18 March 2014

Noël Coward in 1954

Following his experience entertaining the troops during World War II, Noël Coward developed a cabaret act, which he honed in London and then took to the U.S. in 1955.

Before embarking for the States, Coward set down this collection, representing his repertoire at the time, and including many of his best known numbers. The recordings were made in London in July 1954.

Backing Coward here is the great arranger Wally Stott (Angela Morley) along with pianist Norman Hackforth, Coward's long-time musical associate.

This is another one of the stray items I offered to post a short while back. The performances and recording are excellent, so I hope those who expressed interest will partake.

Coward flanked by Yul Brynner and Tony Martin in 1954

12 comments:

Buster said...

Links (Apple lossless):

https://mega.co.nz/#!aUsTxDpT!dqcfSUmIJ4NP5HQL8mEf-HSILCRKHU3SGxvRIatu40w

http://www44.zippyshare.com/v/95670325/file.html

Ernie said...

Thank you sir! You're keeping us shameless downloaders busy lately...

Buster said...

Ernie - no shame in that.

Marty - Thanks!!

Your Pal Doug said...

How curious
Noel Coward with Wally Stott.
Makes me want to go out to the midday, out to the midday, out to the midday sun.
THANKS!

Buster said...

Doug - You, Wally and Noel can do so together on this very record.

Leo said...

Buster is at it again. Thanks.

John said...

Looking forward to this. Noel Coward is terrific! thanks.

Mindy said...

Thank you, Buster! This was one I was getting ready to ask for from your list. Glad someone beat me to it.

Phillip said...

Wonderful. Many thanks Buster - these recordings are new to me.

Wade Cottingham said...

Thank you Buster. Wondering if I already have these recordings from another release. Will know soon enough. Always really really loved, "I've Been To A Marvelous Party" and many others by NC.

Jonno said...

Thank you.

Muff Diver said...

Thanks, Buster!