Armed Forces JOHN CHARLES THOMAS MEREDITH WILLSON Radio 16” TRANSCRIPTION DISC

Description: John Charles Thomas was a renowned American baritone known for his rich, versatile voice and his ability to perform both classical and popular music. During the 1930s and 1940s, Thomas frequently collaborated with Victor Young and his orchestra. Victor Young, a highly respected composer, arranger, and conductor, led an orchestra that was well-known for its lush, sophisticated arrangements. Together, Thomas and Young created memorable performances that combined Thomas's powerful baritone with Young's expertly crafted orchestral backdrops. Their collaborations were celebrated on radio broadcasts and recordings, making significant contributions to the American musical landscape of their time. — Major Meredith Willson, best known as the composer of the hit musical "The Music Man," also played a significant role in the Armed Forces Radio Service (AFRS) during World War II. As the conductor of the AFRS Orchestra, Willson was responsible for arranging and leading performances that were broadcast to American troops overseas. The AFRS Orchestra, under Willson's direction, performed a wide variety of music, including popular songs, classical pieces, and patriotic tunes. Willson's experience as a skilled composer, arranger, and conductor made him well-suited for this role. His work with the AFRS Orchestra was part of the broader effort to boost troop morale and maintain a connection to home through music. The broadcasts provided entertainment and comfort to soldiers during a challenging time, highlighting Willson's contribution to the war effort through his musical talents. — We acquired this disc in a large lot of transcription discs from the estate of a former radio enthusiast and dealer, and will be listing many others over time. Many of these discs rarely - if ever - come up for auction. This record has not been play tested, but we are more than happy to guarantee your purchase in the event it does not live up to your expectations. Please view photos of this item to assess condition. We are only listing discs we consider to be in reasonably good condition that appear to be playable from a cursory examination. We will include photos of any surface scratches that are obvious to us. Thanks for your interest in this sale. We are happy to combine shipping for multiple auctions or buy it now’s and will refund any excess shipping paid. We are also open to discounting Buy It Now listings if you have interest in purchasing 5 or more of them.

Price: 28.99 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-12-13T12:55:40.000Z

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