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“A music-box of vintage treasures, beautifully sung by a remarkable woman.”
– Sir Michael Parkinson
A glorious compilation of nostalgic songs; evergreens that are still enjoyed by young and old, Our Lovely Day brings to life the sounds of a cherished era. Despite the continuing popularity of such numbers as Smilin’ Through, Come to the Fair, and the criminally catchy Nice Cup of Tea, many of these gems haven’t been recorded in several decades. Others, such as Love’s Old Sweet Song and We’ll Gather Lilacs, are almost standards. “It’s a distillation of my favourites and the favourites of the many people I’ve sung to,” says Patricia. “It’s wonderful when these two things go together!” A mixture of songs from Patricia’s childhood, her ongoing sheet music collection, and audience requests, this CD presents 13 specially-commissioned arrangements, using two exciting young talents, Matt Redman and Nick Ball, who also provide 16 of the 31 instruments used on the album. Drink To Me Only and I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble Halls use a simple harp accompaniment, three songs are for piano and voice, and the rest range from a small early jazz ensemble including spoons, banjo and violin, to a lavish assortment of orchestral sounds.
| That Lovely Weekend Leave a comment on this song Love's Old Sweet Song Leave a comment on this song Always Leave a comment on this song Come to the Fair Leave a comment on this song Drink To Me Only With Thine Eyes Leave a comment on this song I'll See You In My Dreams Leave a comment on this song |
We’ll Gather Lilacs The Honeysuckle and the Bee Can’t Help Singing Let Him Go Yours I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble Halls Button Up Your Overcoat Our Lovely Day Did You Ever See A Dream Walking? My Own Smilin’ Through A Nice Cup of Tea |
13 visitors left comments...
March 21st, 2011 at 5:36 PM
Love these old songs….
some reminds me of my first lady friend when I was 18 year old. thank you my dear for bringing them back. I am lost in memories.
April 19th, 2011 at 6:55 PM
I am a dutch woman and I love this music. It gives me such a relaxed feeling.
What a lovely voice.
July 22nd, 2011 at 3:16 PM
Just heard about you via Noir Girl – wonderful stuff. Please come and visit me at the Silver Screen Suppers website when you have a mo. And The Shellac Sisters site too! Jenny (aka Foxtrot Fanny)
September 28th, 2011 at 12:10 PM
This is absolutely amazing. I love this era I love your song arrangements and I love your voice. I want more!
October 12th, 2011 at 9:25 AM
I reckon you should do Stephen Fosters Old Dog Tray which is a great song like all of his and will go down well with an English audience but as a cat person rather it may go against the grain ?!
February 5th, 2012 at 12:13 PM
Say, you got a nice article. Great.
February 27th, 2012 at 2:20 PM
Very neat blog.Really looking forward to read more. Keep writing.
February 28th, 2012 at 10:43 AM
I cannot thank you enough for the blog post.Thanks Again. Cool.
June 13th, 2012 at 2:24 PM
I first discovered you on Youtube and ordered the album from Amazon. Truly wonderful. I don’t suppose you’ve got any bookings in Paris?!
Thank you so much for endless hours of listening pleasure.
January 17th, 2015 at 9:19 AM
I first saw/heard Patricia on Neil Brand’s programme, “The Sound of Song”, on BBC 4. I agree with all the comments. I too like this era. It was like a breath of fresh air to hear someone sing so clearly. The clip on the programme was all too short. Thank you.
November 27th, 2016 at 8:27 AM
Are you singing in London week commencing 4th December? If so where as we would love to see you again.
July 19th, 2017 at 6:16 PM
Hello Patricia
I have just bought my 3rd copy of Lovely Day. My Sophie and I have one each but now I am trying to convert my oldest daughter Jennie! She used to be into Techno so there is much work ahead.
I do hope you have more UK dates before disappearing to BC again. Sophie and I miss you Patricia.
God Bless and see you soon we hope.
Kind Regards
John and Sophie Hall
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