Themes and Songs from The Quiet Man

Background

Victor Young was chosen to compose the score for the film “The Quiet Man” and the actual soundtrack included several traditional Irish airs. This album however mainly has Young’s own compositions for the film. Throughout the movie, the tune “Isle of Innisfree” is heard on many occasions and Decca Records decided to include Bing Crosby’s recording of it to add commercial appeal and they also added Crosby’s huge hit from 1947 “Galway Bay” for the same reason.

Reception

Billboard liked it, saying inter alia: “Here is album to gladden the heart of those who have a sentimental attachment for the “Old Sod,” as well as many others. It contains some lovely, melodic and spirited new tunes written for the John Ford flick “The Quiet Man”. In addition, set contains three old favorites “Galway Bay” and “The Isle of Innisfree,” both of which are sung by Bing Crosby, and “I’ll Take You Home Again Kathleen.”…. With the impact of the movie this set could be a salable item. Cover and back liner are attractive.” The retail rating was 77 (out of 100).

Track listing for 10" LP

All orchestral music on the album was supplied by Victor Young and His Orchestra and recorded in March 1951 except where marked. All of the music was composed by Victor Young except tracks 3, 6 and 7.

Side 1

Side 2