I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble Halls - Jacqueline Wells - Bohemian Girl, 1936
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- Jacqueline Wells is so endearing here, but her lovely voice is dubbed by *Rosina Lawrence. Michael William Balfe, composer, would probably not have enjoyed what happened to his opera, but one never knows! Either way, it's one of the more entertaining scenes; Ms. Wells is trilling about her exotic dream, "father" Oliver is blubbering, and "Uncle" Stan is just stuffing his face with all the breakfast on the table!
* The young woman who dubbed for Jacqueline Wells was Rosina Lawrence, a favorite of L&H.
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Through an exhaustive search, I've sadly determined that the audio portion appears not to be available. I would be very grateful to the individual who could encounter this exquisite vocal recording. Please accept my abject apologies.
I feel sorry for so-called music lovers who don't understand how great this is.
This is the most beautiful one I have heard to compare all the other famous singers. She sang like natural, sweet, truthful, simplistic and beauty.
I think I've heard all the great soprano's sing this song, but none compare to this wonderful ladies singing. Unique, and will never be bettered.
Listen to Enya’s version. It’s exquisite!
exactly. No mannerisms, simple, straightforward, and very musical (glissandi, diminuendi, etc.), and she does sound like she's talking about a dream and not performing a recital piece.
@@wookinooki9023 you have hit the nail on its proverbial head my friend. Sung without pretentiousness.
@@carolfalk6676
Not quite
Her style doesn't do the work of art justice this is sweet and innocent
Whereas the rendition by Joan Sutherland is refined and mature...
Enya's version as good as she is as an artist and composer is not one of her better works ( although she has a good voice...)
Beautiful. I really believe that Oliver Hardy became genuinely emotional in that scene
I remember watching this as a little girl with my dad. Brings back such good memories. Love you, Papa. I miss you.
I just listened to five different sopranos sing this song and she is by far the best. What an exquisite voice. It is hard to believe that it was dubbed because she does such a good job. I have been listening to it every day for the past week...can't get it out of my head.
Like you, I tried several different renditions but, for me, this one is streets ahead of the others. Interestingly, Rosina Lawrence, who is singing here, also played Mary Roberts in the film "Way Out West".
Made me cry most beautiful voice ever xx
Nearly a hundred years old now, and I have no doubt this will still be loved in another 100 years time.
Thanks to Enya I knew this song. So when RUclips suggested this to me I quicly clicked on it. It's so beautiful, peaceful and subtle. Thank you! Blessings to Ireland, from a girl in Argentina.
My mother loved that and played at her funeral seventeen years ago still my heart broke beautiful with both xx
My mother also loved this song. I love you my mama💔💔💔💔
I think Ollie's tears are genuine.
Even brought a tear to the eye of Oliver Hardy. A time gone by in movie-making. Who knows if the magic will return one day.
NADA. DO NOT AGAIN IN OUR LIFE 2024
The definitive version -- nice voice, immaculate phrasing
Delighted we share the same opinion ricky smithe! I wonder what other lovely film songs used the voice of Rosina Lawrence? You've given me a project! Either way, grateful to hear from you, and thanks so much!
@@varadero1839 The movie Pick A Star is more or less a showcase for her lovely voice.
The way Ollie’s looking at her - pure love and awe ❤
In my opinion, this is the best version of this wonderful song.
The beauty and the substance is not only in the song being sung but also in the human contrasts created where the woman is mature enough to create the right emotions for the loving occasion while Oliver Hardy is slightly conscious and aware of the condition and situation while Stan Laurel is completely oblivious to what is going on in a woman's heart and proceed to eat and gnaws away at his food with the mentality of a child wondering what all that softy singing stuff is all about as he cannot get in to an equivalent mind and body space, to appreciate the issue in hand. Brilliant acting in every way.
the most beautiful and romantic singing of a lovely song
I can't think of any song in the entire world more beautiful than this, even these wonderful actors pleased us with a lot of fun during decades, they had their soft moments to, amazing....
So glad that you wrote! I posted this, and I agree with you in every respect. Though comedy was generally the theme, there was always some of the most charming music, either sung or just being played in the background in every L and H movie! Thanks for writing!
varadero
The song was also done by Enya on the Shepherd moons album. Beautiful. 😌
what was the movie? love to watch
@@UnclePurThe Age of Innocence.
Thank yu i heard this song as a boy and kept lookin for song beautiful just beautiful marble halls i know now yes yes love it 💞💞💞👍🙌😉
Wonderful. They don't do songs like that anymore!
They dont do voices like that anymore😂
That is a beautiful rendition by a singer I've never heard of, Rosina Lawrence
Rosina Lawrence was the charming young girl in 'Way out west'!
maybe World War II was destroying her career.
I agree
I dreamt I dwelt in marble halls
With vassals and serfs at my side,
And of all who assembled within those walls
That I was the hope and the pride.
I had riches all too great to count
And a high ancestral name.
But I also dreamt which pleased me most
That you loved me still the same,
That you loved me
You loved me still the same,
That you loved me
You loved me still the same.
I dreamt that suitors sought my hand,
That knights upon bended knee
And with vows no maidens heart could withstand,
They pledged their faith to me.
And I dreamt that one of that noble host
Came forth my hand to claim.
But I also dreamt which charmed me most
That you loved me still the same
That you loved me
You loved me still the same,
That you loved me
You loved me still the same
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This is the most beautiful song I've ever heard. Proud to be Irish!
Are they from Ireland?
FinnerFin no
FinnerFin the song was composed by an Irishman
@@finnerfin5950 The composer - William Balfe - born in Dublin ( 1808 ).
It's a Celtic spiritual song that has been sung for generations.
Lovely and sweet! As they say, this can't be beat. A truly memorable segment in film.
Laurel and Hardy add to the gorgeous innocence of this version.
varadero1839 the film u seek is called Swiss miss
Amen Brother. So incredibly sweet , so incredibly innocent.
I've never heard anyone sing this song as beautiful as this. I was stunned by this beautiful singing, when I watched this film years ago. I'll bet you there are many opera buffs who don't know of this version. I've forgotten the name of the singer, but, I know she also sang with Laurel And Hardy in the "Virginia" song in Way Out West.
this is THEE interpretation of this haunting piece. ollie's love and tears at his daughter just makes it lovely. i will remember this til i die.
I was haunted by this song for many years Count John McCormack did a version all old, crackley & squeaky, but he brought it from Ireland to America in the 20s. A very famous song here in Dublin in my grandmothers time.
But Ms Lawrence sung it perfectly (not forced), has to be sad and wistful.
Nice one.
This is a great version of this old Irish air.. taken from the opera 'The Bohemian Girl. The plaintive orchestral accompaniment is hard to beat.'
agreed, cannot beat this version.
They make a wonderful combination. The voice of Lawrence and the blossom of loveliness in Jacqueline Wells..
Tearfully beautiful!
See also the amazing performance by ENYA!!!
Having listened to several singers do their rendition of this beautiful song with it's ethereal music, I do believe Rosina Lawrence pleases me most....
Thank you very much for sharing this beautiful rendition of I Dreamed I Dwelt in Marble Halls. Jacqueline Wells is lovely indeed and the singing voice of Rosina Lawrence is lovely. Jeanette MacDonald's singing this melody in MAYTIME actually led me here. So glad to see this rendition on You Tube.
Thank you erzbet07!
You're very kind to have written. Over the years I think I've seen so many renditions of this most beautiful song, and performance. Operatically or clinically it may not be considered in the same vein as some of the classically or operatic productions, but it's still the most charming and sincere! You made my day! Thank you again.
varadero
Such a beautiful song, and the young lady performs it perfectly, singing to her father.
That is Thelma Todd, lip-syncing to the voice of Rosina Lawrence.
@@miyoshiumeki Thelma does a great job of the lip synching. A true professional.
@@marcmomus yes. It’s one of the reasons why they kept cutting away to Stan Laurel eating during the song. It would be too difficult for her to lip-synch the whole song in one take so they were able to break it up in a couple of places where she could stop or redo parts of it.
Of all the versions of this song I've heard on youtube, I like this the best. They capture it's sweetness the best. thanks for posting.
Such a beautiful song delivered so sweetly, as Oliver is truly touched as he beams lovingly at his daughter. At the end of the rendition Hardy tears, up, as do I.
What a great song. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
I think there exists a kind of Heaven for this type of song. In their heyday, these songs were considered as future classics! Time had other plans for them, and they sort of melted away. Whoever produced this L and H movie recognized a beauty when he heard it! He did everything right; great cast, beautiful orchestration, fine actress and dubbing singer. What's not to like? Thanks a lot for your comment!
Unfailingly captivating. Far better for pain than morphine.
That was absolutely beautiful what a beautiful woman and voice not to mention the song
I looked this up on RUclips because this song is in James Joyce's story, "Clay." This is a beautiful performance and that it is old fashioned resonates nicely with James Joyce.
I am 50 now,, but can remember my nana cuddling me on her lap while we watched this as a child,, wonderful- thank you so much
You're welcome! Want to thank you for sharing such an intimate recollection! L and H made so many great films, but my favorites were always the musicals, or at least where some music was played or sung. Another of my besties was "Way Out West." In that one the ingenue role was played by Rosina Lawrence, the voice heard here! Again, happy to hear that this brought you good memories!
Best wishes,
varadero
how lovely. oliver's wee tear at the end of the the song. melts my old fashioned heart
For me personally this is the best female voice I've ever heard and totally enchanted me Stan and Ollie just add to the delight of it all. Thank you for posting
A beautiful scene from a great movie.
Hi Lee Taylor,
Though I posted this, I've never been sure what prompted me to do so! I just recall seeing this as a pre-teen and falling in love with the entire production! I still think it's brilliant that the director could incorporate Stan's demented breakfast scene, with that loveliest of songs! Kudos to said director; few others could have pulled this off! So good to hear from you!
varadero
This tune haunts me once heard it's Never Forgotten Jacqueline Wells sings it so beautifully, and Laurel and Hardy my favourite characters, thank you for posting I truly enjoyed it.
God bless you
What an absolute classic. I dreamt I dwelt in marble halls was my Grandmothers favourite, rediscovered by me in The Bohemian Girl as I watched Laurel & Hardy constantly as a child. It is so beautiful. They did a few of these comic operas I think. Swiss Miss & Fra Diavolo, spring to mind.
Hi Mr. Williamson….I posted this and I, like you, watched the L&H movies whenever I could! This scene stuck in what's left of my mind. I remember "Swiss Miss" also! It had the gorilla!
Hope you enjoy this link:
ruclips.net/video/vYNMo8b_Ybg/видео.html
Best to you,
varadero
Wonderful 🥰
Brilliant singer
I wanted to revisit this video!!! Well wow!! I got this shiver down my back!!! Wonderful!!!!
Lyrics
I dreamt I dwelt in marble halls
With vassals and serfs at my side,
And of all who assembled within those walls
That I was the hope and the pride.
I had riches all too great to count
And a high ancestral name.
But I also dreamt which pleased me most
That you loved me still the same,
That you loved me
You loved me still the same,
That you loved me
You loved me still the same.
I dreamt that suitors sought my hand,
That knights upon bended knee
And with vows no maidens heart could withstand,
They pledged their faith to me.
And I dreamt that one of that noble host
Came forth my hand to claim.
But I also dreamt which charmed me most
That you loved me still the same
That you loved me
You loved me still the same,
That you loved me
You loved me still the same.
Sou
Thank you for sharing this excellent post. It is greatly appreciated.
Beautiful singing
Jacqueline Wells (Julie Bishop) about 22 years old. Captivating performance. and really an excellent piece of lip sync as well.
Hi Christopher Hardy,
I posted this, and she really was lovely and very talented. I also remember her in "The Black Cat," with Karloff and Lugosi and later in "Rhapsody in Blue." Several years ago I visited Mendocino, here in Northern California. According to what I've read this is where she passed away at 87! This gem of a town has been used as a backdrop for numerous Hollywood/TV films, among them "Johnny Belinda," and "East of Eden," to name a couple! So glad to receive your comment, and thank you!
varadero
When she did "The Bohemian Girl" she was still very young. Her lip sync was beautifully performed. As for Mendocino, I'd head there right now; it's that lovely and interesting. I don't work for the chamber of commerce, but just think you'd like to see a list of films shot there:
www.mendocinofun.com/movies/
Best regards,
varadero/john
Cant understand why Rosina Lawrence , the wonderful singer here wasnt in the film!
Such an exquisitely beautiful song. I first became familiar with it while watching this movie and of all the versions I’ve listened to, this one is the very best. There is also a video on RUclips of this piece performed in 1986 by operatic star Jessye Norman which is also lovely.
I've also seen many renditions by various performers, and I still like this one best! Thirties production values, antiquated audio, and it still kicks it! Thank you!
Love Stan and Ollie, their films, and the beautiful music in them. They just don't make stuff like this anymore. So thankful we have it all on film.
You must watch the new 'Stan and Ollie' film! a masterpiece.
This lovely aria captivated me from the first time I saw Bohemian Girl. I was not aware until just now that, while I fell in love with Jacqueline Wells' enchanting theatrics, it was, in fact, Rosina Lawrence's delicately evocative voice that sent tears coursing to my eyes. Not a problem from my standpoint. Indeed, I praise the intelligence that brought these two lovely young women, with their respective strengths, into collaboration for the blessing of subsequent generations. Sincerely appreciate your own diligent research work!
Hi Mr. Williford,
As the poster, I'm so glad to hear from you! Before I saw her in this wonder, I'd seen her in another film. She had a lovely distinctive face, but had short brown hair, and it was a serious horror/melodrama! That film was "The Black Cat," starring the 2 fiends of the day, Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi! When I saw her in "The Bohemian Girl" I was confused because I knew her, but the blonde hair threw me. She performed in many films until 1957. Kinda wish she'd kept her Jacqueline Wells name, but she changed it in 1945 to Julie Bishop. I also read where she passed away in my favorite town, Mendocino, California! I spent 8 days there once, and it's an unforgettable place!
Thanks so much for writing,
varadero
Esteemed connoisseur,
While I enjoyed "The Black Cat", that 1934 cutting-edge art deco film, I failed to go ahead and connect the dots by recognizing Jacqueline Wells. Thanks for enlightening me! In passing, I've enjoyed many a happy day at the Mendicino Hotel. Admire your superior taste!
Cheers,
Vern
Hi Vern,
Among many, here's one more that was filmed in lovely Mendocino! I know though filmed in B & W, I always think of the lovely brown eyes of Jane Wyman! Think they were portraying this as Nova Scotia! When last I visited this town, it still had just a little over 1,000 residents! Pardon the elusive address of this link, but YT and I have often had some disagreements. Either way, wish me luck as I do You, and hope you'll keep in touch, and enjoy this little visit to a lovely, old Mendocino!
Best to you,
john
jdm364.net/Videos/JohnnyBelinda2. mp4
Blessings attend your peregrinations.
Vern
Vern Williford Hi Vern,
What's a comma these days? Hope this one is the correct rendition!
jdm364.net/Videos/JohnnyBelinda.mp4
So, So Beautiful!
Thank you Mr. Zeleznik! L and H often managed to sneak in a few tunes to their wonderful films, but I've always loved this one the best!
Loveliness.
Que increíble interpretación 🎼🎶🎵 nivel superior, solo Enya puede rivalizar con ella...
Such a lovely scene. The wonderful voice of Rosina Lawrence and the lovely innocent endearing acting of Jacqueline Wells. It's a shame Ms. Wells could not have given Joan Sutherland some lessons in acting and stage deportment. Might have really helped.
WOW! I'm trembling as I write this response! Charles Henry, I agree with you! Your second and third line may anger many JS fans, but I say what I feel. The comportment of young Jacqueline Wells, and the youthful beauty of the voice of Rosina Lawrence make this a treasure! Thanks so much for writing!
varadero
varadero1839 Thank you so much for the kind words and THANK YOU for posting this treasure. It is never my intent to anger anyone, or insult any singers, I just try to give honest comments that are my opinions based on over 50 yrs of watching and listening to opera. I have said before that I respect Joan Sutherland as a kind, lovely woman, someone I could have been friends with and enjoyed a good cup of tea with but unfortunately, I consider her probably the most over rated singer in history. Spectacular high notes, yes. A voice that lasted, yes. But a robotic stage presence, extreme sloppy diction in all languages, just plain boring. Maybe she was just too nice, but again I thank you for writing.
This is one of their best i seen it first many years ago and i love this song so much
Hi lake fire,
I'm very grateful to you for your opinion on this clip! Think we're both big fans of both Laurel and Hardy! I'll never forget this movie, and want to thank you for your kind message!
Best wishes,
varadero
varadero1839 i love laurel and hardy im 38 and love these fellas since i can remember
Delightful !!!
Thank you for sharing.
You're welcome, and I'm grateful to hear from you!
varadero
I agree with you about Dame S's slightly overwrought work with this song. And I loved this recording from the film, completely new to me. This song always makes me weep, but especially after the death of my brother who loved it so much.
It's such a wonderful gift when you can sing....
un grande saluto,anche in memoria di Stan and Oliver,tra i più grandi attori mai esistiti.ciao da Roma.
🐦🐦🐦WONDERFUL LAUREL N HARDY MOVIE BOHEMIAN GIRL, N SONG I DREAMT I DWELT IN MARBLE HALLS IS SO BEAUTIFUL ALWAYS GREAT TO HEAR WE LIKE IT 🐦🐦🐦 PAT N LIZ 2016 😄😄😄
Hi Liz Doyle,
So happy you and Pat have written, especially since you've enjoyed this so much! I'm the poster, and I 1st saw this as a child; obviously, it never left me. It can be dismantled by vocal "experts" forever, but the lovely voice of Rosina Lawrence, the beauty of Jacqueline Wells and charm of L and H make this a classic! I love it, and glad you both do also!
Best to you,
varadero
No need to dismantle anything as Rosina Lawrence's lovely singing goes straight to the heart of this aria . Her light soprano voice has beautiful tone and fine technique. Jacqueline Wells makes the clip delightful , along with Laurel and Hardy..
beautiful beautiful beautiful
Most beautiful song ever and the best rendition of this. If you wonder why they kept jumping back to Stan or Ollie in the song, it was so they had some places to edit so that Jacqueline Wells could do the lip-syncing in pieces and not all in one shot, and then they could choose the best takes.
Over the years I think I've heard them all! Every one was lovely in its own way, but as heard here, I feel Rosina Lawrence excelled! Her voice just seemed to hit that loving spot we all enjoy! Very grateful to hear from you!
@@varadero1839 Enya does a very nice version, but this one is stashed away in one of my best memories.
That voice is amazing! It is the best version of the song ❤.
This song is so beautiful, its other-worldly. My mom loved opera and operetta and this was one of her favorites and she often played it on the piano....and so it makes me cry every time I hear it.
what a magnificent song: 100 % dubbing synchrony by actress & soprano.
If you wonder why they kept jumping back to Stan or Ollie in the song, it was so they had some places to edit so that Jacqueline Wells could do the lip-syncing in pieces and not all in one shot, and then they could choose the best takes.
Truly beautiful...
What a haunting Irish melody
I believe this version transcends the Sutherland one. It is my very favorite, however listen to the rendition by the late Jessye Norman which is also on RUclips. It is truly perfection itself and was sung at a Command Performance for her majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Wonderful.
Thanks for writing! I'm off to look up Jessye Norman's rendition. Loved her too, and she is currently the first performer on my channel; it's from a very old PBS show! She'll be greatly missed.
Best wishes,
varadero
ruclips.net/video/_tBknlOqm4k/видео.html
This is 1 of my (2) music i want in my funeral !
Beautiful
This song makes me very sad , I lost my baby and I remember listening this song trying to understand life and god.
Stupenda interpretazione.
Jeez, this is almost 90 years old. Some will get it. Many won't.
I grew up on a diet of Stan and Babe. They have always made my life a happy place. If i'm ever down, i stick on some Laurel and Hardy. It never fails.
From William Balfes' opera the Bohemian girl. haunting song.
Indeed it is! I'm the poster, and listen often! Thank you very much!
varadero
Such exquisite music such lovely sentiments done justice by Rosina Lawrence's exquisite voice
I love this song so much and this is lovely 💕
Wonderful rendition of a beautiful song AND Laurel and Hardy Fantastic
This always brings tears to my eyes. Beautiful!
There’s a beautiful rendition of this by Irish soprano Vanessa Fallon in the film about the explorers Burke and Wills
Thanks for this lovely song!
We're members of the same club as regards this little video! Regards to both you and your grandmother! Laurel and Hardy were unique, and will never be equaled as a performing team. We're lucky to have seen them! Thanks so much for your comment!
Thanks so much for your comment! Just viewed the Sutherland rendition and, though lovely, found it a little too rehearsed. Know I'll get my head handed to me, but have to say the same for lovely Jesse Norman. Rosina Lawrence seemed to keep this in the realm of reality; her voice flowed so naturally! Just getting ready for the brickbats to come! Best to you darsaen!
Yes, Rosina Lawrence. If you wonder why they kept jumping back to Stan or Ollie in the song, it was so they had some places to edit so that Jacqueline Wells could do the lip-syncing in pieces and not all in one shot, and then they could choose the best takes.
TY so much for this upload, my favorite comedy duo & so good to hear this enchanting song again sung so beautifully, brings tears to my eyes every time. I used to think Dame Joan Sutherland's version was the seminal interpretation, however I'm happy to genuflect to this magnificent rendition. Enya's version is also haunting. :-)
Thank You! I, too, like the renditions by both Dame Joan, and Enya! Call it nostalgia, or what you will, but I 1st saw this when I was about 9-10 years old. If I'd known how, I'd have tried to discover the name of the singer much earlier. Lovely Rosina Lawrence sings here! My "library" was in the basement of our tiny-town firehouse!
I kind of blame Hollywood for never having decided on an actual name for "Jacqueline Wells." Think the powers that were couldn't figure out what to name her! I had a really hard time too. She was really pretty, but here are at least 3 of her stage-names:
Jacqueline Wells, Diane Duval, and Julie Bishop! She played Mrs. Ira Gershwin as Julie Bishop! Talk about an identity crisis; I'm grateful to hear from you!
Best regards,
varadero
@@varadero1839 TY for your interesting reply too. Jacqueline Wells was indeed very pretty. Rosina Lawrence's voice is glorious. Best regards Chris :-)
I love watching Oliver's face as he listens. Seems he comes out of character to nod his approval.
why do I cry and laugh at this?
the lyrics are heartbreaking, yet she sings it with such innocence and gratitude, and the absurd characters just really make the juxtoposition so silly it's funny, plus her voice is lovely and moving
@@sarahm5936 No other version compare to Rosina' rendition , absolute none, beautiful, delicate, no melody distorting coloratura, or vibrato. Just perfect, the scene adds to the charm
This to my way of thinking is the best version of the song. Such a pleasure to listen to.plus Laurel and Hardy, God bless them.
Hi lewis1936, I'm not sure how I'm receiving this, dated 6/10/14 on 7/9/14! If I've screwed up, I apologize. Cut to the chase, I'm so glad that you enjoyed this rendition of the song. I love the voice of Rosina Lawrence, and Laurel and Hardy are my 2 best pals; I grew up watching them pummel one another! Thanks so much, and sorry for the confusion! Do you remember the name of the film where they're pursued by a gorilla on wooden bridge, way high up?
Perhaps it is The Piano, you are thinking about. Cheers
lewis1936 Hi lewis1936, I remember "The Piano!" It too was wonderful, but was kind of a short film. The one I'm vaguely thinking of had something to do with a European setting, and of course, some singing! Thanks for writing.
@@varadero1839 It's Swiss Miss.
The hairdo on Stanley is astonishingly similar to Hugh Jackmans hairdo in his first outing as The Wolverine!
Thank you for posting this. Rosina Lawrence had a fairly short career in Hollywood but I find it odd that with her beautiful voice she only has 6 soundtrack credits.
+keith2366 Thank you keith2366,
I'd heard of her over the years, but was surprised to learn that her lovely voice was in this clip! It's not easy find her other contributions, but I continue looking. With the sweetest voice, and very lovely appearance, somebody in "Hollywood" should be ashamed that she wasn't offered more. Always liked the actress "singing" her voice, but she kept changing her name over the years! Hard to keep up with her. She made quite an impression when she starred with Karloff/Lugosi in "The Black Cat," one of my favorites!
Thank you keith2366 and keep in touch.
varadero
+varadero1839 simply the best version by Rosina Lawrence, fell in love first time I heard it, beautifully feminine, graceful, perfect, and I have listened, versions from great opera singers none of them comes even close. Well! the scene helps of course
One of her most accessible performances is in Pick A Star (1937) starring herself and Jack Haley. It's about a singer "discovered" in a talent contest. A later re-release is called Movie Struck, but it's the same picture.
I think I heard this when I was like 6 or 7, Ut has been my favorite aria for well over 60 years!
I was watching my Saturday morning Laurel and Hardy when this song came on, I was pleasantly surprised. The actress (Thelma Todd) who played the gypsy's queen's daughter died 'mysteriously' and the movie had to have major rewrites, and re-filming of entire scenes to work around it; the studio didn't want to be associated with the controversy.
ricky i totally agree an amazing voice.
It's beyond me that Ms Lawrence never recorded much else. What a tragedy, what a loss. It doesn't make any sense, how is it that such a rare talent was lost to us, rather than to be there for posterity, what a loss. I would really like to know how this is possible.