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Lillian Russell - Come Down Ma Evenin' Star

Lillian Russell – Come Down Ma Evenin' Star

Lillian Russell's only recording, from 1912. During the production of Twirly Whirly, composer John Stromberg delayed giving her her solo for several days, saying it wasn't ready. When he committed suicide a few days before the first rehearsal, the sheet music for "Come Down Ma Evenin' Star" was found in his pocket. It became Lillian Russell's signature song.

Lillian Russell was one of the "big names" in operetta. She starred in Gilbert and Sullivan, Offenbach, the New York run of Dorothy, and, in the early 20th century, in musicals, reviews, burlesques, and various other comedies. This is her only recording.

A transcription of the lyrics is forthcoming.

Nominate and support. Shoemaker's Holiday (talk) 06:32, 22 September 2008 (UTC)[reply]
Wish there was a little less static, but the quality of the voice might be compromised if more is taken out. Other than that reservation, support. Ncmvocalist (talk) 09:08, 22 September 2008 (UTC)[reply]
Support. Regardless of available sound quality due to age, this is a notable recording with a fascinating story. Vassyana (talk) 16:01, 12 October 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Promoted Lillian Russell - Come Down Ma Evenin' Star.ogg. --MZMcBride (talk) 17:00, 12 October 2008 (UTC)[reply]