Mantovani And His Orchestra - A Collection Of Favorite Waltzes

Review by Michelle Pullins

Album Review: A Collection of Favorite Waltzes by Mantovani And His Orchestra Alright, let’s talk about this gem from 1952—A Collection Of Favorite Waltzes by Mantovani And His Orchestra. If you’re into smooth vibes that feel like sipping tea on a rainy afternoon, this one’s for you. It’s got everything: Classical, Pop, Jazz, even some Big Band flair. The album was released under London Records and hit shelves in the US, UK, and Canada. Not bad for something over 70 years old, right? First off, I gotta say, the tracklist is kinda wild. There are repeats (I mean, how many times do we need “My Moonlight Madonna”?), but honestly? That just makes it feel cozy, like an old friend overstaying their welcome in the best way possible. Now, two tracks really stuck with me: “Dancing With Tears In My Eyes” and “Love Makes The World Go ‘Round.” Let me break it down. “Dancing With Tears In My Eyes” hits different. Like, imagine you’re at a dimly lit ballroom, everyone’s spinning around in fancy outfits, but there’s this bittersweet vibe in the air. You can almost picture someone trying to smile through heartbreak while they waltz. The strings swell so perfectly—it’s dramatic without being OTT. Honestly, if this song played during a movie scene where the main character realizes they’ve been ghosted, I’d ugly cry every time. Then there’s “Love Makes The World Go ‘Round,” which is pure charm. It’s upbeat enough to make you wanna grab whoever’s closest and spin them around the room, but it’s also sweet as heck. There’s no pretense here; it’s just joyful music that reminds you love doesn’t have to be complicated. Plus, the orchestration feels like a warm hug wrapped in satin sheets. Yeah, I said it. One thing I noticed is how easy it is to zone out listening to this record. Whether you’re folding laundry or zoning out on a Sunday morning, these tunes sneak up on you. They’re not loud or flashy—they don’t need to be. This album’s all about creating moments, even if those moments involve staring blankly into space because life got too real for a second. And hey, fun fact: Did anyone else notice the random Native American reference with “At Dawning - Songs of the American Indians”? Feels kinda out of place, but maybe that’s just how things rolled back then. Still, it adds a layer of curiosity to the mix, like finding an odd jellybean flavor in an otherwise predictable bag. So yeah, A Collection Of Favorite Waltzes isn’t gonna blow your mind or change your life, but it’ll definitely give you a chill hour of background magic. Weirdly enough, though, after listening to this album, I found myself humming “Greensleeves” while making toast. No joke. Maybe Mantovani’s secret superpower is turning everyday chores into mini concerts. Who knew? Anyway, check it out if you’re curious. Just don’t blame me if you start slow-dancing alone in your kitchen.

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Artist: Mantovani And His Orchestra
Album: A Collection Of Favorite Waltzes

1952

Rating: 3.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Love, Here is My Heart
My Moonlight Madonna (Poeme)
Poeme (Moonlight Madonna)
Love Here Is My Heart
I Love You Truly
Mexicali Rose
What Is A Dream?
At Dawning - Songs of the American Indians
At Dawning
Was It A Dream?
Was Is A Dream?
Dear Love, My Love
Love Makes The World Go 'Round (Love's Roundabout)
Love Makes The World Go 'Round
Dancing With Tears In My Eyes
My Moonlight Madonna (Poeme)7098
Greensleeves
Love, Here Is My Heart
My Moonlight Madonna
It Happened In Monterey
Lovely Lady

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London Records

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3 × Shellac
10"
78 RPM
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LP
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7"
45 RPM
EP

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Mastered At	Decca Studios
Pressed By	Decca Record Co. Ltd., Pressing Plant, UK.

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Made in England.
Unauthorized public performance, broadcasting and copying of this record prohibited
Label states - Made In England / London ffrr
Runouts; "CA" denotes pressed in Canada
Cover variation.
Second title on label is: "An Album Of Favourite Waltzes".
ffrr - Full Frequency Range Recording
Purple London label.
Original Decca Pressing with variant center labels (design and typeset) from this version by same catalog #.
ffrr ™ (Full Frequency Range Recording)
From the London Records LP "A Collection Of Favorite Waltzes"
Printed in U.S.A. (cover)
Made in England (disc rim text)
Jacket has logo top right OFC + artwork on bottom is black
Made In England / London ffrr
slightly alternate back cover

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Matrix / Runout (Side A): CA ARL.1171-1D 17
Matrix / Runout (Side B): CA ARL.1172-1D A2
Matrix / Runout (Label A): ARL.1171
Matrix / Runout (Label B): ARL.1172
Matrix / Runout (Runout A stamped): ARL 1171-1D BB N 1
Matrix / Runout (Runout B stamped): ARL 1172-1D C N 1
Matrix / Runout (A Side Label): EFF.7
Matrix / Runout (B Side Label): EFF.8
Matrix / Runout (A Side Stamped, 6, 3 & 9 o'clock): EFF 7-2 DR 16565 - 16564 CB 1
Matrix / Runout (B Side Stamped, 6, 3 & 9 o'clock): EFF 8-1 DR 16517 - DR 16471 U 1
Other (Code No.): 1
Matrix / Runout (Side A Label): ARL.1171R
Matrix / Runout (Side A stamped): ARL-1171-1ER CB RT 831 CAB
Matrix / Runout (Side B Label): ARL.1172R
Matrix / Runout (Side B stamped): ARL-1172-1ER UA RT 51 CA
Matrix / Runout (Side A): ARL.1171
Matrix / Runout (Side B): ARL.1172
Matrix / Runout (Side A): ARL1171-2B K1 CT
Matrix / Runout (Side B): CA ARL1172-2B KB CT 5

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *A Collection Of Favorite Waltzes* by Mantovani And His Orchestra, released in 1952, is like a musical time capsule. It blends genres like Classical, Pop, and Jazz, creating that smooth "Easy Listening" vibe people loved back then. One interesting thing—there are multiple versions of the same track! Songs like "My Moonlight Madonna" and "Was It A Dream?" appear more than once on the album. It’s almost as if they wanted to make sure listeners didn’t miss those tunes. Released in the US, UK, and Canada under London Records, this album feels like a cozy journey through romance and nostalgia.

Comments

lestherrv

2025-03-13

This music swirls around us like morning mists riding a dawn breeze. It wraps around us; carries us along on a ride.
Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

billberthaameriplan

2025-03-13

Strepitosa musica e immagini,l'ho ascoltata x la prima volta a Londra tanti anni fa.......

imuludyrix

2025-03-12

東鐵過海真的很興奮

vittystranges

2025-03-12

Beautiful Combination!!

leslieagbaydm

2025-03-12

Memory 7 sample

anyalovescats

2025-03-11

Nessun commento solo ascoltAre e nulla più.Pinuccio akragantino maggio 2022

schweregeschuetze

2025-03-11

Las hojas verdes...??????????☘☘?????

victorcamara402

2025-03-10

De autor desconhecido, foi num momento de grande inspiração que resultou este verdadeiro hino á música que mexe com os nossos corações. Abençoado que mesmo anónimo será sempre recordado.

frankhobbs

2025-03-10

This song was played at my father's funeral, so it strikes a cord with me.

denis20cent

2025-03-10

Tema de abertura do Programa Cantinho de Saudade rádio Bandeirantes com Fiori Gigliotti.

klsc78

2025-03-10

When you hear "Greensleeves" played by Mantovani's orchestra, it sounds like Mantovani knew in his mind how it should sound. He had the gift of using exactly the right instruments at the right tempo to duplicate what he heard in his thoughts. This is a masterful orchestral arrangement, and Mantovani knew how to make it sound perfect.