{"product_id":"virgil-fox-the-entertainer-lp-082626","title":"Virgil Fox - The Entertainer - LP","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e RCA Red Seal, RCA Corporation, RCA Records, Century II Concert Hall, Wichita, KS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog number:\u003c\/strong\u003e ARL1-0666\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e US\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVirgil Fox’s The Entertainer offers an intriguing fusion of classical organ performance with elements drawn from jazz and ragtime, making for a listening experience that bridges traditional and popular styles. Fox, known for his flamboyant approach, delivers a set that includes spirited takes on \"Maple Leaf Rag\" and \"The Star-Spangled Banner,\" alongside \"Pomp And Circumstance March No. 1\" and other pieces that showcase his ability to bring a theatrical flair to the organ repertoire. The album’s artwork by Carl S. Packer hints at the lively personality Fox brings to these interpretations, while the engineering by Bernard Keville ensures clarity in the sound. This 1974 vinyl pressing on RCA Red Seal offers a solid window into Fox’s unique blend of focused listening and accessible performance. Produced by Peter Dellheim, it holds up well with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/blogs\/news\/how-we-grade-vinyl-records-at-the-den\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVG++\u003c\/a\u003e grade, meaning the vinyl retains a glossy finish with only minor, nearly imperceptible surface markings that won’t interfere with playback. It’s a neat example of how a classical artist can step outside the expected without losing musical integrity—proof that even the most stately organ can enjoy a little ragtime mischief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection data-track-listing=\"true\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrack listing \u0026amp; samples\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVirgil Fox - The Entertainer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Star-Spangled Banner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHail, Hail, The Gang's All Here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Entertainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoulade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLondonderry Air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaple Leaf Rag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide B\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariations On \"America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePomp And Circumstance March No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJig\" Fugue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embeds\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-YmtfJONNDk\" allowfullscreen loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Den Vinyl","offers":[{"title":"VG++ \/ VG+ \/ 1974","offer_id":54024168046908,"sku":"DEN00000231","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/NS03ODg5LmpwZWc.jpg?v=1787762225","url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/products\/virgil-fox-the-entertainer-lp-082626","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}