Information about their personnel is virtually nonexistent, and no one seems to know anybody who was affiliated with the band or what else these people may have done.
They recorded and self-released three albums over the course of the 1970s, but even the dates of their release aren't known for sure.
What is known, however, is that their first two records -- The School and Weltschmerzen -- were released in either 1971, 1972, or 1973, though which one was released first and in exactly which year seems to be up for debate. Each album had a different address in Queens, NY. There was also a non-LP 45 with a puicture sleeve, although not of the musicians, called "Oh, Happy Birthday" released in the mid-'70s as well; it was arguably the most commercial-sounding recording they made to that point. Their third album, Victory Gardens, was released in 1979, perhaps posthumously, and again on their own People's Music Works imprint.
Within the small following of the PVO today, much speculation remains as to who these people were. Some claim that they were session musicians, out to do their own thing without endangering their careers, and perhaps even enlisting better-known musicians (some accounts claim that nameless members of the Rolling Stones partook!), while others assume that they were high school music instructors, who employed the talents of their students for these records (which might, of course, explain the title of "The School").
No definitive anwers exist at this point. Along with this remarkable music lives on their legend.
Night Song
The People's Victory Orchestra and Chorus Lyrics
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The moon is flying high,
And somewhere a bird
Who is bound he'll be heard
Is throwing his heart at the sky!
It's a grand night for singing,
The stars are bright above.
And to add to the show,
I think I am falling in love!
Falling, falling in love.
[Chorus]
It's a grand night for singing,
The moon is flying high,
And somewhere a bird
Who is bound he'll be heard,
Is throwing his heart at the sky!
Maybe it's more than the moon,
Maybe it's more than the birds,
Maybe it's more than sight of the night,
In a light too lovely for words.
Maybe it's more than the earth
Shiny in silvery blue.
Maybe the reason I'm feeling this way
Has something to do with you!
[Chorus]
It's a grand night for singing,
The stars are bright above.
The earth is a-glow
And, to add to the show
I think I am falling in love!
Falling, falling in love!
Margie and Pat:
It's a grand night for singing,
The moon is flying high,
And somewhere a bird
Who is bound he'll be heard,
Is throwing his heart at the sky!
[Chorus]
The song "Night Song" by The People's Victory Orchestra and Chorus is a celebratory tune about the beauty of a night filled with music and love. The lyrics describe the high-flying moon and the bright stars illuminating the sky, along with the sounds of a bird singing with all its heart, adding to the magical atmosphere. The singer acknowledges that there might be something more than just the outer beauty of the night, perhaps hinting at the possibility of falling in love. The song could be interpreted as a call to embrace the fleeting moments of joy and beauty we experience in life.
The music is upbeat and joyful, with a catchy melody that is easy to sing along to. The use of the chorus adds to the festive atmosphere, making the song seem like an ode to communal singing and dancing. The lyrics are simple yet evocative, capturing the essence of a perfect summer night.
Overall, "Night Song" is a tribute to the simple pleasures of life, a reminder to appreciate the beauty that surrounds us, and a call to connect with others through music.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a grand night for singing,
The night is perfect for singing
The moon is flying high,
The moon is shining bright and high up in the sky
And somewhere a bird Who is bound he'll be heard Is throwing his heart at the sky!
A bird is chirping loudly, expressing its joy and enthusiasm under the starlit sky
The stars are bright above.
The stars are shining brightly in the sky above
The earth is a-glow And to add to the show, I think I am falling in love!
The surroundings are beautiful and captivating, and the person singing the song feels like they might be falling in love
Maybe it's more than the moon, Maybe it's more than the birds, Maybe it's more than sight of the night, In a light too lovely for words.
The beauty of the night might not be the only reason for the strong emotions the singer is feeling
Maybe it's more than the earth Shiny in silvery blue. Maybe the reason I'm feeling this way Has something to do with you!
The singer thinks that the person they are with may be the reason for their intense emotions
It's a grand night for singing, The moon is flying high, And somewhere a bird Who is bound he'll be heard, Is throwing his heart at the sky!
The beauty of the night is magnificently captured in this line
The earth is a-glow And, to add to the show I think I am falling in love! Falling, falling in love!
The scenery is adding to the emotions of the person, who believes they are falling in love. The repetition of 'falling in love' emphasizes the singer's intense emotions
It's a grand night for singing, The stars are bright above.
The singer is reiterating the perfection of the night sky for singing and how lovely this night is
It's a grand night for singing, The moon is flying high, And somewhere a bird Who is bound he'll be heard, Is throwing his heart at the sky!
The chorus is once again emphasizing the beauty of the night
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