Reginald Dixon Mr Blackpool CD — Empress Original Recordings
Reginald Dixon: Mr Blackpool — Original Recordings
Few names are as synonymous with the golden age of British seaside entertainment as Reginald Dixon. Known affectionately as Mr Blackpool, Dixon's masterful command of the Wurlitzer organ made him a household name, and this Empress Records compilation preserves those beloved original recordings in their full, warm-toned glory.
Remastered using CEDAR audio restoration technology, this disc delivers over 70 minutes of playing time — an exceptional value for collectors and enthusiasts of traditional British light music alike. From the rollicking energy of The Riff Song to the waltzing elegance of Merry Widow Waltz, every track transports the listener to the illuminated promenade of Blackpool Tower Ballroom.
Selected Track Listing (24 Tracks):
- The Riff Song • Will You Remember • Unfinished Symphony
- Impatience • Rustle of Spring • Piano Concerto No. 1 in B Flat Minor
- Andante Cantabile • In the Mood • Automne • Bill Bailey
- Tiddy Fol Lol • Orpheus in the Underworld (Overture Pts 1 & 2)
- The Skater's Waltz • Fledermaus Selection • Dream Lover
- Rondo Capriccioso • Fingal's Cave • Merry Widow Waltz
- Wedding of Mr. Mickey Mouse • Dutiful Wife • Heading for a Wedding
Physical Details
- Label: Empress Records | Catalogue No: RAJCD 893
- Format: CD in standard jewel case
- Case dimensions: approx. 5.6 × 5 × 0.4 in (142 × 125 × 10 mm)
- Weight: approx. 2.5 oz (70 g)
- Playing time: Over 70 minutes
- Condition: Preloved — good used condition