The New Concert Orchestra – Moods - Impressions - Fantasies

The New Concert Orchestra – Moods - Impressions - Fantasies (1957 US Press)

Moods - Impressions - Fantasies is a delightful 1957 orchestral album from The New Concert Orchestra, offering a colourful and evocative collection of light classical and exotic pieces perfect for mood-setting and easy listening. This original 1957 US press captures the warm, vibrant sound of mid-century stereo-era recordings.

Blending lively percussion showcases, romantic impressions, and playful fantasies, the album takes listeners on a journey through various moods and global influences. Standout movements include the vibrant “Percussion Fantasy” with its Caribbean Festival, Chinese Show, and Ritmos Do Brasil, the charming “Impressions Of London” suite featuring Piccadilly, Westminster, and St. Paul’s, alongside sparkling pieces like “Jota”, “Savoir Faire”, and “Aperitif”. A must-have for collectors of vintage light orchestral music and exotic easy-listening gems.

Tracklist
A1 – Percussion Fantasy   
(a) Caribbean Festival   
(b) Chinese Show   
(c) A La Marcia   
(d) Congo Invocation & Dance   
(e) Spanish Scena   
(f) Dolly’s Bedtime   
(g) Ritmos Do Brasil
A2 – Jota
A3 – Savoir Faire
B1 – Two Southern Impressions   
(a) Bolero - Montuno   
(b) Cadenza - Rhumba
B2 – Aperitif
B3 – Impressions Of London   
(a) Piccadilly   
(b) Lambeth   
(c) Westminster   
(d) Fleet Street   
(e) The Tower   
(f) St. Paul’s
B4 – Rhumba

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