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For the recording of “The Family Way” soundtrack, producer and arranger George Martin hired some session musicians, which were given the name “George Martin Orchestra” or “George Martin and his orchestra“. The full list of those musicians is unknown, but Steve Turner, in the book “Beatles ’66“, gives some names:
Martin then subjected the composition to enough repeats, variations, and restatements to fill out twenty-four minutes of a recording. This was later recorded at CTS Studios over three days by the George Martin Orchestra (actually a collection of session musicians including Neville Marriner and Raymond Keenlyside on violins, John Underwood on viola, and Joy Hall on cello), but Paul took the composer’s credit.
From “Beatles ’66” by Steve Turner, 2016
Last updated on December 30, 2022
Sessions
Early December 1966 • Songs recorded during this session appear on The Family Way - Original Soundtrack Recording (2011)
Recording "Love In The Open Air / Theme From The Family Way"
Dec 15, 1966 • Songs recorded during this session appear on Love In The Open Air / Theme From "The Family Way"
Albums, EPs & singles by George Martin Orchestra
Albums, EPs & singles which George Martin Orchestra contributed to
Love In The Open Air / Theme From "The Family Way" (UK)
By The Tudor Minstrels • 7" Single
Contribution: Performed by • 2 songs
Love In The Open Air / Theme From "The Family Way"
By George Martin Orchestra • 7" Single
Contribution: Performed by • 2 songs
The Family Way - Original Soundtrack Recording (Stereo - UK)
By Paul McCartney • Official album
Contribution: Performed by • 13 songs
The Family Way - Original Soundtrack Recording (Mono - UK)
By Paul McCartney • Official album
Contribution: Performed by • 13 songs
The Family Way - Original Soundtrack Recording (Mono - US)
By Paul McCartney • Official album
Contribution: Performed by • 13 songs
The Family Way - Original Soundtrack Recording (Stereo - US)
By Paul McCartney • Official album
Contribution: Performed by • 13 songs
Love In The Open Air / Theme From "The Family Way" (US)
By The Tudor Minstrels • 7" Single
Contribution: Performed by • 2 songs
The Family Way / Theme For Jenny (Japan)
By Paul McCartney • 7" Single
Contribution: Performed by • 2 songs
The Family Way - Original Soundtrack Recording (2003)
By Paul McCartney • Official album
Contribution: Performed by • 13 songs
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