Van Cliburn Rosemary Clooney - 1962 Heart Fund Heart Circuit Interview

Review by Octavio Campos

Van Cliburn and Rosemary Clooney's 1962 Heart Fund Heart Circuit Interview album is a delightful blend of classical music and charming conversations between the two artists. The album features Cliburn playing some of his most famous pieces, including "Rhapsody in Blue" and "Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor," while Clooney interviews him about his life and career.

The album is a perfect snapshot of the early 1960s, with its mix of high culture and popular entertainment. Cliburn's virtuosic piano playing is matched by Clooney's wit and warmth as an interviewer. The two artists have a natural chemistry that makes the album feel like a cozy conversation between friends.

One of the highlights of the album is Clooney's interview with Cliburn about his experiences playing for Soviet audiences during the height of the Cold War. Cliburn's modesty and grace in the face of his enormous talent are on full display, as he talks about the joy he feels in bringing people together through music.

Summary by Octavio Campos

Van Cliburn and Rosemary Clooney's 1962 Heart Fund Heart Circuit Interview is a delightful album that captures a moment in time when classical music was still a part of the popular culture. It is a must-listen for fans of both artists, as well as anyone interested in the history of American music.