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This album, released in 1987, may not be the one you want... The song Classical Gas, by Mason Williams, has been recorded many times. Mason Williams has recorded at least three different versions himself, so it's not too surprising that many people end up buying something different than they expected. Here is a list of some of the more notable versions: Title: Classical Gas Performer: Mason Williams Album: The Mason Williams Phonograph Record Year: 1968 Comment: This is the original hit you have heard on the radio many times. Title: Classical Gas Performer: Mason Williams Album: Handmade Year: 1970 Comment: This superb acoustic version is my favorite. It also appears on the 1999 "The Story of Us" soundtrack. Many MP3 files circulating the Internet incorrectly credit this version to Eric Clapton. Title: Classical Gas Performer: Chet Atkins Album: Street Dreams Year: 1986 Comment: Features acoustic and electric guitar, violin, and flute - an interesting listen. Title: Classical Gas Performer: Mason Williams and Mannheim Steamroller Album: Classical Gas Year: 1987 Comment: This is the album shown above and is good if you like Mannheim Steamroller, but it does not contain the original Classical Gas recording that most people want. Title: Classical Gas Performer: Vanessa-Mae Album: The Violin Player Year: 1995 Comment: Very nice cover with violin as the lead instrument. Title: Classical Gas Performer: California Guitar Trio Album: Pathways Year: 1998 Comment: Impressive. Title: Classical Gas Performer: Zoe McCulloch Album: Gypsy Noodle Year: 2004 Comment: Electric guitar version by a brilliant young player. This album features several compositions by Mason Williams.