer to their witty and tuneful world, this album promises a fun and delightful musical journey.

Track Listing:

SIDE 1

I Am the Monarch of the Sea, When I Was a Lad – H.M.S. Pinafore (3:30)
I'm Called Little Buttercup – H.M.S. Pinafore (1:54)
When I, Good Friends, Was Call'd to the Bar – Trial by Jury (2:42)
Ah, Leave Me Not to Pine – The Pirates of Penzance (2:37)
Merrily Ring the Luncheon Bell – Princess Ida (1:22)
Tit-Willow – The Mikado (2:38)
Model of a Modern Major-General – The Pirates of Penzance (2:13)

SIDE 2

I've Got a Little List, A Wand'ring Minstrel, Three Little Maids from School – The Mikado (4:04)
I Built Upon a Rock – Princess Ida (1:58)
When the Foeman Bares His Steel, A Policeman's Lot Is Not a Happy One – The Pirates of Penzance (4:34)
Brightly Dawns Our Wedding Day, The Flowers That Bloom in the Spring – The Mikado (3:31)
Hail, Poetry – The Pirates of Penzance (2:11)
When I Go Out of Door – Patience (1:16)