Mario Lanza CD's, Interviews, Books and Rare Videos
Precious and Rare Memories of a Legendary Performer
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All items are available in a small, limited quantity and will not be re-ordered when depleted. You may order through us or the Mario Lanza Museum. Proceeds received by the Lanza Legend fund projects such as our newsletter and this web site, to help perpetuate and preserve Mario's voice. Proceeds received by the Mario Lanza Institute & Museum help fund scholarships for young aspiring singers, which was Mario's dream, and keep the Museum running. It's all for Mario!
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Behind Stage and Screen - Photo CD #3
300 Candid, Behind-the-Scenes,
at Work and Home
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This all photo CD from Damon Lanza Productions is a fine collection of assorted pictures from Lanza’s heyday with many of them focusing on behind the scenes and candid moments. It is indeed a wonderful opportunity to get to know the man behind that glorious voice.
Mario is seen with his lovely wife Betty and their four young children. Some of the shots come from family visits to the studio and were taken on or around the studio lot. Others come from vacations or when they were touring locations where Lanza’s concerts would be held.
These photos capture for posterity treasured moments of happy times.
Cost: $20.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
Voce 'E Notte
Two CD Set: The Interviews In His Own Words
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This two CD set features a variety of very interesting interviews done by Mario Lanza that encompass a period of ten years... roughly the time when he was at the height of his fame. The listener is given insight into the Lanza persona by way of candid conversations on a variety of topics ranging from the early days of his career to discussions about his films and his suppressed desire to sing on the stages of the world's great opera houses. Hear Mario interviewed with his first and best co-star, Kathryn Grayson, and his touching first meeting with the terminally ill child, Raphaela Fasano. We've included the Berlin interview with Zsa Zsa Gabor, the Ed Sullivan "Tribute" show following Mario's untimely passing, and many other rare recordings.
Cost: $20.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
Be My Love - A Celebration of Mario Lanza - Limited Copies
- Out of Print
A Book by Damon Lanza
and Bob Dolfi (Autographed)
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This book dares to be different than any other book ever written about Mario Lanza. It deals with the innuendoes and misconceptions that have plagued Mario's life. It finally sets the record straight. This book, unlike the "other's" to-date, has thoroughly researched Mario's personal life and has documented proof of these findings.
"Be My Love" puts an end to the Mafia conspiracy theory and the insinuations about doctors and nurses disappearing from Mario's hospital. There are no innuendoes of any kind, just the plain truth that these stories never happened.
We asked Ms. Kathryn Grayson, Mr. Al Martino, Ms. Elaine Malbin and Mr. Enrico DiGiuseppe and many others who knew Mario to write something for our book. "Be My Love" includes many stories, newspaper accounts and rare photos which no other book can offer.
We know you will enjoy this different and interesting book because not only was it written with love and respect for Mario Lanza, but it is truthful and well documented.
Cost: $40.00 + $5.00 Shipping USA ($9.00 International).
With A Song in My Heart: Mario Lanza Pictorial Lyric Book
50
of His favorite Songs by the Lanza Legend Team
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At first glance you may have thought that "With A Song In My Heart" was just another lyric book. Not so! The source of this Mario Lanza lyric book comes directly from his personal archives, as do the pictures we have provided with each song page. We have included translations for those songs Mario sang in a language other than English. We have also included Lanza Legend Trivia to give you some insight into the song, the picture and/or what was going on in Mario's life at the time. All these factors make Mario's Lyric Book unique.
This project is also special because profits from the sales will help support the Mario Lanza Institute scholarships awarded each year at the Mario Lanza Ball in Philadelphia to aspiring young singers. This was Mario's dream and we are proud to be part of it.
Cost: $20.00 + $5.00 Shipping USA ($8.00 International)
Through Maria's Eyes, Mario Lanza - A Mother's View
A Booklet by Family Friend, Bob Dolfi
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"Many fans have asked me tons of questions about Mario's parents, Antonio and Maria Cocozza. ... I learned first hand how Mario and Betty's death affected Maria and Tony. I learned and saw how much pain Maria especially had to endure to 'set the record straight' about her son. ..." She never gave up.
This booklet is my tribute to Mario's champion, his mother Maria, my mentor. I wanted to share my thoughts, experiences and some personal photos with the fans who love Mario.
Cost: $12.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International)
Mario Lanza, una voce - una artista
A Book by Eddy Lovaglio
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Ms. Eddy Lovaglio's book is the first to be written and published in Italy. According to Professor Sandro Sticca, who wrote the Forward and will be translating the book into English, "una voce - una artista" reflects "the artistic and existential life of Mario Lanza. A magnificent intellectual undertaking, Lovaglia's book is a mine of information, the definitive artistic and musical biography on Mario Lanza. Her book is an encyclopedic opus which every future biography or study on Mario Lanza will have to consult."
You may purchase this book through the Mario Lanza Museum by calling 215-238-9691 or email mariolanzamuseum@aol.com
Have You Ever Heard of Mario Lanza?
A Book by Eimei
Hayano
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Mr. Eimei Hayano's book is the first to be written and published in Japan. Although written entirely in Japanese, this is a must for every true Lanza collector to have for their collection. Accompanying each book is an Epilogue written in English by the author. Visit our site's "Newsletter - News and Events" section to view the Epilogue.
You may purchase this book through the Mario Lanza Museum by calling 215-238-9691 or email mariolanzamuseum@aol.com
Children of Hollywood
A Book by Michelle Vogel
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Some time in 2004, Michelle Vogel approached Damon Lanza to ask him if he would be interested in being a part of her book project called "Children of Hollywood." Damon agreed ! Now the book is almost finished and it's a beauty. In fact, Damon was the very first one to be asked to participate and the first one to submit his story. Damon gave a heartwarming remembrance of his childhood days through to adulthood. Being the only living son of Mario Lanza and the best ambassador to Mario's legacy, Damon brings the reader through the fun times in Italy and the sometimes turbulent years that followed.
This book is available at www.amazon.com.
Magic Moments with Mario Lanza
A Book by Elsie Sword and Joan Marsden
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Two young Mario Lanza fans from England reminisce about their personal experiences meeting the great tenor. Attending his concerts and visiting with him personally in London and Rome, they discuss his warm personality, wonderful sense of humour and love of family and fans. Upon arriving at the Rome train station he greeted them with: "My girls from England...mamma mia." Their stories about Mario "the man" and his interaction with them results in very enjoyable reading.
You may purchase this book through the Friends of Mario Lanza fan club, Rugby, England. Email the F.O.M.L. president Angela Moore at amoremarlan@aol.com
Non Ti Scordar di Me - Video #2 Unavailable
Rare Footage Available on Two Video (sold separately)
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We are very fortunate to have Mario's eleven-year career depicted on these two rare videos. On Volume One you will see such moments as Mario at the very first drive-in movie in Italy, his Rome funeral, Mario leaving Las Vegas, Shower of Stars, home movies of Mario in Palm Springs and much more.
On Volume Two, you will hear Conductor Constantine Callinicos speak of Mario's Command Performance for the Queen, see several film trailers, Philadelphia's Legionnaire's Parade, the London Palladium concert and much more.
These videos took many years to finally piece together. The only two places in the world where these videos may be legally purchased is here and at the Mario Lanza Museum. The cost is well worth the investment for such rare gems as these. Thanks to Clyde Smith for putting all the material together.
Cost:Volumes 1 & 2 sold separately, $25.00 each (Shipping included).
Vincenzo La Scola: Arrivederci Roma - Il Mio Omaggio A Mario Lanza
- Unavailable
By Tenor Vincenzo La Scola
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This is tenor Vincenzo La Scola's best CD tribute (his "homage") to Mario Lanza. There are 16 tracks of all Lanza songs such as "With A Song In My Heart", "This Land", "Serenade" and "Vesti La Giubba" just to name a few. Vincenzo also does some speaking about Mario in between his songs and includes some trivia as well. This is a wonderful, loving tribute by Vincenzo to a man and voice he holds in high esteem, Mario Lanza!
You may purchase this CD by emailing vincenzolascola@libero.it
Mario Lanza - Singing to the Gods
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The book Mario Lanza "Singing to the Gods" may be purchased at the Mario Lanza Museum located at 712 Montrose Street, Philadelphia, Pa. 19147. Visit the Museum or phone them at 215 238-9691. You may also email them at mariolanzamuseum@aol.com
One Love of Mine
With Kathryn Grayson
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This CD is very unique. It has Mario and the great Ms. Kathryn Grayson in their best duets ever sung from two of the greatest singers in the world. In addition to the duets you will hear an interview they did in promoting their first movie together. What makes this so unique is the fact that for the very first time, you will hear Kathryn Grayson speaking on this CD. A very rare CD to say the least.
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
Memories: Where It All Began - Discontinued
Vintage Recordings: 1945-1951
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These vintage songs and arias can best be described as rare. Dating as far back as 1945, in a little studio with only a piano, you will hear Mario laugh, sing and speak. Includes the Love Duet from Othello, and "Your Eyes Have Told Me So." And for the first time, hear Mario's father Tony Cocozza speak about his son.
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
Coca~Cola Shows
15 CD Boxed Set
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In the Coca~Cola 15 CD box set with brochure, we eliminated all the guest singers and instrumentals, leaving only Mario and the original announcer describing each aria and song. As an added bonus, we've included Mario's mother, Maria, singing 4 arias. Damon does a superb narration. Included are rare outtakes that we think you will really enjoy.
Cost (15 CD set): $150.00 + $10.00 S/H USA ($15.00 International).
The Lord's Prayer
His Earliest Recordings: 1940-1948
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This collection of rare Mario Lanza material takes us back to his earliest known recordings and also includes his RCA test recordings as well as some radio appearances. Hear the Lanza voice in it's infancy, when he had just begun his vocal studies; some very amusing banter between Mario and the irrepressable Charlie McCarthy; and an incredibly beautiful rendition of The Lord's Prayer.
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
I'll Walk With God
The Later Years: 1955-1959
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This compilation includes unreleased outtakes from Mario Lanza's last three films and several selections from two of his last albums made in 1959. His voice was more mature here than in the days of "The Great Caruso;" a more vibrant and powerful instrument with rock solid, spine chilling high notes. Hear unused takes from "Serenade," "The Seven Hills of Rome," and "For the First Time," among others.
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
If You Were Mine
Home Rehearsals, Private Recordings and More: 1945-1953
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This CD compilation contains some extraordinary material, most of which is being released for the first time. Featured are extended selections and outtakes from the pre-recording sessions of four of Mario Lanza's films, private recordings, home rehearsal performances and some alternate takes of his RCA recordings. Another interesting item is the recording of "Happy Birthday," where Lanza joins Rise Stevens and four of his fellow newly signed Red Seal artists in saluting RCA head David Sarnoff.
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
Guardian Angels
Raw Recordings, Radio Shows and Rehearsals: 1951-1959
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This collection of Mario Lanza material offers the listener a chance to hear the "raw" recordings from some of his albums before the chorus was added, and also some radio show selections and rehearsal recordins that are being released for the first time on CD. Includes the "Lanza only" portion of the album "Lanza on Broadway," his most criticized release for the later inclusion of it's chorus tracks. Now you can compare these "raw" recordings with the released version.
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
Hollywood Bowl
Music From the Classic Venue: 1947-1949
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On this CD compilation we have selections from all three of Mario's Hollywood Bowl performances. Fortunately, all of the concerts were either broadcast live or recorded for later broadcast so that the surviving acetates from which this collection was made could preserve these historical treasures. Mario was in magnificent voice, and MGM head Louis B. Mayer signed him to a contract the day after hearing his Bowl performance. It was a turning point in Lanza's career, moving him away from what many considered his rightful place in the opera world.
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
For
You Alone
MGM Audtions, Unreleased RCA Recordings: 1946-1950
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In this wonderful collection of Mario Lanza material we find some real treasures including his audition recordings for MGM, outtakes from his first film, unreleased RCA recordings and some truly fine radio appearances. Hear duets with Kathryn Grayson singing "Lucia di Lammermoor" and an outtake from "One Love of Mine." Included is the only known recording of "The Bel Canto Trio."
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
Golden Days
From ABC Radio's "The Celenese Hours" - 1945-1946
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In October of 1945, young, budding tenor Mario Lanza was approached by ABC Radio to occaisionally stand in for Jan Peerce on "The Celenese Hour: Great Moments in Music." Mario performed on just six of those programs; they are presented here in chronological order and contain all of his works on these historically important "live" broadcasts.
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
One
Alone
Films, Singles and Holiday Songs: 1955-1959
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Selections include a number of songs recorded for the films "Serenade," "The Seven Hills of Rome," "For The First Time," "Student Prince" and "Vagabond King," among others. Also included are the 1957 singles "Loveliest Night of the Year" and "Arrivederci Roma" (in English with Italian intro) and three selections from "Lanza Sings Christmas Carols."
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
Serenade
From ABC Radio's "The Celenese Hours" - 1945-1946
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In October of 1945, young, budding tenor Mario Lanza was approached by ABC Radio to occaisionally stand in for Jan Peerce on "The Celense Hour: Great Moments in Music." Mario performed on just six of those programs; they are presented here in chronological order and contain all of his works on these historically important "live" broadcasts.
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
All The Things You Are
Films, Singles and Holiday Songs: 1955-1959
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Selections include a number of songs recorded for the films "Serenade," "The Seven Hills of Rome," "For The First Time," "Student Prince" and "Vagabond King," among others. Also included are the 1957 singles "Loveliest Night of the Year" and "Arrivederci Roma" (in English with Italian intro) and three selections from "Lanza Sings Christmas Carols."
Cost: $17.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
That Midnight Kiss & Toast of New Orleans
A NEW
2-Disc DVD by Warner Home Video
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Now you can watch Mario Lanza's first two movies, That Midnight Kiss and Toast of New Orleans, on a newly remastered, double feature DVD. These movies also feature Miss Kathryn Grayson who became a close, family friend to Betty and Mario and who remains close to Damon Lanza, Mario's son, until today. Each movie includes an additional trailer.
Please purchase this DVD through the Mario Lanza Museum by calling 215-238-9691 or email mariolanzamuseum@aol.com
Mario Frangoulis Sings Mario Lanza - Passione
By tenor Mario Frangoulis
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Passione is a lovely tribute cd to Mario Lanza by tenor Mario Frangoulis.
His first tribute to Mario Lanza was a sold-out concert in Greece, September
2006. We were honored to be asked to write a few words for the cd insert.
There's a splendid mixture of songs, arias and duets. You'll recognize
6 songs from Lanza's Mario! album, such as Comme Facette Mammeta,
Fenesta che lucive and Passione to name a few, plus favorites
such as Core 'ngrato and Non ti scordar di me. The songs
run the emotional gamut.
Mario Frangoulis' love of Mario Lanza is evident with each song he sings
and the insert is a treat filled with beautiful words, pictures and
song lyrics.
Cost: $25.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
Mario's Song - One Song Only CD - Limited
Edition
Written by Bob Dolfi and Performed by Aaron Caruso
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This commemorative CD contains one song. It is the first official song written and dedicated to Mario Lanza. "Mario's Song" debuted at the 2007 Mario Lanza Ball in Philadelphia to an appreciative audience of his fans.
Cost: $10.00 + $3.00 Shipping USA ($5.00 International).
Official Mario Lanza Stamps
1st Issue August 2007 (August 22nd)
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Stamp 1 - Mario recording at the studio
The offical Mario Lanza Stamps are the first of its kind ever. There are a limited number affixed to our Lanza Legend envelopes, postmarked and stamped, authenticating its first issue date of August 2007.
A Certificate of Authenticity accompanies only postmarked, stamped
envelopes.
You may also purchase 3 different loose stamps: Mario as Pinkerton,
Canio or at the Studio.
There are 5 stamps to choose from: Mario dressed as Pinkerton; Mario recording at the Studio; Mario in Army uniform saluting; Mario in Tuxedo singing; Mario as Canio. They're all great!
Cost: $5.00 each for Postmarked/Stamped envelopes + $1 Mailing USA
($2 Internationl)
Cost: $3.00 each for Loose stamps + $1 for mailing USA ($2 International)
Official Mario Lanza Stamps
1st Issue August 2007 (August 22nd)
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Stamp 2 - Mario dressed as Pinkerton
May be ordered on a postmarked, stamped envelope or as a loose stamp.
See Stamp 1 for details.
Official Mario Lanza Stamps
1st Issue August 2007 (August 31st)
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Stamp 3 - Mario in Army uniform saluting
May be ordered on a postmarked, stamped envelope (as above) or as a loose stamp.
See Stamp 1 for details.
Official Mario Lanza Stamps
1st Issue August 2007 (August 22nd)
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Stamp 4 - Mario in tuxedo singing
Available on postmarked, stamped envelope only.
See Stamp 1 for details.
Official Mario Lanza Stamps
1st Issue August 2007 (August 22nd)
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Stamp 5 - Mario as Canio
May be ordered on postmarked, stamped envelope or as a loose stamp.
See Stamp 1 for details.
THINK MARIO!
"Mario Lanza Brings Good People Together." - Bob Dolfi
