'Moon River' by Henry Mancini | String Quartet Cover

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"Moon River" by Henri Mancini from the movie “Breakfast at Tiffany’s".
The perfect wedding music for your special day!

“Moon River” is one of the greatest music works of the renowned composer Henry Mancini, which now continues to be an all-time favorite for generations of different ages.
Back in 1960, the first recording of the song was made by Mancini and his orchestra and after that became part of the movie industry. Originally written for Audrey Hepburn and performed in 1961 in the great film “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”, the song has won worldwide popularity for years to come. “Moon River” was also performed by the great Frank Sinatra, whose velvety voice gave a unique sound to the already exceptional tune. Later on, the song was awarded the prestigious Academy Award for Best Original Song and a Grammy Award for Song of the Year.

Audrey Hepburn’s performance stays one of the most iconic images in modern cinema and there is no one who cannot recognize the initial accords of the “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” theme song. The well-known melody of “Moon River” is just as recognizable in its cover version of instrumental played with a violin as the sung versions of it. Although this great tune was first performed by Mrs. Hepburn, the song was also part of Jerry Butler’s and Frank Sinatra’s repertoire and became a staple in their singing carriers.

Even though the 50s were already being taken over by rock and roll, Henry Mancini and Frank Sinatra’s performance of the tune managed to give new life to jazz music and kept it interesting and favored amongst the broader audience. Later on, the song had many covers made by different artists throughout the years. This undoubtedly makes the “Moon River” nowadays a preferred choice for every event that strives to provide a sophisticated atmosphere yet keep a light-hearted mood.

“Moon River” enchants with flowing and romantic music that brings feelings of nostalgia and long forgotten memories, however, it also brings warmth and melts the heart as the notes flow into a beautiful melody. The track is around three minutes long and can be played by a solo violin in d major. Mancini and the songwriter Johnny Mercer were greatly inspired for the piece by the South and Mark Twain’s character, Huckleberry Finn, and therefore this makes it easy for the listener to submerge himself into the spirit of Mississippi while listening.

The Prima-Quartet is a classical string quartet formed by two violins, viola, and a cello, which is specialized in performing music at different events. The dedicated musicians will for sure present you with the finest quality of music and will make for a great ambiance at your event. Therefore, celebrating the important things in your life with the live music performed by the Prima String Quartet can bring the finest touch to every occasion.

The Prima String quartet can also be part of your wedding party or church ceremony, your business event or even take part in a presentation of your choice. The flexibility of the musicians makes it possible for you to choose from covers of more recent popular songs to all-time favorite classics. Whatever the occasion is, you can be sure that details such as a live music performance will be long remembered so let yourself and your guests be enchanted by the Prima String Quartet.

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