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Study Guide: The Song 'Mam'selle': History and Recordings

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The Song 'Mam'selle': History and Recordings Study Guide

Genesis and Composition

The musical composition "Mam'selle" depicts an encounter with an elderly, married woman.

Answer: False

Explanation: The source material indicates that "Mam'selle" refers to a young, unmarried woman, not an elderly or married one, and the narrative involves a rendezvous, not a description of an elderly married individual.

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Edmund Goulding composed both the music and the lyrics for the song "Mam'selle."

Answer: False

Explanation: Edmund Goulding is credited with composing the music for "Mam'selle," while the lyrics were written by Mack Gordon.

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The musical composition "Mam'selle" was first introduced in the 1947 film "The Razor's Edge."

Answer: True

Explanation: The source material confirms that the musical composition "Mam'selle" made its initial appearance in the 1947 cinematic production titled "The Razor's Edge."

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Tyrone Power performed a vocal rendition of "Mam'selle" in its initial cinematic presentation.

Answer: False

Explanation: While Tyrone Power starred in "The Razor's Edge," the source indicates he did not perform a singing role for "Mam'selle" in that film.

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The musical composition "Mam'selle" is characterized in the source material as a cheerful and upbeat musical piece.

Answer: False

Explanation: The source material describes "Mam'selle" as a bittersweet song, not cheerful and upbeat.

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What is the principal thematic element conveyed by the song "Mam'selle"?

Answer: A bittersweet story about a rendezvous with a young, unmarried woman.

Explanation: The principal theme of "Mam'selle" is a bittersweet narrative concerning a rendezvous with a young, unmarried woman, consistent with the term's meaning.

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Who is credited with authoring the lyrics for the song "Mam'selle"?

Answer: Mack Gordon

Explanation: Mack Gordon is credited with writing the lyrics for the musical composition "Mam'selle," while Edmund Goulding composed the music.

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In which cinematic production did "Mam'selle" make its inaugural appearance?

Answer: The Razor's Edge

Explanation: The song "Mam'selle" was first featured in the 1947 film "The Razor's Edge."

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Which actor starred in the film "The Razor's Edge," which featured "Mam'selle"?

Answer: Tyrone Power

Explanation: Tyrone Power was the lead actor in the 1947 film "The Razor's Edge," which featured the musical composition "Mam'selle."

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the original film presentation of "Mam'selle"?

Answer: It was presented with French lyrics and an instrumental version.

Explanation: The original film presentation of "Mam'selle" in "The Razor's Edge" included both French lyrics and an instrumental version.

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The 1947 Phenomenon

During 1947, "Mam'selle" achieved significant chart success, with multiple recordings reaching the top ten positions.

Answer: False

Explanation: Contrary to the statement, "Mam'selle" was highly popular in 1947, with five different recordings achieving top ten status on the Billboard charts.

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Art Lund's rendition of "Mam'selle" attained the number one position on the Billboard charts.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source material indicates that Art Lund's rendition of "Mam'selle" achieved the number one position on the Billboard charts.

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Dick Haymes' recording of "Mam'selle" achieved a higher peak chart position than Art Lund's version.

Answer: False

Explanation: Dick Haymes' recording of "Mam'selle" peaked at number 4, while Art Lund's recording reached number 1, indicating Lund's version peaked higher.

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Frank Sinatra's 1947 recording of "Mam'selle" remained on the Billboard charts for a duration exceeding two weeks.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra's 1947 recording of "Mam'selle" charted for four weeks, not merely two.

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Dennis Day's recording of "Mam'selle" did not reach the top 5 on the Billboard charts.

Answer: False

Explanation: Dennis Day's recording of "Mam'selle" peaked at number 8 on the Billboard charts, not within the top 5.

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The Pied Pipers' rendition of "Mam'selle" was on the Billboard charts for a duration other than 10 weeks.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Pied Pipers' version of "Mam'selle" charted for 4 weeks, not 10.

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Art Lund's recording of "Mam'selle" was not released by Columbia Records.

Answer: False

Explanation: Art Lund's recording of "Mam'selle" was released by MGM Records, not Columbia Records.

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Frank Sinatra's 1947 recording did not reach #1 on the Billboard Best Seller chart.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra's 1947 recording of "Mam'selle" reached #6 on the Billboard Best Seller chart and #1 on the Billboard Jockey chart.

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How many distinct recordings of "Mam'selle" achieved top ten status on the charts during 1947?

Answer: Five

Explanation: In 1947, "Mam'selle" achieved considerable commercial success, evidenced by five distinct recordings reaching the top ten positions on the music charts, signifying its widespread popularity.

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Which of the following artists was NOT among those whose recordings of "Mam'selle" reached the top ten charts in 1947?

Answer: Frankie Laine

Explanation: Art Lund, Dennis Day, and Dick Haymes all had top ten hits with "Mam'selle" in 1947. Frankie Laine's recording did not reach the top ten that year.

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What was the highest chart position attained by Art Lund's recording of "Mam'selle"?

Answer: #1

Explanation: Art Lund's rendition of "Mam'selle" achieved the number one position on the Billboard charts.

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According to Billboard chart data, what was the peak position for Dick Haymes' rendition of "Mam'selle"?

Answer: Number 4

Explanation: Dick Haymes' version of "Mam'selle" peaked at the number 4 position on the Billboard charts.

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For Frank Sinatra's 1947 recording of "Mam'selle," what were the two distinct chart positions it achieved?

Answer: #6 on Best Seller, #1 on Jockey

Explanation: In 1947, Frank Sinatra's recording of "Mam'selle" reached #6 on the Billboard Best Seller chart and #1 on the Billboard Jockey chart.

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What was the peak chart position for Dennis Day's 1947 recording of "Mam'selle"?

Answer: #8

Explanation: Dennis Day's recording of "Mam'selle" peaked at the number 8 position on the Billboard charts.

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The Pied Pipers' version of "Mam'selle" debuted on the Billboard charts in early May 1947 and reached what peak position?

Answer: #9

Explanation: The Pied Pipers' version of "Mam'selle" debuted on the Billboard charts in early May 1947 and peaked at the number 9 position.

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Notable Recordings and Artists

Frank Sinatra re-recorded "Mam'selle" subsequent to its initial 1947 release.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra recorded "Mam'selle" again in 1960 for his album "Nice 'n' Easy."

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Frankie Laine did not record a country music version of "Mam'selle."

Answer: False

Explanation: Frankie Laine recorded a jazz version of "Mam'selle," which featured a notable vibe solo by Lou Singer.

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Lou Singer performed a notable saxophone solo on Frankie Laine's recording of "Mam'selle."

Answer: False

Explanation: Lou Singer performed a notable vibraphone solo, not a saxophone solo, on Frankie Laine's recording of "Mam'selle."

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The R&B ensemble The Ravens released "Mam'selle" as an "A"-side single in 1952.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Ravens released "Mam'selle" as the "A"-side of their 1952 single on Okeh Records.

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Vocal Spectrum, a barbershop quartet, included "Mam'selle" on their debut compact disc.

Answer: True

Explanation: Vocal Spectrum, the 2006 Barbershop Harmony Society quartet champions, recorded an arrangement of "Mam'selle" on their debut CD.

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The vocal ensemble The Four Freshmen featured "Mam'selle" on their 1955 album titled "Four Freshmen And Five Trombones."

Answer: True

Explanation: The Four Freshmen included "Mam'selle" on their 1955 album, "Four Freshmen And Five Trombones."

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The Hi-Lo's released their rendition of "Mam'selle" in a year other than 1955.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Hi-Lo's released their version of "Mam'selle" in 1956 on their album "On Hand."

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Johnny Hartman's 1959 album featuring "Mam'selle" was not titled "Nice 'n' Easy."

Answer: False

Explanation: Johnny Hartman's 1959 album featuring "Mam'selle" was titled "And I Thought About You," not "Nice 'n' Easy."

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Ed Townsend released his rendition of "Mam'selle" in 1959.

Answer: True

Explanation: Ed Townsend released his version of "Mam'selle" in 1959 on his album "New In Town."

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Andy Williams did not record "Mam'selle" for his 1962 album "French Style."

Answer: False

Explanation: Andy Williams recorded "Mam'selle" for his 1960 album "Under Paris Skies," not his 1962 album "French Style."

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Dean Martin's 1962 album featuring "Mam'selle" was not titled "Under Paris Skies."

Answer: False

Explanation: Dean Martin's 1962 album featuring "Mam'selle" was titled "French Style," not "Under Paris Skies."

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The John Pizzarelli trio recorded "Mam'selle" on their 1996 album "After Hours."

Answer: True

Explanation: The John Pizzarelli trio included "Mam'selle" on their 1996 album titled "After Hours."

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Dick Haymes re-recorded "Mam'selle" for a 1997 compilation album.

Answer: True

Explanation: Dick Haymes re-recorded "Mam'selle" for the 1997 compilation album "The Very Best Of Dick Haymes."

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On which album did Frank Sinatra re-record "Mam'selle" in 1960?

Answer: Nice 'n' Easy

Explanation: Frank Sinatra re-recorded "Mam'selle" in 1960 for his album titled "Nice 'n' Easy."

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What distinctive musical element was highlighted in Frankie Laine's jazz interpretation of "Mam'selle"?

Answer: A distinctive vibe solo performed by Lou Singer.

Explanation: Frankie Laine's jazz rendition of "Mam'selle" is particularly noted for a vibraphone solo executed by the musician Lou Singer.

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The R&B ensemble The Ravens released "Mam'selle" in 1952 on which record label?

Answer: Okeh Records

Explanation: The Ravens released "Mam'selle" in 1952 on Okeh Records, catalog number 6888.

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Which artist's recording of "Mam'selle" was featured on the 1959 album "And I Thought About You"?

Answer: Johnny Hartman

Explanation: Johnny Hartman's 1959 album featuring "Mam'selle" was titled "And I Thought About You."

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Dean Martin included "Mam'selle" on his 1962 album titled:

Answer: French Style

Explanation: Dean Martin's 1962 album featuring "Mam'selle" was titled "French Style."

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Which of the following albums features "Mam'selle" as recorded by The Hi-Lo's?

Answer: On Hand

Explanation: The Hi-Lo's recorded "Mam'selle" on their 1956 album titled "On Hand."

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Which vocal group recorded "Mam'selle" on the album "Four Freshmen And Five Trombones"?

Answer: The Four Freshmen

Explanation: The Four Freshmen recorded "Mam'selle" on their album "Four Freshmen And Five Trombones."

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Which artist's recording of "Mam'selle" was released under the catalog number 5048 by Mercury Records?

Answer: Frankie Laine

Explanation: Frankie Laine's jazz version of "Mam'selle" was released by Mercury Records under catalog number 5048.

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John Pizzarelli's trio recorded "Mam'selle" on which 1996 album?

Answer: After Hours

Explanation: The John Pizzarelli trio recorded "Mam'selle" on their 1996 album titled "After Hours."

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Cultural Context and Legacy

In the film "Pickup on South Street," the character Moe is depicted listening to "Mam'selle" on a record player.

Answer: True

Explanation: The film "Pickup on South Street" features the character Moe playing "Mam'selle" on a record player.

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The term "mam'selle" is a French designation for a married woman.

Answer: False

Explanation: The term "mam'selle" is a French appellation, equivalent to "mademoiselle," used to designate a young, unmarried female, not a married woman.

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In the 1953 film "Pickup on South Street," which character is depicted playing "Mam'selle"?

Answer: Moe, portrayed by Thelma Ritter

Explanation: In the film "Pickup on South Street," the character Moe, portrayed by Thelma Ritter, plays the song "Mam'selle" on her phonograph.

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According to the source material, what is the meaning of the term "mam'selle"?

Answer: A young, unmarried woman.

Explanation: The term "mam'selle" is a French appellation, equivalent to "mademoiselle," used to designate a young, unmarried female.

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Bibliographic Information

The article concerning "Mam'selle" is not identified as a complete and comprehensive piece.

Answer: False

Explanation: The article is identified as a "stub," indicating it is a preliminary entry that could be expanded for greater comprehensiveness.

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The MusicBrainz identifier for the musical work "Mam'selle" is d4f66992-dc9c-3563-b448-42d729fc1af7.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source material provides the MusicBrainz identifier for "Mam'selle" as d4f66992-dc9c-3563-b448-42d729fc1af7.

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In the context of music standards, how is the article concerning "Mam'selle" described?

Answer: A stub

Explanation: The article is identified as a "stub," indicating it is a preliminary entry in the context of "pop standards" and could be expanded to provide more comprehensive information.

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What is the MusicBrainz identifier assigned to the musical work "Mam'selle"?

Answer: d4f66992-dc9c-3563-b448-42d729fc1af7

Explanation: The MusicBrainz identifier for the musical work "Mam'selle" is d4f66992-dc9c-3563-b448-42d729fc1af7.

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