More recently, its principal conductors have included Pierre Monteux (1961–64), Istvan Kertesz (1965–68), André Previn (1968–79) and Claudio Abbado (1979–88). From 1988-1995, the American Michael Tilson-Thomas took over, and in 1995, became principal guest conductor. Sir Colin Davis served as the LSO's Principal Conductor from 1995-2006, and in 2007 took the post of President of the orchestra. On 1 January 2007, Valery Gergiev became the LSO's Principal Conductor. Previn holds the title of Conductor Laureate. In 2006, Daniel Harding became the co-principal guest conductor alongside Tilson Thomas. Richard Hickox is the Associate Guest Conductor of the LSO.
The LSO became the first British orchestra to play overseas when it went to Paris in 1906. The LSO was due to sail on the RMS Titanic for a concert in New York in April 1912 but fortunately had to change the booking at the last minute. It was also the first to play in the United States, in 1912, and in 1973 it was the first to be invited to take part in the Salzburg Festival. It continues to make tours around the world.
In 1966 the London Symphony Chorus (LSC) was formed to complement the work of the LSO. with more that two hundred amateur singers, the LSC maintains a close association with the LSO; however it has developed an independent life, which allows it to partner other leading orchestras.
The LSO has long been considered the most extraverted of the London orchestras. For most of its life it refused to allow women to become members, ostensibly on the grounds that women would affect the sound of the orchestra (there has been a similar controversy at the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra). There is an air of youthful high spirits to much of its music-making that is shown off in performances of such composers as Berlioz and Prokofiev. The LSO has often had internationally-known players as wind soloists, including such artists as James Galway (flute), Gervase de Peyer (clarinet), Roger Lord (oboe), Osian Ellis (harp), John Georgiadis (violin) and Barry Tuckwell (horn). Like most ensembles, the orchestra has a great ability to vary its sound, producing very different tone colours under such diverse conductors as Stokowski (with whom it made a series of memorable recordings), Adrian Boult, Jascha Horenstein, Georg Solti, André Previn, George Szell, Claudio Abbado, Leonard Bernstein, John Barbirolli, and Karl Böhm, who developed a close relationship with the orchestra late in his life. Böhm and Bernstein each held the title of LSO President in their later years.
Clive Gillinson, a former cellist with the orchestra, served as the LSO's Managing Director from 1984 to 2005, and is widely credited with bringing great stability to the LSO's organization after severe fiscal troubles.[1] Since 2005, Kathryn McDowell is the Managing Director of the LSO.[2]
Ain't No Mountain High Enough
London Symphony Orchestra Lyrics
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Ain't no valley low, ain't no river wide enough;
Baby if you need me call me no matter where you are,
No matter how far;
Just call my name; I'll be there in a hurry;
You don't have to worry,
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Ain't no river wide enough
To keep me from getting to you babe.
Remember the day I set you free
I told you you could always count on me
From that day on, I made a vow,
I'll be there when you want me,
Some way, some how.
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Ain't no valley low enough,
Ain't no river wide enough
To keep me from getting to you babe.
My love is alive
Way down in my heart
Although we are miles apart
If you ever need a helping hand,
I'll be there on the double
As fast as I can.
Don't you know that there
Ain't no mountain high enough,
Ain't no valley low enough,
Ain't no river wide enough
To keep me from getting to you babe.
No wind no rain or winters cold can stop me baby,
'Cause you are my goal.
If you're ever in trouble;
I'll be there on the double.
Just send for me, oh baby.
If you need me call me no matter where you are,
No matter how far;
Just call my name; I'll be there in a hurry;
You don't have to worry,
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Ain't no valley low enough,
Ain't no river wide enough
To keep me from getting to you babe.
The lyrics of London Symphony Orchestra's song Ain't No Mountain High Enough tells the story of a person's unwavering love and commitment to another person. The singer declares that no obstacle, literally or figuratively, can stop them from being there for their loved one. They say that they will be there regardless of how far or remote the person is; all they have to do is call their name, and they will be there in a hurry. The singer also reminisces about the day they told their loved one they would always be there for them and made a vow to stand by them, no matter what.
Overall, the lyrics of the song are a testament to the power of love and the lengths people will go to be there for the ones they care about. The message is clear - nothing is more critical to the human experience than the bonds we share with those we love.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen baby, ain't no mountain high,
Hey dear, there is no obstacle too big for me to overcome.
Ain't no valley low, ain't no river wide enough;
Neither is there any depression too low, nor current or depth too wide, that could stop me.
Baby if you need me call me no matter where you are,
Honey, just call me, no matter where you are, and I'll make sure to get there.
No matter how far;
Even if it means crossing oceans and deserts, I will be there.
Just call my name; I'll be there in a hurry;
All you have to do is say my name, and I'll be there as fast as I can.
You don't have to worry,
There's no need for you to fret or feel anxious.
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Because, darling, even if I have to climb a mountain, I will do so if it means getting to you.
Ain't no valley low enough,
There is no low or downturn that could hinder me from reaching you.
Ain't no river wide enough
Even if there's a vast river, it will not stop me from finding a way to reach you.
To keep me from getting to you babe.
Because, sweetie, nothing can prevent me from coming to you.
Remember the day I set you free
Do you recall the day when I let you go?
I told you you could always count on me
I mentioned to you that you can completely rely on me.
From that day on, I made a vow,
Starting that very day, I made a solemn promise.
I'll be there when you want me,
Whenever you need me, I'll be there to offer my support.
Some way, some how.
I will find a way, somehow, to assist you.
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Dearest, I repeat, there is no obstacle too big to keep me from you.
Ain't no valley low enough,
There is no bottom or low point that could hinder me from coming to your aid.
Ain't no river wide enough
Even if the river is incredibly wide, it will not deter me from making my way to you.
To keep me from getting to you babe.
You see, my dear, nothing can prevent me from meeting you.
My love is alive
My affection for you is still very strong and active.
Way down in my heart
My hearty feelings for you run deep.
Although we are miles apart
Even though there's some distance between us.
If you ever need a helping hand,
If you ever need assistance with anything.
I'll be there on the double
I'll be there immediately.
As fast as I can.
I'll try to get there as soon as feasibly possible.
Don't you know that there
You should be aware that.
Ain't no mountain high enough,
There is no obstacle that could impede me.
Ain't no valley low enough,
There is no trough or abyss that I cannot pass.
Ain't no river wide enough
Even a very vast river cannot stop me from helping you out.
To keep me from getting to you babe.
Once again, nothing will stop me from coming to you.
No wind no rain or winters cold can stop me baby,
Not even storms, harsh weather conditions or snowstorms can stop me from reaching you, my love.
'Cause you are my goal.
Because, darling, you are my objective.
If you're ever in trouble;
If you ever find yourself in a predicament.
I'll be there on the double.
Believe me, I will not hesitate to come and lend a hand.
Just send for me, oh baby.
All you have to do is reach out to me, my love.
If you need me call me no matter where you are,
Know that you can call me from wherever and whenever you want.
No matter how far;
Even if you are a million miles away, I'll always be here.
Just call my name; I'll be there in a hurry;
Whenever you require my aid, call out my name, and I'll come speedily.
You don't have to worry,
Please don't worry or think too much about anything.
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Once again, honey, nothing can stop me from reaching you.
Ain't no valley low enough,
No depression or low point can prevent me from coming to your aid.
Ain't no river wide enough
Even a vast river can't stop or impede me from getting to you.
To keep me from getting to you babe.
Therefore, do not let anything keep us apart! Because my love for you is strong enough to overcome any obstacle in our way.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Valerie Simpson, Nickolas Ashford
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
LES
Absolutely amazing rendition. There was truly something magical about Diana Ross.
NilesNL69
Thank you so much!
Barb
STILL IS!
SLY SPY
This is one of the greatest songs ever written , it has it all . The passion in her delivery is remarkable and the orchestration sets it apart from all others as it builds to a crescendo . An alternate version as I do miss those crazy horns screaming at the end
Jay Cee
Turn up the volume, close your eyes and listen to Diana's amazing voice and the Orchestra, I get goosebumps every time.
oldsoul
This why the "Motown Sound" was the pinnacle of great music. The melody of Ashford and Simpson as rendered by one of the world's greatest orchestras is the ultimate backdrop to Ms. Ross' voice.
Gereli Ferreyra
March 2021, I just found this gem, the orchestra + Ms. Ross got me crying in my room at midnight. God bless her soul, to live another 100 years! Thank you so much for this.
NilesNL69
Thank you. I'm glad to hear it meant so much to you :-)
Mark Bezz
Godbless your souls xxx
Mike Hirsh
Where ? did you find this .... Her 1970 album needs a remix I think... The whole album is intense as this ... Surrender was the sequel... Then album struggles after 72