1961 AFRTS Frank De Vol Rainbow Strings Radios Great Old Theme Armed Forces LP For Sale
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1961 AFRTS Frank De Vol Rainbow Strings Radios Great Old Theme Armed Forces LP:
$34.99
Original AFRTS Station Library transcription LP featuring Frank De Vol & His Rainbow Strings performing Radio’s Great Old Themes. Produced exclusively for U.S. military broadcast use and never sold commercially, these discs were pressed in limited quantities and distributed to bases worldwide. This edition presents orchestral medleys of classic radio themes arranged in De Vol’s signature lush style.
Photo Note: Any circular “ring” visible in images is only a reflection from the ring light used during photography. It is not present on the record or sleeve itself.
Side 1 – SP‑1589 / SSL‑14221Radio’s Great Old Themes – Frank De Vol & His Rainbow Strings-On the Radio; Seems Like Old Times; When the Moon Comes Over the Mountain – 3:28-Contented; Manhattan Serenade; Blue Moon – 2:47-Marta; Manhattan; Love’s Old Sweet Song – 3:14-The Waltz You Saved for Me; Rainbow on the River; Thinking of You – 3:31-On the Trail; Was I to Blame for Falling in Love with You?; Sleep – 3:44-One Hour with You; Anyone Can Dream; Thanks for the Memory – 3:19Deadwax: MUSIC TRANSCRIPTION LIBRARY SP‑1589 SSL‑14221 AF699 “O”‑63 “1”‑60 12/29/61
Side 2 – SP‑1590 / SSL‑14222Radio’s Great Old Themes – Frank De Vol & His Rainbow Strings-Believe Me If All Those Endearing Young Charms; Angel’s Serenade; Jolly Coppersmith – 2:54-Sunbonnet Sue; Londonderry Air; Funiculi Funicula – 3:19-Toselli’s Serenade; Red River Valley; Au Matin – 4:02-How Can I Leave You; Drigo’s Serenade; Darling Nellie Gray; Polly Wolly Doodle – 3:16-Valse Bluette; Juanita; Kerry Dance – 3:15-Two Guitars; Chanson Bohémienne; Andante Cantabile – 3:12Deadwax: MUSIC TRANSCRIPTION LIBRARY SP‑1590 SSL‑14222 AF700 “O”‑64 “1”‑62 12/29/61
VG record / VG sleeve. Vinyl shows strong gloss with multiple light hairlines and dot scuffs, some of which produce rotational pops. Playback reveals consistent light surface noise typical of early AFRTS thick‑stock pressings. Side 1 has several short rotational pops across Tracks 2–6, mostly faint and likely tied to dot scuffs. Side 2 has similar faint rotational and random pops across all tracks, many blending with the music. No skips or tracking issues were observed. Labels show minor staining, ridge wear, and handwritten “499” on Side 1. Sleeve is VG with light staining, small tears at the opening, and minimal ring wear; no seam splits. Playback may vary depending on equipment; sold as‑is.
Photo Note: Any circular “ring” visible in images is only a reflection from the ring light used during photography. It is not present on the record or sleeve itself.
Grading Note: AFRTS transcription discs are unique non‑commercial utilitarian pressings, often showing quirks from their service use and occasional factory flaws. These discs commonly exhibit light inherent noise and minor cosmetic anomalies even on clean examples, and they frequently play best on higher‑end equipment.
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