September Song

Jimmy Durante | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 14, 2001)
• Original Release Date: 1963
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Collector's Choice
• ASIN: B00005KIX9
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #235,110 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Most may know Jimmies music through the film 'Sleepless In Seattle' but this is the record that broke it to a world already in love with his comedy act. This 1963 album for Warner Bros. went top 40. Did you know 'The Schnozzola' could actually carry a tune? 10 tracks including, 'September Song', 'Look Ahead Little Girl' & 'Blue Bird Of Happiness'. Standard jewel case. 2001 release.

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A little sappy but it's pure Jimmy D, November 6, 2006

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Bruce (Rochester, MN USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: September Song (Audio CD)

September Song mixes Jimmy Durante's gravelly voice and the softly dramatic strings so common during Durante's day. The result is pure Durante. If you love his music, you'll know most of these songs, if you're new to Jimmy Durante this is worth a listen.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a beautiful album of songs by the great Jimmy Durante, October 19, 2010

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Matthew G. Sherwin (last seen screaming at Amazon customer service) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: September Song (Audio CD)

I love the voice of Jimmy Durante. His somewhat gravelly voice catches my attention every time and it never lets go until the end of his performance! On this CD, which I originally had on vinyl, Jimmy sings twelve wonderful songs that weave a magical spell on the listener and that's grand. The artwork also uses the original front cover artwork from the record album release; and the quality of the sound is excellent.

There's not a bad track in the lot here. "September Song," the title track, features Jimmy squarely front and center--which is right where he belongs! The backup chorus harmonizes nicely; but Jimmy never needed backup; he was a natural all the way. The strings are used to great advantage; and "September Song" whets your appetite for more!

And more is exactly what you're going to get. "Look Ahead Little Girl" charms me every time I hear it; Jimmy sings this passionately with all his heart and soul; and the ballad works on every level. I love it! "Count Your Blessings Instead Of Sheep" is yet another gem; Jimmy sings faultlessly with a lovely orchestration and this is certainly a highlight of the album. "When The Circus Leaves Town" is very well done; and "I Believe" shines brighter than silver and gold when Jimmy performs it to perfection--and beyond! In addition, "Young At Heart" gets the royal treatment from Jimmy Durante; you can really tell what a masterful entertainer he was when you listen to numbers such as this. His sense of timing and sophisticated phrasing enhances the number all the more, too.

"Don't Lose Your Sense of Humor" is amazing in Jimmy's more than capable hands; and listen for Jimmy to do a fine job on other tracks including the classic "You'll Never Walk Alone;" "One Room Home" and the closing track, "Blue Bird of Happiness." "Blue Bird of Happiness" showcases Jimmy's talent one last time on this album; and it leaves me wanting more!

Jimmy Durante could never truly be forgotten; and with continued sales of CDs like this one his legendary status will increase as the years go by! I highly recommend this CD for any fan of Jimmy Durante; and people who enjoy classic pop vocals sung with genuine heart and soul will not be disappointed.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars TRACK LIST, June 22, 2007

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CD & VIDEO RESEARCHER "festivalcds" (il) - See all my reviews

This review is from: September Song [LP VINYL] (Vinyl)

1. September Song Listen Listen
2. Look Ahead Little Girl Listen Listen
3. Count Your Blessings Instead Of Sheep Listen Listen
4. When The Circus Leaves Town Listen Listen
5. I Believe Listen Listen
6. Young At Heart Listen Listen
7. Don't Lose Your Sense Of Humor Listen Listen
8. You'll Never Walk Alone Listen Listen
9. One Room Home Listen Listen
10. Blue Bird Of Happiness Listen Listen