Gems From
THE DESERT SONG
Harbach - Hammerstein, II - Mandel - Romberg
Al Goodman and His Orchestra
1940s/50s rare boxed record set from the musical production The Desert Song. An RCA Victor Musical Smart Set. WK 12. RCA Monogram-Dog and Phonograph-"His Master's Voice". Four blue vinyl 45 rpm records. Performed by Al Goodman and his Orchestra.
The Desert Song was revived on Broadway in 1946. Operetta with music by Sigmund Romberg and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and Otto Harbach. Selections include: Overture to the Desert Song, The Desert Song, French Military Marching Song, One Alone, Riff Song, One Flower Grows Alone in Your Garden, Love’s Dear Yearning, and Romance. Records have not been played but they appear to be in very good condition. No breaks or major scratches. Box has wear with several tears on the side panels (please see picture).