Caravan

Caravan & The New Symphonia

Caravan Caravan & The New Symphonia
Label: Deram
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Format: Vinyl,LP,Album

Live Collaboration with Orchestral Elements

In 1974, Caravan released their live album titled Caravan & The New Symphonia under Deram Records. This album captures a unique concert experience recorded on October 28, 1973, at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in London. The band performed alongside a specially assembled 39-piece orchestra, conducted by Martyn Ford. This collaboration brought a rich orchestral texture to Caravan's progressive rock sound.

The Band and Its Members

The core lineup of Caravan during this performance consisted of Pye Hastings on guitar and vocals, Dave Sinclair on keyboards and synthesizer, John G. Perry on bass and vocals, Richard Coughlan on drums, and Geoffrey Richardson playing electric viola. Each member contributed to the band's distinctive sound, which blends rock with jazz and classical influences. The orchestral arrangements for this album were crafted by Martyn Ford, Simon Jeffs, John Bell, and Don Gould.

Production Details

Produced by David Hitchcock, the album features engineering work by Bill Price, Bob Harper, and Stephen Carter. The use of the Pye Mobile recording unit ensured high-quality sound capture during the live performance. This attention to detail in production allowed the intricate arrangements and the band's musicianship to shine through in the recording.

Musical Highlights

Among the extended symphonic rock arrangements featured on the album are "The Love in Your Eye," "Virgin on the Ridiculous," and "For Richard." These tracks illustrate the band's ability to weave complex melodies and rhythms, enhanced by the orchestral backdrop. The live setting adds an energetic atmosphere that is palpable throughout the recording.

Release Format

Caravan & The New Symphonia was released in the format of a vinyl LP, allowing listeners to experience the full audio quality typical of the era. The album's catalog number is SDL-R 12, and it continues to represent a unique intersection of rock and orchestral music.

The performance took place at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in London on October 28, 1973.

Tracklist

A1Introduction
Written-By, Arranged By – Simon Jeffs*
6:55
A2Mirror For The Day
Arranged By – Simon Jeffs*Written-By – Hastings*
4:19
A3The Love In Your Eye
Arranged By – Don GouldWritten-By – Sinclair*Written-By – Hastings*Written-By – Coughlan*
12:02
B1Virgin On The Ridiculous
Arranged By – John BellArranged By – Martyn FordWritten-By – Hastings*
6:53
B2For Richard
Arranged By – Simon Jeffs*Written-By – Sinclair*Written-By – Hastings*Written-By – Coughlan*Written-By – Sinclair*
13:48

Credits

  • Artwork, Photography By, Design – Three Men Went To Mow
  • Backing Vocals – Danny Street
  • Backing Vocals – Helen Chappelle
  • Backing Vocals – Liza Strike
  • Backing Vocals – Margot Newman
  • Backing Vocals – Robert Lindop
  • Backing Vocals – Tony Burrows
  • Backing Vocals – Vicki Brown
  • Bass Guitar, Vocals – John G. Perry
  • Bassoon, Contrabassoon – Stephen Maw
  • Cello – Colin Walker
  • Cello – Helen Liebmann
  • Cello – Lynden Cranham
  • Cello – Martin Robinson
  • Clarinet, Bass Clarinet – Michael Harris
  • Conductor – Martyn Ford
  • Design, Photography By – Three Men Went To Mow
  • Double Bass – Chris Laurence
  • Double Bass – Nick Worters
  • Drums – Richard Coughlan
  • Electric Piano, Organ, Synthesizer – Dave Sinclair*
  • Electric Viola – Geoffrey Richardson
  • Engineer [Assistant AIR London Studios] – Mike Sellers
  • Engineer [Assistant] – Neville Crozier
  • Engineer [Engineers] – Bob Harper
  • Engineer [Engineers] – Stephen Carter
  • Engineer [Recording], Engineer [AIR London Studios] – Bill Price
  • Flute, Alto Saxophone – Jimmy Hastings
  • Harp – Skaila Kanga
  • Horn – Mike Perton
  • Horn – Robin Davies
  • Horn – Ted Chance
  • Horn – Terry Johns
  • Lacquer Cut By – W
  • Oboe, Cor Anglais – Andrew Cauthery
  • Orchestra – The New Symphonia
  • Presenter [Exclusive Representation] – Terry King
  • Producer [Produced By] – David Hitchcock
  • Timbales, Congas, Performer [Flexitone], Tam-tam – Morris Pert
  • Timpani, Tambourine, Congas – Garry Kettell*
  • Trombone – Geoff Perkins
  • Trombone – Michael Crowther
  • Trombone – Paul Beer
  • Tuba – John Smith
  • Viola – Don McVay*
  • Viola – Jan Schlapp
  • Viola – Roger Chase
  • Viola – Tony Harris
  • Violin [First] – David Woodcock
  • Violin [First] – Liz Edwards*
  • Violin [First] – Godfrey Salmon
  • Violin [First] – Irvin Arditti*
  • Violin [First] – Jo Frohlich*
  • Violin [First] – Roy Gillard
  • Violin [First] – Wilf Gibson
  • Violin [Leader] – Richard Studt
  • Violin [Second] – Cathy Weiss
  • Violin [Second] – Dee Partridge
  • Violin [Second] – Gavyn Wright
  • Violin [Second] – Lucy Finch
  • Violin [Second] – Rita Eddowes
  • Violin [Second] – Robin Williams
  • Vocals, Guitar – Pye Hastings
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