Jim has given us this theme today ‘Musical/Opera’.
https://wordpress.com/read/feeds/64726988/posts/2897424429
I have never really been an opera fan, even though I enjoyed the movie ‘Tommy’ and bought the soundtrack.
I liked the old musicals though, and most of the music I play is from that era.
There are so many to choose from, classic Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire, Les Miserables and Mamma Mia.
I’m going with this from the 1945 musical Carousel.
The song is sung at association football clubs around the world, where it is performed by a massed chorus of supporters on match day; this tradition developed at Liverpool F.C. after the chart success of the 1963 single of the song by the local Liverpool group Gerry and the Pacemakers. In some areas of the UK and Europe, “You’ll Never Walk Alone” became the anthem of support for medical staff, first responders, and those in quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic. (source WIKI)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOXwzvk1WTc
It has even more special memories for me as it was the final song Mum chose for her funeral service, and I sang every word.
Written By
Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein II
When you walk through a storm
Hold your head up high
And don’t be afraid of the dark
At the end of the storm
There’s a golden sky
And the sweet silver song of the lark
Walk on, through the wind
Walk on, through the rain
Though your dreams be tossed and blown
Walk on, walk on, with hope in your heart
And you’ll never walk alone
You’ll never walk alone
When you walk through a storm
Hold your head up high
And don’t be afraid of the dark
At the end of the storm
There’s a golden sky
And the sweet silver song of the lark
Walk on, through the wind
Walk on, through the rain
Though your dreams be tossed and blown
Walk on, walk on, with hope in your heart
And you’ll never walk alone
You’ll never walk alone
Walk on, through the wind
Walk on, through the rain
Though your dreams be tossed and blown
Walk on, walk on, with hope in your heart
And you’ll never walk alone
You’ll never walk alone
Never walk alone
I saw Robert Goulet sing this when I was in high school. It was amazing. My best friend had tickets ans took me with her. It was my first time seeing a live performance. I’ll remember it forever.
Glad it brought back happy memories Lauren
It’s a beautiful song and so special to you.
very Gary. I sang every word at Mum’s funeral, both the hymns (The Lord’s my Shepherd and Abide with Me) plus Unchained Melody at the beginning and this at the end. I read my poem, and sang my heart out for her.
We’d sing this song in Glee Club. Nice memories.
I’ve always loved it.
Gerry & The Pacemakers, really nice choice. This is a heavenly song.
They were the first UK group to have three consecutive Number One singles.
I see you chose one by Oscar Hammerstein as well. Good pick!
Thanks John.
This is pretty great! Perfect for our times today, honestly! 🙂
Thanks Lisa.
I have tears in my eyes now. I must be tired,,,,,,,,,
Beautiful Di.
It might be my singing Jen………….. you OK today?
Yea I’m okay thanks.
The song moved me and I am tired. I think I’ll sit outside for awhile.
No not your singing! lol
This song guts me every time I hear it. Beautiful choice.
Thanks Maggie
Oh dear – I am crying – I didn’t expect that. 😢
It’s OK………….. 🙂
That’s such a beautiful song Di. I always loved it. How wonderful your mum chose it for her funeral service. It’s perfect 🥰 Lovely!
Thanks Christine.
Great choice, my mum’s favourite musical was Carousel . It’s been used as an anthem for many things . 💜💜
Thanks Willow. Memories for me too
Nice ones 💜💜
very
I know of “You’ll Never Walk Alone” due to the 1989 Hillsborough disaster. Such a sad event which many died. You’ll Never Walk Alone” is such an important song to remember the diaster.
It’s one of my favourites.