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The undubbed master and alternate takes of Elvis’ studio recording of “Bridge Over Troubled Water” are among those which are an essential listen for anyone on an Elvis voyage of discovery. However, the single complete recorded studio rehearsal version should also be included as there is one distinct factor which separates it from the June versions.
The rendition in question was recorded at RCA’s Hollywood studios on 24 July 1970 whilst Elvis was in preparation for his August 1970 Las Vegas season. Having just recorded the song in Nashville six weeks earlier, he was now tweaking it in preparation for adding it to his live set list. With this in mind, it may come as little surprise that the distinct difference is the presence of Elvis’ own TCB band.
The only member of Elvis’ own band present during the Nashville recording session was his lead guitarist James Burton. However, as good as these session musicians were, it is the collective of the TCB band which just adds to the backing and this is evident throughout this recording,
This rehearsal took place during the period where MGM were filming for “Elvis – That’s The Way It Is” but this particular session was intentionally scheduled away from the gaze of the cameras. This meant that the only rehearsal of the song filmed was in the International Hotel’s convention Center on 4 August.
It is a pity that Elvis did not attempt another rendition or that the rehearsal rendition in the same studio on 30 July was not recorded as Elvis, by his own admission, fluffs the phrasing at one point.


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this is the single-screen edit mastered by Robbo Elvis Video's:




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good work here by Leon SMITH. In Context with the spirit of this thread, this fits like a glove i thought :D

Bridge Over Troubled Water - From First Take to the Master (June 1970 sessions) -




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Bridge Over Troubled Water (with 4 false starts) - Portland, 11 November 1970..




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One of my favorite later versions comes from his show in Mobile, Alabama at a club they call Big Jack's on June 2, 1975.


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Rob wrote:
Fri Sep 23, 2022 2:14 pm
One of my favorite later versions comes from his show in Mobile, Alabama at a club they call Big Jack's on June 2, 1975.
Good on you my friend. If i can find it i'll add it here . The basic idea is to gather together a good range of versions in context, as i reckon Elvis' version was SECOND TO NONE. Cheers...



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Bridge over Troubled Water (International Hotel 23rd February 1971 Closing Show)




Bridge over Troubled Water ( Boston Garden 1971) (Digitally Extracted Stereo)





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Live at Las Vegas, Live May 13, 1973



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00:00 Version One – 11 August 1970, Midnight Show – Las Vegas
This performance, only the second time that he had sung it live, is Elvis Presley at his absolute peak and anyone who hears this cannot possibly have any doubts as to his vocal prowess or to the magnificent entertainer that he had become.

04:09 Version Two – 11 November 1970 - Portland

Performed during just his second show of his second tour of the seventies is essentially a hybrid of the August 1970 and those heard in 1972.
In keeping with the obvious fun that Elvis was having away from the constraints and nightly repetition of Vegas, he is unable to get the song started and keeps ending up in laughter. Many are jokingly blamed for this with Charlie Hodge, pianist Glen Hardin and The Sweet Inspirations all having the jocular finger pointed in their general direction.
In the end however, after the laughter fades, Elvis gives a quite outstanding and rousing version of a song which would continue to be a staple of his live show for the next seven years or so.

10:47 Version Three – 10 November 1971 – Boston Garden

In this performance, Elvis’ vocal has evolved again but still giving yet another powerhouse rendition with a cracking reprise!

16:19 Version Four – 14 April 1972 Evening Show – The Greensboro Coliseum

Many fans count this as their favourite version and it is obvious, particularly towards the songs conclusion how much enjoyment Elvis is getting out of this performance.
If you watch carefully towards the end of the final chorus you can hear and see Estelle Brown of 'The Sweet Inspirations' shout 'yeah' completely in keeping with the spirit of the performance.

20:33 Version Five – 3 September 1973 Closing Show – Las Vegas

This version is unique in the Elvis musical library. It is obvious that the next song should be Suspicious Minds and the band start to play this but Elvis sings Bridge to the tune of Suspicious Minds and after some laughter decides to do Bridge. Still having fun, he changes the lyrics and then loses track and forgets the lyrics. Charlie Hodge attempts to jog Elvis' memory by singing the words to which Elvis jokingly replies, 'Ted Mack Amateur Hour' and the rest of the band and much of the audience respond by joining in unison to end the first verse, to which Elvis gives a grateful appreciation - priceless, touching and great fun.

24:33 Version Six – 21 May 1974, Midnight Show – Lake Tahoe

A slightly different arrangement now, but nonetheless a stirringly beautiful rendition

28:40 Version Seven – 2 June 1975, Evening Show – Mobile
With the later tour arrangement and Elvis still manages to give a very touching intimate performance.

32:52 Version Eight – 30 November 1976 – Anaheim

Hardly performed throughout the year, Elvis gives a powerhouse rendition with an extended intro.

38:33 Version Nine – 26 June 1977 – Market Square Arena, Indianapolis

Fittingly, having been a staple of his live show for the last seven years, the song is given it’s all by Elvis during his final live show of his life.

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Bridge Over Troubled Water [December 12, 1976 - notable as it was the last concert at The Hilton Las Vegas]



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