He was also musical director for a large number of musicals and other plays, including ones by Noel Coward. After the war, he concentrated on recording, and eventually gave up live performance altogether. He worked with arranger and composer Ronnie Binge, who developed the "cascading strings" sound (also known as the "Mantovani sound").[citation needed] His records were regulars in stores selling hi-fi stereo equipment, as they were produced and arranged for stereo reproduction. In 1952 Binge ceased to arrange for Mantovani, but his distinctive sound remained.
He recorded for Decca until the mid-1950s, and then London Records. He recorded over 50 albums on that label, many of which were top-40 hits. These included Song from Moulin Rouge and Cara Mia, which reached No. 1 in Britain in 1953 and 1954, respectively. The latter was also Mantovani's first U.S. Top Ten hit.
In the United States, between 1955 and 1972, he released over 40 albums with 27 reaching the Top 40 and 11 the Top Ten. His biggest success was with the album Film Encores, which made it to No. 1 in 1957. Similarly, Mantovani Plays Music From 'Exodus' and Other Great Themes made it to No. 2 in 1961 and sold over one million albums.
In 1959, Mantovani starred in his own syndicated television series, Mantovani, which was produced in England and which aired in the United States. 39 episodes were filmed.[1]
Mantovani made his last recordings in 1975.[citation needed]
[edit] Music style and influences
The cascading strings technique developed by Binge became Mantovani's hallmark in such hits arranged by Binge as "Charmaine". Binge developed this technique to replicate the echo experienced in venues such as cathedrals by arrangement alone, in an echo-free surrounding.
Author Joseph Lanza describes Mantovani's string arrangements as the most "rich and mellifluous" of the emerging light music style during the early 1950s. He stated that Mantovani was a leader in the use of new studio technologies to "create sound tapestries with innumerable strings", and that "the sustained hum of Mantovani's reverberated violins produced a sonic vaporizer foreshadowing the synthesizer harmonics of space music."[2]
In 1958 Mantovani and his family bought a holiday home in Bournemouth in Durley Chine Road, then in 1961 acquired a new property in Burton Road (now part of Poole). He moved, finally, to a new home in Martello Road in Poole.
Since his death at a care home in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, in 1980, his music has enjoyed a minor revival,[citation needed] with much of his catalogue reappearing on CD and an orchestra bearing his name performing concert tours. The saleability of the Mantovani name is underscored by new recordings being made as the Mantovani Orchestra. Unfortunately[neutrality is disputed], a large number of CDs are also available of unauthorized recordings, billed as Mantovani or Mantovani Orchestra.[citation needed] There have also been CDs released under the Mantovani name of recordings made by others while Mantovani was still alive.[citation needed] Thus, consumers of this music are advised to familiarize themselves with the conductor's discography. Material with the London Records logo on it is apt to be genuine Mantovani, while other recordings are less likely to be actual Mantovani recordings.[citation needed]
The continued popularity of Mantovani's music is evident by the number of original albums which are being released, on labels such as Dutton-Vocalion, and by the many compilations available throughout the world. In 2008, as a result of successful, ongoing CD sales, amongst other contributing factors, the Mantovani Orchestra (performing from the original scores) was recreated for a tremendously successful historical tribute concert, sponsored by Bentley Motors, held at the Lighthouse, in Poole, England, on 27 January, conducted by Sam Newgarth, MBE. Much critical acclaim has led to the planning of a second concert, to take place in January 2009, at the same venue. There are four Mantovani websites in honour of the maestro, a written biography by Colin MacKenzie entitled Mantovani - A Lifetime In Music (ISBN 1-905226-19-5). For further information, please visit http://www.hallowquest.com/mantiindex.htm; http://members3.jcom.home.ne.jp/torumonty; http://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk (re. ticket sales for 31 January 2009). A ten CD set 'The Wonderful World of Mantovani' was released in November 2008 in Japan (a link to the website in Japan may be found by visiting www.hallowquest.com/mantiindex.htm), featuring many rare tracks which have never been released on CD before, in a superbly remastered format, and, following the success of the Mantovani Orchestra's 2008 concert, 'More MANTOVANI Magic' took place at Lighthouse in Poole, England, on 31 January 2009, again conducted by maestro Sam Newgarth MBE. The concert was sponsored by Poole Audi, and also with the generous support of Richard Cox.
Dreaming
Mantovani Lyrics
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I never thought that it could be
The way it stands right now
Emotions running high
Every night I wish that I
Could tell you how I feel
Those words are here in my heart
Oh but there is just one missing part
How to put it together
How to say it right
And let you know that
Every night
I'll be dreamin'
Dreamin'
Hoping baby you will be there
I'll be dreamin'
Dreamin'
Hoping baby you will be there
Let me take time out
To try and find out
If this could be real
Cause reality scares me
I've been living a fantasy
How should I feel
Those words are here in my heart
Oh but there is just one missing part
How to put it together
How to say it right
And let you know that
Every night
I'll be dreamin'
Dreamin'
Hoping baby you will be there
I'll be dreamin'
Dreamin'
Hoping baby you will be there
In "Dreaming," Stella Roberta expresses her feelings to someone she loves. She never thought that her emotions could be so strong, but now they are running high. Every night, she wishes she could tell this person how much she cares about them, but she can't seem to find the right words. All the words she needs are in her heart, but one crucial piece is missing: how to put them together and say them out loud.
Stella reflects on her uncertainty about the relationship. She wonders if what she is feeling is real or just a fantasy. The thought of reality scares her. Despite her doubts, she holds onto hope that this person will be there for her. She dreams every night about being with them, and the hope of this dream keeps her going.
The lyrics of "Dreaming" are relatable to anyone who has ever experienced the fear of expressing their emotions or the uncertainty of a relationship. The song's dreamy melody and orchestra accompaniment add to its romantic, nostalgic feel.
Line by Line Meaning
For the life of me
Despite my greatest efforts or comprehension
I never thought that it could be
I never imagined that it was possible
The way it stands right now
As things are at this very moment
Emotions running high
My feelings are incredibly strong
Every night I wish that I could tell you how I feel
Each evening, I hope to express my emotions to you
Those words are here in my heart
I have the words inside me, but I haven't spoken them aloud
Oh but there is just one missing part
I'm struggling to find the right way to articulate my feelings
How to put it together
Discovering the right way to convey my emotions
How to say it right
Choosing the right words for the situation
And let you know that Every night
That every evening, before sleeping, I have a routine
I'll be dreamin'
To dream of a desired situation
Dreamin'
Thinking or imagining about a lofty ideal
Hoping baby you will be there
Wishing that you'll be with me
Let me take time out
Allow me to pause and think for a moment
To try and find out
To make an effort to determine the truth
If this could be real
Whether this is an achievable reality
Cause reality scares me
The prospect of accepting reality frightens me
I've been living a fantasy
I've been entertaining unrealistic expectations
How should I feel
Not knowing how to experience or react to the situation
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MAURO P. DESANTIS, LARRY MCFARLAND, JERRY MELILLO, RENEY PENA, ROBERTO COLLAZO PENA, MARTIZ WARE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
CLEIDE KUBO
TRADUÇÃO DA LETRA DA MÚSICA PARA O PORTUGUÊS.
Sombras de um passado corrupto em minha mente
Ponto sem retorno foi deixado para trás
Eu ainda posso sentir você
Posso ouvir a sua respiração
As coisas nunca mais serão as mesmas
Liberte-me
Eu choro, eu choro por você, meu amigo
Vou tentar. Eu vou tentar encontrar a terra dos meus sonhos esquecidos
Vou lutar e fazer o sol virar frio
E triunfará como foi predito.
Não há sentido para me julgar
Os meus talentos e erros
Eu vou encontrar o caminho, espero
Será uma maravilha.
Eu choro, eu choro por você, meu amigo
Vou tentar.
Vou tentar encontrar a terra dos meus sonhos esquecidos
Quem poderia me perdoar ? :
_ Remova a escuridão.
Quem poderia fazer a minha alma viva e destemida? <3
CLEIDE KUBO
TRADUÇÃO DA LETRA DA MÚSICA PARA O PORTUGUÊS.
Sombras de um passado corrupto em minha mente
Ponto sem retorno foi deixado para trás
Eu ainda posso sentir você
Posso ouvir a sua respiração
As coisas nunca mais serão as mesmas
Liberte-me
Eu choro, eu choro por você, meu amigo
Vou tentar. Eu vou tentar encontrar a terra dos meus sonhos esquecidos
Vou lutar e fazer o sol virar frio
E triunfará como foi predito.
Não há sentido para me julgar
Os meus talentos e erros
Eu vou encontrar o caminho, espero
Será uma maravilha.
Eu choro, eu choro por você, meu amigo
Vou tentar.
Vou tentar encontrar a terra dos meus sonhos esquecidos
Quem poderia me perdoar ? :
_ Remova a escuridão.
Quem poderia fazer a minha alma viva e destemida? <3
Walter Crawford
Beautiful music - it takes me back to my teeenage years. Thank you for uploading this delightful piece.
Lee
One of the most relaxing tunes in the world, so magical, calm and moving.
Sparkina
A lovely, soothing piece of music to promote a peaceful mood.
Lou lou Calil
Un monde de rêve avec beaucoup de Paix est une musique magique.. Merci pour cette musique et ce beau vidéo..❤️🎵❤️🎵
CLEIDE KUBO
UM MUNDO SONHADOR DE MUITA PAZ,TERNURA E MUITO, MUITO AMOR...
Easy Aspi
Indeed. Lovely. All of Leroy Anderson's music were simple tune and/or playful tunes. This kind of music was extremely popular in the 1950s through early 1960s.
Décio Augusto
BELÍSSIMA !!!
Décio Augusto
BELÍSSIMA, BELÍSSIMA!!!
Amortendress
Magnifique ❣️🎶💓🎶✨