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]
It's a Boy
London Symphony Orchestra Lyrics
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It's a boy Mrs. Walker it's a boy.
It's a boy Mrs. Walker it's a boy.
Chorus:
A son! A son! A son!
The song "It's a Boy" by the London Symphony Orchestra is a part of their album "Tommy" released in 1969. The song is a rendition of a moment in the story of Tommy, the singer of the album. The lyrics represent the joyous announcement of the birth of a baby boy to Mrs. Walker, who is Tommy's mother. The nurse informs her of the gender of the baby, and she enthusiastically repeats it twice. The chorus then joins in the celebration, chanting "A son! A son! A son!"
The song's placement in the album and the lyrics serve to contextualize the events happening in Tommy's life. The character is born to Mrs. Walker and her husband, and his birth is a moment of hope for the couple, who are dealing with various issues in their lives. The song represents a glimmer of light in a dark world, and the joy and excitement expressed in the lyrics and music reflect the relief and happiness that come with the arrival of a newborn.
In conclusion, "It's a Boy" by the London Symphony Orchestra is a beautifully crafted song that captures the emotions and significance of a pivotal moment in the story of Tommy. The song represents hope, joy, and new beginnings, and it serves as a reminder that in the midst of darkness, there is always a glimmer of light.
Line by Line Meaning
Nurse: It's a boy Mrs. Walker it's a boy.
The nurse is informing Mrs. Walker that she has given birth to a baby boy.
Nurse: It's a boy Mrs. Walker it's a boy.
The nurse repeats the news that Mrs. Walker has given birth to a baby boy, emphasizing the joyous occasion.
Chorus: A son! A son! A son!
The chorus joins in the celebration, repeating the news of the birth of Mrs. Walker's son with exclamation and excitement.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: PETE TOWNSHEND
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Portcullis
Strange to think that Sandy Denny received her only gold record for this twenty second cameo on the 'Tommy' album, while her own wonderful songs and the stunning versions of traditional songs with Fairport Convention and Fotheringay sold relatively poorly at the time.
Jennifer Felan
She had such a beautiful voice. I also loved her duet vocal with Robert Plant on "The Battle Of Evermore " by Led Zeppelin too.
clément fronty
Mas ter piece, my childhood, back in 1974 75.. my parents played it, this cover book and art fascined me( one of the most beautiful art album work I think! With some other fabulous and beautiful atmosphere photography work by Ethan russell,battersea Park and Chad "rip Terry Kennett" The mod, for the fantastic and melancholy " Quadrophenia) ...I can't explain how I felt when I listened Tommy . Espiecelly the wonder piece " amazing journey" this symphony version is just magical, like a storm alone behind the sea. .. .Pete is a genius! Merci for the post! ( and sorry for my awful English write!)
Jennifer Felan
Sandy Denny's voice sounds so beautiful and angelic on this track from the 1972 recording of Tommy performed by the London Symphony Orchestra. Thanks for posting this.
artmaniac53
Brilliant!!! Thanks amigo!
Kleber Nunes
Trilha usada nas transmissões de Fórmula 1 da Rede Globo entre 1978 e 1981
Keith Keller
Posting and Thanks.....