Happy Canada Day!

 

I am Canadian! I am a proud Canuck but I am only showcasing 1 patriotic song which should do just fine. It’s freebie week over at Monday Music Moves Me and so, let’s get on with the show…

1. NORTHWEST PASSAGE SUNG BY STAN ROGERS-1981

This song is a standard for Canada and Stan sings this a cappella. It’s all about his journey across Canada.

2. SLEIGH RIDE IN JULY SUNG BY JULIE LONDON-1956

I am showcasing this chanteuse every month singing a song about the month of July. It was written by Jimmy Van Heusen and Johnny Burke and it’s a nice song that Julie sings in her own inimitable way.

3. COME BOYS SUNG BY ANN BLYTH-1954

Yes, the name of this song could mean so many things and could be sung by the Village People, but I am straying. Why do I choose this song? The pretty and petite Ann Blyth, known for her role as the viper brat in the film, “Mildred Pierce”, died last week at the age of 98. She is one of the last of the classic stars of Hollywood and I first saw her in the film, “The Student Prince.” I love her voice and wanted to show how wonderful she sounded during the waning years of the Hollywood musical. The song was written by Sigmund Romberg and I think she does a great job.

Happy Canada Day!