Henry Blair Featuring Ray Turner – Sparky's Magic Piano (Vinyl LP, US, 1962, Capitol Records J-3254)

Why This Record Matters
First released in 1948, Sparky's Magic Piano is a Capitol children’s story featuring Henry Blair as Sparky and pianist Ray Turner. The talking piano uses the Sonovox effect, giving the story its distinctive musical voice.

Collector Note
This 1962 US Capitol J-3254 reissue pairs Sparky's Magic Piano on side A with Sparky And The Talking Train on side B. This copy includes its original inner sleeve.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG
Sleeve: VG, includes original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP
Label: Capitol Records – J 3254, J-3254
Country: US
Released: 1962
Genre: Non-Music, Children's
Style: Story, Spoken Word

Matrix / Runout
Side A label matrix: J1-3254-N4
Side B label matrix: J2-3254-D2

Tracklist
Side A
A Sparky's Magic Piano

Side B
B Sparky And The Talking Train

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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