CHANSON MOOD - BEST 4

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CHANSON MOOD BEST 4

Philips, SFL-3239, Manufactured By Nippon Phonogram Co., Ltd.

  1. Les Feuilies Mortes (J. Kosma - J. Prevért)

  2. Parlez-Moi D'amour (J. Renoir)

  3. La Mer (Charles Trenet)

  4. C'est Si Bon (H. Betti - A. Honer)


 












Back Sleeve of Single: Chanson Mood Best 4

    SLEEVE NOTES:

    After a hard day's work, we finally find peace of mind when night falls. There is nothing more enjoyable than sitting on a comfortable sofa, smoking a cigarette, and chatting with a loved one. What could be more appropriate for your evening than a sweet, gentle chanson melody? This record is a wonderful chanson mood album for you and your evening.

    The performance will be by the Paul Mauriat Grand Orchestra, one of the most popular orchestras in Paris at the moment. The leader of the orchestra, Mr. Mauriat, is a veteran chanson singer who has accompanied many singers, including Charles Aznavour, and is well known for his stylish arrangements and smart sound. He is also famous as the composer of the hit song "Mon Credo" by the up-and-coming Mireille Mathieu, among others. Here, he presents a collection of the best of the best of chansons, played in a flowing style that is sure to enhance your evening with its romantic mood.

     A Side
   1. Les Feuilies Mortes:
    Memories and regrets are like dead leaves in autumn. Even if you try to brush them away, the cold north wind will eventually carry them away into the darkness of oblivion. This song is a profoundly moving depiction of a life without a single rule, entrusting it to the withering leaves. This chanson, written by Jacques Prevért and composed by Joseph Kosma, was published in 1947, and was originally composed for Roland Petit's ballet "Rendez-Vous" in 1945. Paul Mauriat's performance also brings to mind the image of dead leaves scattering in the wind.

    2. Parlez-Moi D'amour:
    Speak to me your words of love, I never get tired of hearing your wonderful stories. I don't believe it deep in my heart, but I want to hear more of your lovely words. This is the sweetest and most gentle chanson de charme. It was written by Jean Renoir and sung by Soshenne Poirier, and won the Grand Prix du Disque in 1930. The beautiful performance by Paul Mauriat's orchestra beautifully repivals the old, nostalgic tune. This shows what a great arranger and performer Paul Mauriat is.

    B Side
   1. La Mer:
    This chanson was composed in 1938 by Charles Trenet, a lyricist, composer, and singer who had many hits, including "Boum," "Coin de Rue," and "L'Âme des poètes," with the help of his piano accompanist, Albert Lasry. The peaceful seaside scene is depicted with a touch of exuberance, as if one were looking at a painting.

    2. C'est Si Bon:
    This chanson, a buoyant song about the joy of finding love, is well known as sung by Yves Montand. The lyrics were written by André Ornez, and the music was composed by Henri Betti in 1947. Paul Mauriat's performance also celebrates the brightness of youth.

 

(Commentary by Fumio Nagata)

Note: Translation made by online translator.