In 1952. Liberace brought his concert-honed sense of showmanship to theemerging world of television. Almost overnight, the Milwaukee-born pianist became a national phenomenon, sustaining his popularity as a TV star for years to come. Syndicated across the country, the "Liberace Show" proved to be a ground? breaking TV musical series. For decades.tapes of these historic programs have been in storage, unseen and unheard. Now the Liberace foundation for the Performing and Creative Arts is releasing a series of audio highlights of the "Liberace Show" for the first time. These performances capture Liberace's charm and virtuosity in perhaps their finest recorded moments. Backed by an 18-piece orchestra led by his brother George, he masterfully glides through a repertoire that mixes many diverse tunes and melodies. Beyond the musical performances themselves, Liberace- The Golden Age Of Television Series, offers a sampling of Liberace's warm, intimate way with his television audience. His introductions and between-song comments that are included on this album provide insights into his unique rapport with his fans. Whether he's sliding into a humorous number or paying tribute to his musical heroes, Liberace's crowd-pleasing touch comes through. Since his passing in 1987, Liberace has left behind a legacy of entertainmentfew will ever fill. A missing chapter in his legendary story has been restored with the release of this series. Liberace- The Golden. Age Of Television is a rare glimpse of a one-of-a-kind talent at a truly historic moment.
Title: Golden Age Of Television: Vol2
Format: CD
Release Date: 09 Apr 2013
Artist: Liberace
Sku: 2238966
Catalogue No: 1004LIB
Category: Easy Listening
DISC 1
1 La Cacaracha
2 A Little Spanish Town
3 Besome Mucho
4 Cuba Liberace
5 Habanera From Carmen
6 Lady of Spain
7 Maiden's Wish Samba
8 Mama Does the Mumbo the Best
9 Mama Querido
10 Miami Beach Rumba
11 Si, Si
12 South American Way
13 The Bull and the Chihuahua
14 The Peanut Vendor
15 Tropicana
16 Two to Tango
17 Adios