Roger Williams - Plays the Hits (1965) Vinyl LP • The Girl From Ipanema, People

Catalog Number:

KL-1414

Musical Styles:

1960s, 1970s, Ballad, Big Band & Swing, Bossa Nova, Classical Pop, Contemporary R&B, Disco Funk, Film Score/Soundtrack, Instrumental, Motown, Quiet Storm

Sleeve Grade:

Very Good Plus (VG+)

Record Grade:

Very Good Plus (VG+)

Condition Details:

Vinyl plays with some crackles and a few light-clicks (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; scuffing, discoloration (front/back);. Inner-sleeve is original (Kapp ads); one seam partially split, torn on one side of sleeve. Spine is mostly easy-to-read with mild-wear. Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. High On A Windy Hill
2. Dear Heart
3. People
4. The Girl From Ipanema
5. Postlude To A Prelude
6. Frenesi
7. Try To Remember
8. Softly, As I Leave You
9. Never Tease Tigers
10. Willow Weep For Me
11. Mister Lonely
12. Supercalifragilisticexpialidocius

About The Record:

Plays the Hits by Roger Williams showcases the pianist's signature lush, orchestral interpretations of contemporary pop standards, transforming them into soothing easy-listening gems that highlight his unparalleled touch on the keys. The album features beloved tracks such as The Girl From Ipanema, a bossa nova sensation, Dear Heart from the acclaimed film, and People from the Broadway hit Funny Girl, alongside Try To Remember and the whimsical Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious from Mary Poppins. A unique highlight is Williams' playful piano rendition of Never Tease Tigers, a novelty song that adds a lighthearted, unexpected flair to the collection. Historically significant as part of Williams' prolific output during his peak commercial years, the album underscores his status as the top-selling piano artist ever, with over 38 chart albums and a legacy as the "Pianist to the Presidents" who performed for nine U.S. administrations. Fan-favorites like Softly, As I Leave You and Mister Lonely exemplify his ability to evoke deep emotion through instrumental elegance, cementing his enduring appeal in the easy-listening genre.