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Monday, August 9, 2010

Shangri-La - Robert Maxwell



Old Devil Moon
Shangri-La
Robert Maxwell
His Harp and Orchestra
Decca DL 74421
1963

From the back cover: Robert Maxwell, known as "America's Foremost Harpist" is credited with introducing the instrumental to the world of popular music. Previously the harp was relegated to the symphonic rule of playing alongside the triangle or cymbal player. Through his many appearances on television, in night clubs, in theaters, and on the concert stage, Robert Maxwell is responsible for the instrument's being recognized as a living, vital  and entertaining musical medium.

Born in New York City, Robert Maxwell was first introduced to the harp at the age of ten. Later, pursuing his musical studies at Lincoln High School and the Juilliard School of Music in New York, he studied under such great masters as Giannini and Grandjany.

Bewitched
Strange Music
Poinciana
That Old Black Magic
Nature Boy
Shangri-La
The Breeze And I (from Suite "Andalucia")
The Sounds Of Summer
Old Devil Moon
Magic Is The Moonlight (Te Quiero Dijiste)
Tears
It's Magic

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