Mr Acker Bilk With The Leon Young String Chorale - A Taste Of Honey

Review by Lita Wulandari

A Taste Of Honey by Mr Acker Bilk With The Leon Young String Chorale – A 1963 Jazz Gem That Still Hits the Spot Alright, let’s talk about this little slice of jazz heaven from way back in ’63. A Taste Of Honey by Mr Acker Bilk and his crew (with a big assist from The Leon Young String Chorale) is one of those albums that feels like slipping into a warm bath after a long day. It’s smooth, it’s classy, and yeah, it’s got that easy-listening vibe that just makes you wanna sit back with a cuppa tea—or maybe something stronger if you’re feeling fancy. The album was released in a bunch of countries—UK, Sweden, Australia, France, Netherlands, Norway—and honestly, it’s not hard to see why it traveled so well. This isn’t some high-brow jazz record where you need a degree to “get it.” Nope, it’s accessible, melodic, and downright charming. Plus, who doesn’t love an album cover that screams mid-century cool? Now, onto the tracks. There are some real standouts here, but I’ll focus on two because my brain can only hold so much info at once. First up: the title track, A Taste Of Honey. Man, this tune is pure gold. It’s got that dreamy clarinet solo from Mr Acker Bilk himself, paired with lush strings from The Leon Young String Chorale. You know how sometimes music just feels like a hug? That’s what this track does for me. Every time I hear it, I’m transported to some smoky lounge in Paris or London, even though I’ve never been to either place. Weird, right? But hey, that’s the magic of music. Then there’s Only You (And You Alone). Okay, full disclosure—I wasn’t expecting much when I first saw the tracklist. Like, how do you mess with a classic without ruining it? But dang, they nailed it. The arrangement is softer, slower, and gives the song a whole new life. It’s romantic without being over-the-top cheesy, which is kinda rare for covers of old-school hits. Honestly, I found myself humming this one for days after listening. And let’s be real, any song that sticks in your head without annoying you is a winner in my book. Other tracks like Nature Boy and Evening Shadows keep the mood mellow and reflective, perfect for late-night vibes or lazy Sunday mornings. Nothing too wild or out-there—it’s all about creating a cozy atmosphere. Even Blue Derby, which has a slightly different groove, fits perfectly into the mix. So yeah, this album might not change your life or anything, but it’s exactly the kind of thing you reach for when you want something soothing yet stylish. It’s funny how records like this stick around, isn’t it? They weren’t trying to reinvent the wheel; they were just making beautiful music. And honestly, sometimes that’s more than enough. Final thought: If aliens ever invade Earth and demand we hand over our best example of human creativity, I’d probably toss them this album. Then again, they might just beam us all aboard their spaceship for having such good taste. Either way, win-win!

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Artist: Mr Acker Bilk With The Leon Young String Chorale
Album: A Taste Of Honey

Jazz

Easy Listening

1963

Rating: 3.67

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Only You (And You Alone)	2:17
Blue Derby	2:34
Evening Shadows
Nature Boy	2:40
A Taste Of Honey

Video

Acker Bilk with the Leon Young String Chorale - Evening Shadows (1962)

Acker Bilk with the Leon Young String Chorale and vocal chorus - A Taste of Honey (1962)

Acker Bilk with the Leon Young String Chorale - Nature Boy (1962)

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Labels

Columbia
Metronome
Disques Festival

Listen online

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ouvir online
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Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
Promo
Single
EP

Companies

Role	Company
Published By	Ambassador
Made By	A/S Nor-Disc
Manufactured By	Columbia Graphophone Company Ltd.

Credits

Role	Credit
Featuring	The Leon Young String Chorale

Notes

Recording first published 1963.
Made in Gt. Britain.
A-side: Ambassador Music Ltd.
B-side: Allegro Music Mecolico BIEM/NCB.
This original UK release comes in a generic die-cut EMI-Columbia paper sleeve.
RSL Recording
Recording first published 1963
Similar to Mr. Acker Bilk* With The Leon Young String Chorale - A Taste Of Honey and Acker Bilk With The Leon Young String Chorale - A Taste Of Honey, but different font on labels. Also no space in catalog number.
Made In Holland

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (Label, Side A): 7XCA26201
Matrix / Runout (Label, Side B): 7XCA26202
Matrix / Runout (Label, Side A): B-1544-A
Matrix / Runout (Label, Side B): B-1544-B
Rights Society: NCB
Matrix / Runout (Label, Side A): k 941
Matrix / Runout (Label, Side B): k 942
Matrix / Runout (Label A-side): 7XCA 26201
Matrix / Runout (Label B-side): 7XCA 26202
Matrix / Runout (Run-out matrix A-side stamped): 7XCA 26201-1U
Matrix / Runout (Run-out matrix A-side stamped): 7XCA 26202-1U
Rights Society: MECOLICO/BIEM/NCB
Rights Society: BIEM
Rights Society: MECOLICO
Rights Society: BIEM/NCB
Matrix / Runout (Label, Side A): (7XCA.26201)
Matrix / Runout (Label, Side B): (7XCA.26202)
Matrix / Runout (Runout stamped side A): 7XCA 26201-1U GT M PT 2
Matrix / Runout (Runout stamped side B): 7XCA 26202-1U RA M PT 1
Matrix / Runout (Run-out matrix A-side stamped): 7XCA 26201 HM 001471-1
Matrix / Runout (Run-out matrix A-side stamped): 7XCA 26202 HM 001472-1
Matrix / Runout (Side A [Label]): 45-62-C8538 7XCT1473
Matrix / Runout (Side B [Label]): 45-62-C6534 7XCT1474

About Mr Acker Bilk With The Leon Young String Chorale

English jazz clarinetist and bandleader. Born: January 28, 1929 in Pensford, Somerset, England. Died: November 2, 2014 in Bath, Somerset, England. Bilk played with 's Band (1954-1956) and later with his own groups.

Real Name

Bernard Stanley Bilk

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? In 1963, Mr. Acker Bilk teamed up with The Leon Young String Chorale to create the jazz album *A Taste of Honey*. It blended easy listening vibes with tracks like "Nature Boy" and "Only You (And You Alone)." Released across several countries—including the UK, Sweden, and Australia—it brought a smooth, melodic charm to listeners worldwide. Not bad for an album that sounds like a cozy afternoon on vinyl!