In this reviewers opinion this is the recording which will leave anyone begging for more of the Swingle Singers. If you haven't yet been introduced to the new Swingles, but just have a vague memory of the early work (which was revolutionary in its day, don't forget!) you're in for a treat. 1812 presents a wonderful variety of studio work with several of the live pieces which are events. The 'Overture to William Tell' and the fabulous '1812 Overture' sandwich a song written by Henry VIII,complete with vocal crumhorn recorder and drum, a couple by the Beatles, Debussy's 'Trois Chansons,' Henry Mancini's 'Peter Gunn,' a Gershwin and a Sondheim. But 1812! The full orchestra, brass band, and cannons, and church bells are all performed live by eight singers!!!