Robert Shaw - This Is My Country (1963) Vinyl LP • Patriotic, America, Anthem

Catalog Number: LM-2662

Record Grading: Excellent (EX), Sleeve Grading: Very Good (VG)

Condition Details:

Lyric insert included. Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges, discoloration (front/back); light-scuffing on front, heavier on back. Inner-sleeve is original (RCA ads, credits). Spine is easy-to-read with mild-wear (crooked). Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Bottom-edge partially unglued. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

• Battle Hymn Of The Republic
• America
• America The Beautiful
• Columbia The Gem Of The Ocean
• God Bless America
• Medley: Revolutionary War, Yankee Doodle, Chester
• Medley: Civil War South, Bonnie, Blue Flag, Lorena, Dixie
• Medley: Civil War North, Battle Cry Of Freedom, Tenting On The Old Camp Ground, When Johnny Comes Marching Home
• Medley: Service Songs, Marines Hymn, Anchors Aweigh, Air Force (Into The Wild Blue Yonder), Caissons Go Rolling Along
• Star Spangled Banner

About The Record:

This Is My Country, by Robert Shaw, released in 1993, is a choral masterpiece performed by the Robert Shaw Chorale, celebrating American patriotism through a collection of traditional and folk songs. It features stirring arrangements of pieces like America the Beautiful and Battle Hymn of the Republic, showcasing Shaw’s signature precision and emotional depth in choral conducting. Historically significant for its release during a period of renewed national pride post-Cold War, the album reflects Shaw’s dedication to preserving American musical heritage. No singles from the album charted as hits, as it was primarily a classical and choral work not aimed at commercial radio. The recording remains a benchmark for choral ensembles, emphasizing unity and national identity through music.