John Williams Conducts Whistling Away the Dark from Darling Lili (Henry Mancini)

Whistling Away the Dark (from Darling Lili)
Conductor : John Williams
Composer : Henry Mancini
Vocals : Brian Stokes Mitchell

[MsWowzer]

I've had the opportunity of hearing him live in concert twice, and he is amazing! Some of the best time I've ever spent.

[haydenharris]

I’ve never heard of this man before, wow amazing. What lovely tone and breath control. The orchestra is magnificent.

[stottie]

Goodness. I've only ever heard Julie Andrews' version, but this is equally beautiful / haunting.

[haroldolt]

Often I think this sad old world is whistling in the dark.
Just like a child, who, late from school walks bravely
home through the park.
To keep their spirits soaring and keep the night at bay.
Neither quite knowing which way they are going, they sing
the shadows away,
Often I think my poor old heart has given up for good.
and then I see a brand new face, I glimpse some new
neighborhood.
So walk me back home, my darling, tell me dreams really come true.
Whistling whistling here in the dark with you.
Often I think my poor old heart has given up for good.
and then I see a brand new face, I glimpse some new
neighborhood.
So walk me back home, my darling, tell me dreams really come true.
Whistling whistling here in the dark with you.

[helnoftroy]

yes, beautiful new ver; only heard Julie Andrews ver.

[lukerogers]

Very beautiful...but the definitive version is by Johnny Mathis & Henry Mancini.

[MrMinowahiro]

Great version. Dick Haymes' version is also good.