Summer is a magical season filled with warmth, sunshine, and endless possibilities. One of the best ways to enhance the enchantment of summertime is through the power of music. Summer magic songs have the ability to transport us to the beach, evoke memories of carefree days spent with friends, and create a sense of joy and wonder. Songs like "Summertime" by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince instantly bring to mind lazy afternoons by the pool, with its catchy lyrics and smooth beat. This song perfectly captures the essence of summer, making it impossible not to tap your feet and feel the magic in the air. Similarly, "Walking on Sunshine" by Katrina and The Waves is a feel-good anthem that encapsulates the blissful feeling of basking in the warmth of the sun and embracing the happiness of the season.
Why the second recordings (and there IS a difference)?
One sounds like it's from the movie, itself, while the other sounds like it was a studio recording (for a single?)
Hayley Mills and Eddie Hodges 4 BEAUTIFUL BEULAH Hayley Mills and Eddie Hodges 5 UGLY BUG BALL Burl Ives 6 PINK OF PERFECTION Hayley Mills and Eddie Hodges 7 SUMMER MAGIC Marilyn Hooven 8 Reprise BEAUTIFUL BEULAH Hayley Mills, Eddie Hodges, Chorus 9 FEMININITY Hayley Mills, Deborah Walley, Wendy Turner 10 Reprise FLITTERIN. Marilyn Hoooven is singing for Dorothy MacGuire on the LP and in the film as I assume she did on My Heart is an Island in Swiss Family Robinson - since it sounds like the same voice, anyway.
Similarly, "Walking on Sunshine" by Katrina and The Waves is a feel-good anthem that encapsulates the blissful feeling of basking in the warmth of the sun and embracing the happiness of the season. Other summer magic songs can transport us to tropical paradises, such as "Escape (The Piña Colada Song)" by Rupert Holmes. With its catchy tune and playful lyrics, this song instantly transports us to a sandy beach, sipping on a refreshing cocktail, and enjoying the magic of the summer months.
SUMMER MAGIC cd track question
hey, THANKS to a good pal, I got a few of the Wonderland CDs. One of them is "Summer Magic". the back of the CD lists 9 tracks; however, the cd actually contains 12 tracks!
this is what I figured out:
1) Summer Magic Overture
2) ??
3) Flitterin'
4) Beautiful Beulah
5) Ugly Bug Ball
6) Pink of Perfection
7) Summer Magic
8) Beautiful Beulah (. )
9) Femininity
10) Flitterin' (. )
11) On the Front Porch
12) Finale
Why the second recordings (and there IS a difference)?
One sounds like it's from the movie, itself, while the other sounds like it was a studio recording (for a single?)
ANY help would be appreciated! I need to know how to label them!!
atomobile
Member
I know what happened. The officially released LP for Summer Magic included only the 9 tracks as listed on the CD. When the masters were pulled for the CD released, they used the original master which contained 12 tracks. The master was prepared with 12 tracks but edited down to 9 tracks by the time it was released on LP. So what we get is actually the complete, unedited, never-before-released master. This might have been a mistake by Randy.
I'm glad this mistake was made though! I like it when we are under-promised and over-delivered!
Your friend,
Louis Gonzalez
wondergreg
Actually, the original SUMMER MAGIC LP did have all those extra tracks. Because there were only a few songs in the film, I guess Tutti decided to arrange more than one cut of "Flitterin'" and "Beautiful Beulah." If you listen closely, you'll notice that the Hayley Mills / Eddie Hodges vocals are identical in the twin versions. Also, the second track on Side One is called "Railroad Rag," and is an instrumental version of "Beaulah" that always reminded me of TV game show music! The album cover was never correct about the song listings. The only explanation might be that the art department did not have the correct information but had to proceed anyway. The CD reproduces the cover exactly as it was and that's why it is incorrect.
Hope this helps!
merlinjones
Member
The original LP has all 12 cuts - no reprise is listed on the LP cover (nor are track numbers), every song is listed only once, everything is correct on the vinyl label. None of the tracks on this album are original soundtrack, all were re-recorded by Camarata and original cast for the LP (same for Babes in Toyland).
1 OVERTURE Orchestra
2 RAILROAD RAG Orchestra
3 FLITTERIN? Hayley Mills and Eddie Hodges
4 BEAUTIFUL BEULAH Hayley Mills and Eddie Hodges
5 UGLY BUG BALL Burl Ives
6 PINK OF PERFECTION Hayley Mills and Eddie Hodges
7 SUMMER MAGIC Marilyn Hooven
8 Reprise BEAUTIFUL BEULAH Hayley Mills, Eddie Hodges, Chorus
9 FEMININITY Hayley Mills, Deborah Walley, Wendy Turner
10 Reprise FLITTERIN? Hayley Mills, Eddie Hodges, Chorus
11 ON THE FRONT PORCH Burl Ives
12 FINALE Orchestra and Chorus
merlinjones
Member
Marilyn Hoooven is singing for Dorothy MacGuire on the LP and in the film (as I assume she did on My Heart is an Island in Swiss Family Robinson - since it sounds like the same voice, anyway).
Tim Hollis
Member
Marilyn Hooven was doing quite a bit of work (usually uncredited) for Disneyland Records in those days. Unfortunately, unlike many of our previous success stories, when Greg and I attempted to contact her for THE STORY OF DISNEYLAND RECORDS, we were told by her daughter that Ms. Hooven is in deteriorated health and no longer able to answer any questions about her career. A sad situation to be sure. (The same applies to Bob Grabeau, who sang in the "second cast" albums of BABES IN TOYLAND and LADY & THE TRAMP, and is now an Alzheimer's patient in a nursing home. Tragic.)
ANY help would be appreciated! I need to know how to label them!!
Additionally, there are songs that celebrate the joy and freedom of summertime, such as "Here Comes the Sun" by The Beatles. This timeless classic reminds us that even after a long, cold winter, the sun will eventually shine again, bringing with it a renewed sense of hope and happiness. There are countless other summer magic songs that have the power to evoke the essence of this enchanting season. Whether it's through catchy tunes, relatable lyrics, or dreamy melodies, these songs have the ability to make us feel like anything is possible and create lasting memories that will forever be associated with the magic of summer. So, turn up the volume, let the music fill the air, and let the summer magic songs become the soundtrack of your most memorable summer yet..
Reviews for "Indulge in the Magic of Summer with These Soothing Songs"
1. Sarah - 1 star
I was really disappointed with "Summer magic songs". The songs lacked originality and sounded just like any other generic pop songs. There was nothing captivating or unique about them. It felt like the artists were just going through the motions and trying to create something that would fit into the current music trends. Overall, I found the album to be forgettable and unmemorable.
2. Mike - 2 stars
I gave "Summer magic songs" 2 stars because while the production quality was good, the lyrics and melodies left much to be desired. The songs felt shallow and lacked depth, with repetitive and cliché lyrics that didn't resonate with me. Additionally, the melodies were predictable and didn't hold my interest. I was hoping for more from this album, but unfortunately, it fell short for me.
3. Emily - 1 star
I was extremely underwhelmed by "Summer magic songs". The album lacked creativity and felt like a carbon copy of many other pop albums out there. The songs were forgettable and failed to make any lasting impression on me. I was hoping for something fresh and innovative, but this album just didn't deliver. Overall, I found it to be a wasted opportunity for the artists to showcase their talent.
4. James - 2 stars
"Summer magic songs" had a few catchy tunes, but overall, I found the album to be lackluster. The songs all seemed to blend together and had a generic sound that didn't stand out from the crowd. The lyrics were uninspiring and failed to make an emotional connection with the listener. I was hoping for more variety and experimentation, but the album fell flat for me.
5. Jessica - 2 stars
I was not impressed with "Summer magic songs". While the production value was good, the songs lacked the substance and depth that I look for in music. The lyrics felt shallow and generic, and the melodies were forgettable. I was expecting more from this album, but it failed to capture my attention or leave a lasting impression. Overall, I found "Summer magic songs" to be mediocre at best.