Nelson Riddle
Cover Photo: Tom Kelley
Capitol Records T915
1958
Available from online vendors, so I will not be posting a sample. Presented here to share the cover art which certainly sets the tone for this collection of light, flowing arrangements. Some buyers may have been looking for more drama out of this set, especially for a 1958 release which pitted Riddle against a number of other "exotica-styled" releases. I enjoy the smooth, almost one dimensional sonic quality the project delivers.
From the back cover: The California home of arranger-conductor Nelson Riddle is situated on the shoreline of the vast and ever-changing Pacific. It was in such a setting that he conceived the theme, and wrote the arrangements for this album, "Sea Of Dreams." Actually, there are two themes, the sea and dreams. Delicate fusion of the two results in music that is especially moving and romantic.
Out Of The Night
My Isle Of Golden Dreams
Tangi Tahiti
Dream
There's No You
Drifting And Dreaming
Easter Isle
Let's Fall In Love
Polka Dots And Moonbeams
Put You Dreams Away
Autumn Leaves
Sea Of Dreams
Beautiful album. Riddle is a true genius.
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I've been loving this album for a while now. Found the early 60s Australian pressing at the Salvos and love it. We have a different cover that isn't a patch on the wonderful image of Diane Webber but the music is just wonderful. <3
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