Nelson Riddle And His Orchestra - In Old Lisbon Lisbon Antigua Robin Hood

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Review by Peter Littlejohns

Alright, let’s dive into this gem of an album: In Old Lisbon (Lisbon Antigua), Robin Hood by Nelson Riddle and His Orchestra. Released back in 1955 under Capitol Records, this UK-born record is a mix of jazz, stage & screen vibes, and some pop sensibilities. It’s got that easy-listening charm with a dash of theme music magic. Think cozy evenings, dim lights, and maybe a glass of something smooth while the tunes play. Now, I gotta say, the track “In Old Lisbon (Lisbon Antigua)” sticks with me big time. There’s just something about how Nelson Riddle crafts these lush orchestral arrangements—it feels like stepping into an old black-and-white movie set in Portugal. You can almost smell the saltwater breeze and hear distant footsteps on cobblestone streets. The melody has this bittersweet vibe that sneaks up on you, kinda like nostalgia but without being too sappy. It’s not trying too hard to impress; it just does its thing effortlessly, which makes it all the more memorable. Then there’s “Robin Hood.” Man, this one feels like it was ripped straight outta some swashbuckling adventure flick. Horns blaring, strings soaring—it’s the kind of tune that could make even the most unmotivated person feel ready to grab a bow and arrow and take down some baddies. It’s dramatic, sure, but not over-the-top cheesy. Instead, it’s playful and cinematic, like those moments in movies where everything slows down for a heroic shot. It’s impossible not to hum along after hearing it once. What strikes me about this album is how timeless it feels. Even though it came out way back in ’55, the production still sounds fresh today. Sure, it’s got that vintage flair, but it doesn’t feel dated or stiff. If anything, it reminds me how much we’ve lost in modern music—the art of letting instruments breathe and tell their own stories instead of drowning them out with layers of noise. So yeah, if you’re into jazz-tinged soundscapes or just wanna add some classy background vibes to your day, give this one a spin. Honestly, listening to it feels like finding an old postcard tucked away in a drawer—you didn’t expect much, but suddenly you’re transported somewhere else entirely. Oh, and fun fact? Listening to this album made me realize my cat actually digs instrumental jazz. Who knew?

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Artist: Nelson Riddle And His Orchestra
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Robin Hood2:15
In Old Lisbon (Lisbon Antigua)2:33

Video

Robin Hood - Nelson Riddle and his Orchestra

Catalog Numbers

CL.14510

Labels

Capitol Records

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Formats

  • Shellac
  • 10"
  • 78 RPM

Companies

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Manufactured ByElectric & Musical Industries Ltd.

Notes

  • B: Vocal Group With Orchestra
  • From the TV Series "Robin Hood"

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Label Side A): 14661
  • Matrix / Runout (Label Side B): 14662

About Nelson Riddle And His Orchestra

Well regarded jazz/swing group, conducted by band leader, Nelson Riddle. Started as a backing band for such luminaries as Frank Sinatra and Nat "King" Cole, before branching out into film scores. Following the death of Nelson, his son, Christopher has acted as orchestra leader.

Name Vars

  • Composed & Conducted By Nelson Riddle
  • His Orchestra
  • L'Orchestra Di Nelson Riddle
  • L'Orchestra di Nelson Riddle
  • L'Orchestre De Nelson Riddle
  • La Orquesta De Nelson Riddle
  • La Orquesta de Nelson Riddle
  • Music Of Nelson Riddle
  • N. Riddle E La Sua Orchestra
  • N. Riddle Y Su Orquesta
  • Nelaon Riddle's Orchestra
  • Nelon Riddle Orchestra
  • Nelson Riddle
  • Nelson Riddle & His Grand Orchestra
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  • Nelson Riddle & Orch.
  • Nelson Riddle & Orchestra
  • Nelson Riddle & Sein Orchester
  • Nelson Riddle & Sua Orchestra
  • Nelson Riddle & Sua Orquestra
  • Nelson Riddle And His Orch
  • Nelson Riddle And His Orch.
  • Nelson Riddle And His Orchestra And Chorus
  • Nelson Riddle And Orchestra
  • Nelson Riddle E La Sua Orchestra
  • Nelson Riddle E Sua Orchestra
  • Nelson Riddle E Sua Orquestra
  • Nelson Riddle E s/Orq.
  • Nelson Riddle En Zijn Orkest
  • Nelson Riddle Et Son Orchestre
  • Nelson Riddle Orch.
  • Nelson Riddle Orchestra
  • Nelson Riddle Orchestra And Chorus
  • Nelson Riddle Orchestra, The
  • Nelson Riddle Orkestereineen
  • Nelson Riddle Sa Orkestrom
  • Nelson Riddle Und Sein Orchester
  • Nelson Riddle Und Seinem Orchester
  • Nelson Riddle Y Su Orquesta
  • Nelson Riddle m. s. Orchestra
  • Nelson Riddle y Su Orquesta
  • Nelson Riddle's Orch.
  • Nelson Riddle's Orchestra
  • Nelson Riddle's Orchestras
  • Nelson Riddlen Orkesteri
  • Nelson Riddlen orkesteri
  • Nelson Ridle And His Orchestra
  • Orch.
  • Orch. Cond. By Nelson Riddle
  • Orch. Nelson Riddle
  • Orchester Nelson Riddle
  • Orchestra
  • Orchestra And Chorus Nelson Riddle
  • Orchestra Cond. By Nelson Riddle
  • Orchestra Conducted By Nelson Riddle
  • Orchestra Conducted by Nelson Riddle
  • Orchestra Di Nelson Riddle
  • Orchestra Directed By Nelson Riddle
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  • Orquesta
  • Orquesta De Nelson Riddle
  • Orquesta Y Coros De Nelson Riddle
  • Riddle And Orchestra
  • Riddle And Orchestra, With Vocal Group
  • String Orchestra
  • The Music Of Nelson Riddle
  • The Nelson Riddle Orch.
  • The Nelson Riddle Orchestra
  • The Orchestra Of Nelson Riddle
  • The Orchestra With Strings
  • With Orchestra conducted by Nelson Riddle
  • With The Music Of Nelson Riddle
  • Оркестр Н. Риддла
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Members

  • Nelson Riddle
  • Harold Fisher
  • Plas Johnson
  • Ray Warleigh
  • Ronnie Price
  • Judd Proctor
  • Jim Lawless
  • Peter King
  • Mitch Dalton
  • Colin Sheen
  • Ronnie Verrell

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *In Old Lisbon (Lisbon Antigua) / Robin Hood* by Nelson Riddle and His Orchestra is a hidden gem from 1955. It blends jazz, pop, and easy listening with a cinematic touch. Released in the UK on Capitol Records, it feels like a musical time capsule. The track "In Old Lisbon" captures the dreamy vibe of old-world Europe, while "Robin Hood" brings a swashbuckling adventure to life. It’s like two mini-movies packed into one record. Pretty neat, right?

Comments

leflemo
2025-03-13
I used to listen to this on my grandparents record player when I was a kid. Now I realize we must have been the whitest people on Earth.