"Encore!" is a delightful collection of popular tunes, masterfully performed by Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops Orchestra. Released on March 7, 2000, via RCA Victor, this album is a testament to the orchestra's versatility and Lockhart's dynamic conducting. Spanning just under 50 minutes, the 12-track album features a mix of beloved classics and festive favorites, including "Sleigh Ride," "The Stars and Stripes Forever," and a tribute to the King of Rock 'n' Roll with "Long Live the King! A Tribute to Elvis." The album kicks off with the lively "American Patrol" and takes listeners on a journey through various musical landscapes, from the energetic "Riverdance" to the soothing "Magh Seola." Lockhart's unique interpretations and the orchestra's impeccable playing make "Encore!" a standout in the classical genre, offering a fresh take on timeless pieces that will captivate both casual listeners and seasoned fans alike.
(P)2000, BMG Entertainment
Tracks
American PatrolFrank W. Meacham, Keith Lockhart, Boston Pops Orchestra
RiverdanceBill Whelan, Keith Lockhart, Eileen Ivers, Boston Pops Orchestra
Mississippi Suite: Mardi GrasFerde Grofé, Keith Lockhart, Boston Pops Orchestra
Song of the Volga BoatmenTraditional, Bill Finegan, Keith Lockhart, Boston Pops Orchestra
Magh SeolaGerard Fahy, Keith Lockhart, Joanie Madden
L'Arlésienne Suite No. 2: FarandoleGeorges Bizet, Keith Lockhart
Doodletown FifersTraditional, Keith Lockhart
A Hymn to New EnglandJohn Williams, Keith Lockhart, Boston Pops Orchestra
Sleigh RideLeroy Anderson, Keith Lockhart, John Oliver
The Stars and Stripes ForeverJohn Philip Sousa, Keith Lockhart, Boston Pops Orchestra
Keith's IntroductionKeith Lockhart
Long Live the King! A Tribute to ElvisGeorge David Weiss, Jerry Leiber, Frank Stoller, Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, Keith Lockhart