Songwriters & Music Lovers:
"When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" is a lighthearted song in tribute to Ireland. Its lyrics
were written by Chauncey Olcott and George Graff, Jr., set to music composed by
Ernest Ball, for Olcott's production of The Isle O' Dreams; Olcott sang the song in
the show. It was first published in 1912, at a time when songs in tribute to a
romanticized Ireland were very numerous and popular, both in Britain and the US.
During the First World War, the famous tenor John McCormack recorded the song.
The song continued to be a familiar standard for generations. Decades later it was
used as the opening song on the radio show Duffy's Tavern. The song has been
recorded on over 200 singles and albums and by many famous singers, including
Bing Crosby, Connie Francis, and Roger Whittaker.
This live sing-along, performed by “All Mixed Up” at Coolfont Resort in W. Va., includes:
Barry Wendell Lead Vocal & Rhythm Guitar
Ed Schaeffer Lead Guitar; Bass
To listen, click: http://rattlesnakehill.org/saintpatrick/saintpatrick.html
Ed
(As always, headphones preferred!)
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