Al Goodman And His Orchestra – South Pacific Hits

 Year/Genre: 1949 oldies 
Matrix #: RCA Victor – 52-0022
Condition: Overall, Very Good, some static. Blue Vinyl. 

Description: New York–based bandleader Al Goodman was known for his orchestral renditions of Broadway scores, and this early 45 RPM release features highlights from Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific, which debuted on stage that same year. Issued on blue transparent vinyl as part of RCA Victor’s promotion of the new 45 format, this record bridges the gap between home listening and the American musical theater boom. Goodman’s arrangements brought Broadway to the living room, reflecting postwar America’s appetite for sophisticated, orchestrated entertainment in a rapidly modernizing media landscape.

Price Suggestions based on Matrix #:
NM: $15–$18
VG+: $10–$12
VG: $6–$8
G: $4–$5

6/26/25