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Related Pieces
Piece Description
Dory Previn's first interview with the media in years, this is Part 1 of two editions of "Memories" in which she talks about the inspiration for her songs and that showcase her work. Abused as a child, Dory Previn began her songwriting career in Hollywood as soundtrack lyricist with composer Andre Previn. In the late 1960's her work became autobiographical, baring her soul as she related her struggle to heal in songs of exquisite imagery, haunting emotions, tremendous melodic variety, delightful humor and pointed irony. Her seven alubms, critically acclaimed, attracted a dedicated following. Despite the uniqueness and quality of her work, a short performing career limited exposure. Today, information about her passes from one person to another like some occult mystery of ancient wisdom. Songs featured: Scared to be Alone (excerpt) Mythical Kings and Iguanas (complete) I danced and danced (almost complete) Play it Again, Sam (almost complete) Veterans' Big Parade (almost complete) Coldwater Canyon (excerpt) Did Jesus Have a Baby Sister?(complete) I ain't his child (incomplete) Mama Mama comfort me (almost complete) The Empress of China (incomplete, v/o fade out)
Broadcast History
"Memories"
June 26, 2005
90.3fm KEDM Monroe, Northeast Louisiana Public Radio
Timing and Cues
Intro music, 3 sec, fades for v/o, fades out.
14:17-14:27 and 38:59-39:09: Program, host name & show content
57:27-57:41:included in v/o at end: "this interview continues in the next edition of "Memories"...."
Musical Works
"Memories" from Cats; Really Useful Records 817810-2 (1998)
On my Way to Where (orig 1970) BGOCD 381
Dory Previn (1974) Warner
Mythical Kings & Iguanas (1971) and Reflections in a Mud Puddle (1971) BGOCD 393
Peter Salmon
Posted on March 21, 2008 at 04:58 PM | Permalink
Review of Interview with Dory Previn Part 1
Fascinating interview with one of the most accomplished singer/songwriters who deserves to be more widely heard. Came across as a very individual personality and I was left waiting for more. When it finished I could not believe 59 minutes had slipped by.