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Derek Simpson
Session musician credited on a Beatles recording.
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Derek Simpson played on two Beatles recordings, 'Eleanor Rigby' from 1966, McCartney's, and 'Strawberry Fields Forever' from 1967, Lennon's, sung by Paul and by John respectively, split between Revolver and the Magical Mystery Tour album, cut 28 April 1966 and 24 November 1966. Simpson also plays cello on both of them. Of the two, 'Eleanor Rigby' is in E minor, and only four of their recordings are.
See alsoCello:Norman JonesRecurring words:a dreamMusic genre:Art rockRelease type:Double A-SideCultural impact:Grammy Hall of FameHarmony:Line clichéRecurring words:dreamConductor:George Martin
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Songs(2)
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| # | Title | Year | Album | Lead Vocal(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eleanor Rigby | 1966 | Revolver | Paul | - |
| 2 | Strawberry Fields Forever | 1967 | Magical Mystery Tour | John | Cello |
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