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Songs for America collects four songs recorded by the great Judy Garland on her 1963-64 TV show in a special 15-minute package to benefit the American Red Cross (following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the U.S.). The emotionally charged "Battle Hymn of the Republic" was recorded only days after President Kennedy's assassination, and "America the Beautiful" proves once again that even in her hobo costume, she could deliver a performance of great depth. The other two songs, the signature "Over the Rainbow" (sung to her kids, Lorna and Joe Luft, on her Christmas special) and Charl
Songs for America collects four songs recorded by the great Judy Garland on her 1963-64 TV show in a special 15-minute package to benefit the American Red Cross (following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the U.S.). The emotionally charged "Battle Hymn of the Republic" was recorded only days after President Kennedy's assassination, and "America the Beautiful" proves once again that even in her hobo costume, she could deliver a performance of great depth. The other two songs, the signature "Over the Rainbow" (sung to her kids, Lorna and Joe Luft, on her Christmas special) and Charlie Chaplin's "Smile," are not patriotic songs per se (they aren't about America as much as they are sung to America), visions of hope for a country in despair. Decades after her death, these powerful performances prove that America still needs Judy Garland. --David Horiuchi
The following songs, sung by Judy Garland during her television show in 1963 and 1964, are offered to the American people and their friends in the hope that these patriotic songs will comfort those affected by the tragic events on September 11, 2001, lift the spirits of Americans everywhere and instill a sense of pride in our great land. The proceeds from this release will be donated to the American Red Cross in its efforts to heal the country. Includes Judy singing America the Beautiful, Battle Hymn of the Republic, Smile and Over the Rainbow.
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Manufacturer: Pioneer Video
Release date: 30 October 2001
Number of discs: 1
UPC: 013023165793
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