Dickie Valentine With The The Glen Somers Orchestra - Chapel Of the Roses

Review by Lucky Ardininggar

Chapel Of the Roses, the album by Dickie Valentine with The Glen Somers Orchestra, is a classic example of easy-listening music from the 1950s. The album is a collection of romantic ballads, delivered with Valentine's smooth and velvety voice, backed by the lush and elegant arrangements of the orchestra.

The album opens with the title track, "Chapel Of the Roses," a tender and wistful love song that sets the tone for the rest of the album. Other standout tracks include "The Homing Waltz," a nostalgic and dreamy waltz that showcases Valentine's range and emotive power, and "The Story Of Tina," a haunting and melancholic ballad that tells a tragic tale of lost love.

Throughout the album, Valentine's voice is the star of the show, effortlessly conveying the sentiment and emotion of each song. The Glen Somers Orchestra provides a rich and sophisticated backdrop, with lush strings, gentle horns, and tasteful percussion adding depth and texture to the arrangements.

Summary by Lucky Ardininggar

Chapel Of the Roses is a timeless and charming album that will appeal to fans of classic easy-listening music. Dickie Valentine's silky voice and The Glen Somers Orchestra's elegant arrangements make for a truly enchanting listening experience.