Various - Fifty Years Of Royal Broadcasts 1924 1974
Review by Samuel Lavoie
Fifty Years of Royal Broadcasts: 1924-1974 is a comprehensive album that takes listeners on a nostalgic journey through the history of the British royal family. Featuring a collection of rare and historic broadcasts, this album offers a unique glimpse into the lives of the royals and their interactions with the public over the years.
The album features a range of recordings, from the first-ever live radio broadcast of a royal event in 1924 to the Queen's Christmas message in 1974. It includes speeches, interviews, and other special broadcasts that capture the essence of the royal family's public persona.
The sound quality of the recordings is impressive, considering their age, and the album is accompanied by a detailed booklet that provides context and background information for each recording. The booklet also features rare photos and other memorabilia that add to the album's overall appeal.
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Filename: various-fifty-years-of-royal-broadcasts-1924-1974.zip- MP3 size: 89.6 mb
- FLAC size: 1386 mb
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| God Bless The Prince Of Wales | ||
| O! Iesu Mawr (Llef) | ||
| Dead March In Saul | ||
| Flowers Of The Forest | ||
| Fanfare (Proclamation of H.M. King George VI) | ||
| All People That On Earth Do Dwell | ||
| Fanfare (Proclamation of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II) | ||
| Fanfare No. 1 For A Distinguished Occasion | ||
| Lambeth Walk | ||
| The Strife Is O'er, The Battle Done | ||
| Trumpet Tunes And Airs | ||
| Ebenezer (Ton-Y-Botel) | ||
| Fanfare (Proclamation of H.M. King Edward VIII) | ||
| Glorious Things Of Thee Are Spoken | ||
| The National Anthem | ||
| Native Tribal Music (Proclamation of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II In Commonwealth Countries) | ||
| O God, Our Help In Ages Past | ||
| Lili Marlene | ||
| Glorious Things Of Thee Are Spoken (With Interludes For Brass) | ||
| Fanfare | ||
| Zadok The Priest | ||
| Canadian Indian Tribal Music | ||
| Wedding March | ||
| Horst Wessel Lied | ||
| National Anthem | ||
| Vivat Regina (I Was Glad) | ||
| Glorious Things Of Thee Are Spoken (With Descant) | ||
| God Be In My Head |
Images
Catalog Numbers
REJ 187Labels
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Formats
- 2 × Vinyl
- Compilation
- Mono
- LP
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Copyright (c) | BBC |
| Distributed By | Polydor Ltd. |
| Printed By | Gothic Print Finishers Ltd. |
| Made By | Gothic Print Finishers Ltd. |
| Published By | Novello |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Edited By | Jack Aistrop |
| Coordinator | Jack Aistrop |
| Narrator | Robert Hudson |
| Producer | Stephen Williams |
| Script By | John Laird |
| Sleeve | Andrew Prewett |
Notes
- This album presents excerpts of Royal Broadcasts and also reminders of related events and situations of National importance as recalled through BBC commentaries, news bulletins, Proclamations, actuality, the sounds of war and celebrations of peace. The records include the voices of Sir Winston Churchill, the Rt. Hon. Neville Chamberlain and on-the-spot recordings of great State Occasions - Coronations, Royal Weddings - The Investiture of the Prince of Wales - and some of the music at these memorable events.
- There is a 12-page booklet fixed into the centre of the gatefold.
