The Pit & the Pendulum [Soundtrack]

the pit & the pendulum [soundtrack]

Track Listings
1. Crypt and Main Titles
2. Chase and Onslaught
3. Arrest of Maria
4. Purging of Torquemada
5. Antonio Sneaks into the Castle
6. Esmerelda's Meadow of Peace
7. Antonio Battles the Guards
8. Pope's Envoy
9. Rape of Maria
10. Esmeralda Comforts Maria
11. Night Auto da Fe/Esmeralda's Revenge
12. Maria's Burial
13. Pit and the Pendulum
14. Justice for the Grand Inquisitor... Death
15. Maria's Resurrection and Finale

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The Pit & the Pendulum [Soundtrack]
Grey Gardens - A New Musical (2006 Original Broadway Cast)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • I want to take my ears off now
  • Isn't she amazing!
  • Ebersole's Versatility Lends Landmark Status to a Quirky Character Study in Co-Dependency
  • Smash Hit!
  • Ebersole is EXCITING
 Grey Gardens - A New Musical (2006 Original Broadway Cast)

Manufacturer: P.S. Classics
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ASIN: B000G75A9I
Release Date: 2006-08-22

Tracks:

  1. The Girl Who Has Everything
  2. The Five-Fifteen
  3. Mother Darling
  4. Goin' Places
  5. Marry Well
  6. Hominy Grits
  7. Peas in a Pod
  8. Drift Away
  9. The Five-Fifteen (reprise)
  10. Daddy's Girl
  11. The Telegram
  12. Will You?
  13. The Revolutionary Costume for Today
  14. The Cake I Had
  15. Entering Grey Gardens
  16. The House We Live In
  17. Jerry Likes My Corn
  18. Around the World
  19. Choose to Be Happy
  20. Around the World (reprise)
  21. Another Winter in a Summer Town
  22. The Girl Who Has Everything (reprise)

Product Description

GREY GARDENS proclaimed the #1 Show of the Year by Time Magazine is preserved here in its Original Broadway Cast Recording. The show had been previously recorded following its off-Broadway premiere in the spring of 2006 (and its cast album released by PS Classics in August of 2006), but this new recording features the new songs and new cast members that were added for its Broadway transfer last fall. The new GREY GARDENS opened on Broadway on November 2, 2006, to rave reviews, led by Ben Brantley in The New York Times, who called it an experience no passionate theatergoer should miss! Starring Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole and Tony Award nominee Mary Louise Wilson, it subsequently appeared on over 25 Best of 2006 lists, including #1 Show of the Year (Time), Best Musical of the Year (USA Today, Entertainment Weekly) and Performance of the Year (The New York Times, New York) for Ms. Ebersole. In addition to the new songs and new performances, this Original Broadway Cast Recording also features an all-new 32-page full-color booklet complete with lyrics and Broadway production photos.

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Based on the Maysles brothers' cult 1975 documentary of the same name, this musical is an endearing—-and sometimes genuinely heartwrenching—-oddity propelled by Christine Ebersole's exceptional, for-the-history-books performance. The movie followed the kooky duo of Edith Bouvier Beale and her daughter, Little Edie Beale, as they lived with their 52 cats in a derelict East Hampton mansion. The show's first act, set in 1941, is a prologue of sorts, while the second act, set in 1973, follows the movie closely. Ebersole plays Edith in Act I (which she concludes in dazzling manner with "Will You?") and Little Edie in Act II (when Mary Louise Wilson comes in to play the mother). And while Wilson is superb, this is Ebersole's show. Technically, she is flawless—-just listen to the way she changes her voice between the acts—-but she also makes Little Edie a poignant eccentric, a lost soul stuck in a world of deluded, decaying grandeur. It all peaks in the poignant "Around the World," the show's best song and an Ebersole tour de force. Note that this recording documents the Off-Broadway production; the show transferred to Broadway in the fall of 2006 with a slightly altered first act. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars I want to take my ears off now.......2007-06-29

Grey Gardens got good reviews? I honestly don't know why everyone is raving. I have listened to it a few times now and I don't get it. Well I get it, what it's about and what is going on but I don't get why people like it. The music kind of reminds me of Annie, but worse. Don't get me wrong, I like Annie, but it's...Annie.

You might tell me its one of those shows you have to see on stage, but if I don't even like the music why would I even want to sit through it? Please. I can't stand this cast recording the only good thing about it is Christine Ebersole.

They could have done SO much better. I get what they tried to do and I see where they could have improved. I've turned off the music now and have left it for another day, maybe on a day when I can't hear properly.

5 out of 5 stars Isn't she amazing!.......2007-06-28

I mean, can you believe her? I mean, Christine, not Edie. Well, Edie, too. And her mom. But then Christine is both of them, isn't she. I mean...

4 out of 5 stars Ebersole's Versatility Lends Landmark Status to a Quirky Character Study in Co-Dependency.......2007-06-17

I was fortunate enough to catch Christine Ebersole's performance on Broadway last month, and it was indeed as transcendent as people have proclaimed. For those concerned about the future of the American musical theater, your fears can be allayed at least for another day. She gets the opportunity to play two vastly different roles and conquers both with élan and emotional power. Truth be told, the show itself is not as good as her, even though it deals with the fascinating, dysfunctional dynamics between the aunt and cousin of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, the Beales. Luckily, Ebersole dominates both acts, first playing "Big Edie" in her social register glory in 1941 and then over three decades later, as her daughter, "Little Edie", now a haggard, turban-headed 56-year old recluse. This pristine recording reflects the schizophrenic nature of the score by Scott Frankel and Michael Korie.

Both acts are set in Grey Gardens, a palatial estate in East Hampton that has become a dilapidated, self-imposed prison over the years. Musically, the first act is the weaker of the two as it attempts to provide a fictionalized backstory to the Beales, including a likely exaggerated engagement between Little Edie and Joseph Kennedy, Jr., the eldest Kennedy son who was later killed in action during WWII. Even on record, the entire act feels strung together by a series of derivative faux-period songs like the time management swing number, "The Five-Fifteen", and the Berlinesque closer, "Will You?". However, the disc does allow more time to appreciate Korie's sophisticated lyrics on top of Frankel's WWII-era hodgepodge. The music is much better in the second act, which picks up where the famous 1975 documentary (Grey Gardens) begins with the mother and daughter having become co-dependent eccentrics tied inextricably to their health disaster of a home.

Ebersole finds a poignant, approval-seeking core to Little Edie with a couple of beautiful ballads - the haunting "Another Winter in a Summer Town" and the stunning dual-personality lullaby, "Around the World" - and delivers them with a bell-like clarity and palpable emotional depth. Her sharp comedy skills are also on full display with the obtuse fashion rundown on "The Revolutionary Costume for Today" and the Sousa-like march of "The House We Live In". Mary Louise Wilson provides a funny and affecting turn as the aged Big Edie and even sings the delusional praises of her lunk-headed handyman in "Jerry Likes My Corn". Broadway veteran John McMartin also performs a couple of numbers, but it is Ebersole's show all the way and her seemingly effortless versatility is what brings this quirky, sometimes enthralling score to life on disc.

5 out of 5 stars Smash Hit!.......2007-06-12

With the least bit of imagination, one can visualize much of this musical; but, oh,heavens! this musical's addict would love to jump on a plane, fly to NYC and see this show. This very minute! Tony award winning performances are so evident on this CD. The "Around the World" song is an event to listen to.

5 out of 5 stars Ebersole is EXCITING.......2007-06-11

Having seen the cult film many times, I thought the musical would just rehash old things. BOY was I wrong! Ms. Ebersole is Unbelievable as the mother and the daughter Little and Big Edie Beale. The writing is amazing incorporating direct lines from the film to the score. BRAVO!
Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (1982 Original Broadway Cast)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Webber's First Work Becomes a Star
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  • Joseph and the Techicolor Dreamcoat
 Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (1982 Original Broadway Cast)
Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice , David Friedman , Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Pit Orchestr , Barry Tarallo , Bill Hutton , Charlie Serrano , David Ardao , David Asher , Doug Voet , and Gordon Stanley
Manufacturer: Capitol
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ASIN: B000003JAN
Release Date: 1991-02-01

Tracks:

  1. Prologue-You Are What You Feel/Jacob And Sons
  2. Joseph's Coat (The Coat Of Many Colors)
  3. Joseph's Dreams
  4. Poor Poor Joseph
  5. One More Angel
  6. Potiphar
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  13. Those Canaan Days/The Brothers Come To Egypt/Grovel, Grovel
  14. Who's The Thief?
  15. Benjamin Calypso/Joseph All The Time
  16. Jacob In Egypt/Any Dream Will Do

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It's well known that Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice cut their teeth on Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat before shifting to the New Testament and hitting the big time with Jesus Christ Superstar. And thanks to the box-office clout of Lloyd Webber, as well as the rather sparse supply of new tuneful musicals, this charming little show has reached audiences far beyond the schoolchildren it was intended for. The score shows off Rice's clever lyrics and Lloyd Webber's wide eclectic tastes, with his takes on country, calypso, French café music, Rudy Vallee, and Elvis. The show also includes some simply very fine songs, including "You Are What You Feel/Jacob and Sons," "Close Every Door," and the peppy "Go Go Joseph." Leading the 1982 Broadway cast is the enormously appealing Laurie Beechman in the role of the narrator. Joseph has been subsequently revived in bigger, bolder incarnations starring Donny Osmond and then Sam Harris, presumably to justify a big ticket price for what at heart remains a small-scale show--proof that you don't always get what you pay for. --David Horiuchi

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Webber's First Work Becomes a Star.......2007-06-27

When I was 16 years old, a friend overheard me saying how popular "Joseph" was among my peers. She sent me a cassette tape of the 1982 Broadway cast and I was quickly hooked over the summer.

A silly campy bit of fun? No doubt. But for a short easy musical, "Joseph" has gone far with the fans. With quick catchy lyrics and a comical score, the show still remains a favorite to schools and community centers performing it around the world. The Biblical story has appealed to the spiritually interested too. ("Joseph" was originally scripted and performed in the early 70's of renewed interest in religion.)

Here is the renowned tale of Joseph, Jacob's favorite son, who is sold down to Egypt by his jealous brothers and ends up rising to great power. Notwithstanding the (minor) biblical inaccuracies, the addictive soundtrack is told in a multicolored tapestry of vibrant song and dance including ragtime, Western, rock, and calypso.

The Canadian version of "Joseph" with its techno-pop soundtrack and starring Donny Osmond is the most popular one and perhaps the most likeable with kids. But this 1982 version hits closer to home. For example, the prologue tune is soft and sweet with flute music that plays carefully into "Jacob and Sons" and then quickly picks up with the percussion and a lively chorus. This folk-reminiscent version of "Joseph" might be easier on the ears than the louder candied Canadian version.

Bill Hutton is an adequate Joseph and I enjoyed his version of "Close Every Door" very much. But it is Laurie Beechman, the narrator, who carries the show with her voice and her heart. She does not strain herself with a high pitched squeal. We hear her voice loud and clear: deep, throaty, strong, and soulful. It is her talent that made me enjoy the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber so much. While some might call "Joseph" his trial-and-error piece before Webber created the smash hits of "Phantom", "Cats", and "Evita", the die-hard fans know that it all began with one cleverly told story "about a boy whose dreams came true...and he could be you".

5 out of 5 stars Who knew the Bible was so much fun?.......2007-05-24

I was introduced to this musical years before the original Broadway production, through a frantic (but remarkably good) production put on by my high school, featuring the inimitable Katie Puckrik, later the host of TV's "Pajama Party", among other gigs-- so I have always had a soft spot for it. It is a lightweight but thoroughly enjoyable show, full of clever, memorable songs.

As for this version, I just bought it, after having previously listened only to the original 1973 London studio cast recording, which was not from a stage production. A few tweaks were made to the show after that first recording. (I have not heard any of the other versions from stage productions.) This one has a bigger, fuller, rather more professional sound. Laurie Beechman has a juggernaut voice, although she comes in so far behind the beat so many times that I found myself wishing she had a few other interpretive tricks in her bag. I would describe the studio recording as somewhat looser, more relaxed, less ambitious and more intimate. There are certain aspects to the arrangements and performances of the songs on the studio recording that I prefer right now, but I must say that this Broadway version is still new to me, and I carry the baggage of years of the studio recording being crystalized in my mind. So I like it, although that recording seems to get scant support these days.

In any case, if you have no recording of "Joseph", it is sure to bring a smile to your face, and I can recommend this Broadway version.

5 out of 5 stars Great!.......2007-05-07

This is a great soundtrack. Probably my favorite musical ever. I would highly recommend it for any music lover. And if you haven't seen the play you really must. The great thing about the soundtrack is that you can follow the whole story because nearly 100% of the play is song. There is virtually no dialogue.

5 out of 5 stars the best version there is!.......2007-02-11

i have listened to every cast recording of this show that is available, and by far this is the only one that DOESN'T suck.. if you are thinking of buying this musical.. this is the version you should choose!

4 out of 5 stars Joseph and the Techicolor Dreamcoat.......2007-01-11

It was just what we needed. The CD was in perfect condition. My daughter needed to learn the songs for a production of Joseph that she was in. She still loves to listen to it.

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Miss Saigon (Original 1989 London Cast)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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 Miss Saigon (Original 1989 London Cast)
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Manufacturer: Decca U.S.
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ASIN: B000000ORS
Release Date: 1990-02-02

Tracks:

  1. Saigon-April 1975: Overture - Orchestra/Martin Koch
  2. Saigon-April 1975: The Heat Is On In Saigon - Jonathan Pryce/Pinky Amador/Ruthie Henshall/Suchitra Sen Sawrattan/Shukubi Yo/Antoinette Lo...
  3. Saigon-April 1975: The Movie In My Mind - Isay Alvarez/Lea Salonga/Pinky Amador/Ruthie Henshall/Suchitra Sen Sawrattan/Shukubi Yo/Antoinette L
  4. Saigon-April 1975: The Dance - Simon Bowman/Lea Salonga/Jonathan Pryce
  5. Saigon-April 1975: Why God Why? - Simon Bowman
  6. Saigon-April 1975: This Money Is Yours - Simon Bowman/Lea Salonga
  7. Saigon-April 1975: Sun And Moon - Simon Bowman/Lea Salonga
  8. Saigon-April 1975: The Telephone Song - Simon Bowman/Peter Polycarpou
  9. Saigon-April 1975: The Deal - Simon Bowman/Jonathan Pryce
  10. Saigon-April 1975: The Ceremony (Dju Vui Vai) - Lea Salonga/Simon Bowman/Pinky Amador/Ruthie Henshall/Suchitra Sen Sawrattan/Shukubi Yo...
  11. Saigon-April 1975: What's This I Find - Andy Lanai/Simon Bowman/Lea Salonga
  12. Saigon-April 1975: The Last Night Of The World - Simon Bowman/Lea Salonga
  13. Ho Chi Minh City-April 1978: The Morning Of The Dragon - Bobby Martino/Jay Ibot/Jon Jon Briones/Chooi Kheng Beh/Robert Sena/Lyon Roque
  14. Ho Chi Minh City-April 1978: I Still Believe - Lea Salonga/Claire Moore
  15. Ho Chi Minh City-April 1978: This Is The Hour - Jonathan Pryce/Lea Salonga/Andy Lanai/Bobby Martino/Jay Ibot/Jon Jon Briones/Chooi Kheng Beh...

Tracks:

  1. Ho Chi Minh City-April 1978: If You Want To Die In Bed - Jonathan Pryce
  2. Ho Chi Minh City-April 1978: Let Me See His Western Nose - Jonathan Pryce
  3. Ho Chi Minh City-April 1978: I'd Give My Life For You - Lea Salonga
  4. Atlanta-September 1978: Bui-Doi - Peter Polycarpou
  5. Atlanta-September 1978: The Revelation - Peter Polycarpou/Simon Bowman/Claire Moore
  6. Bangkok-April 1978: What A Waste - Jonathan Pryce
  7. Bangkok-April 1978: Please - Peter Polycarpou/Lea Salonga
  8. Saigon-April 1975: The Fall Of Saigon - Peter Polycarpou/Simon Bowman/Lea Salonga
  9. Bangkok-October 1978: Room 317 - Lea Salonga/Claire Moore
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  13. Bangkok-October 1978: The Sacred Bird - Lea Salonga
  14. Bangkok-October 1978: Finale - Lea Salonga/Simon Bowman

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It's probably best known for raising the stakes for 1980s blockbuster shows by landing a helicopter on stage, but Miss Saigon is also a good show with good music. As a follow-up to their international smash Les Misérables, Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg (with an assist from Richard Maltby Jr.) adapted the tale of Madame Butterfly to the Vietnam War, realized here by the original 1989 London cast. While it may seem overheated at times, the despair and passion fit the tragic story, and Schönberg's pop-flavored style receives its most appropriate setting. Leading the cast are Jonathan Pryce as the Engineer (a Eurasian character whose casting generated some controversy when the producers wanted to have Pryce, a Caucasian, reprise the role on Broadway), Lea Salonga (in her first major role) as the young Vietnamese bride, Simon Bowman as her lover, and Claire Moore as his American wife (and a young Ruthie Henshall as one of the sweaty bargirls). The songs include the bawdy opener "The Heat Is on in Saigon," "The Movie in My Mind," "Why God Why," the romantic duet "The Last Night of the World," the female duet "I Still Believe," the male chorus number "Bui-Doi," and the Engineer's mocking "The American Dream." The booklet includes photographs and full lyrics. It's also available in a 58-minute highlights version. --David Horiuchi

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Ms. Saigon CD.......2007-05-12

I made the right decision buying this CD. I've enjoyed listening to it and thank you so much for delivering it on time.

5 out of 5 stars Miss Saigon (Original 1989 London Cast).......2007-01-05

Outstanding recording containing moving music and lyrics that tug at the heart. A must for any Broadway enthusiast.

5 out of 5 stars Miss Saigon- even better than Les Miserables!.......2006-12-11

My personal opinion is that Miss Saigon is even better than Les Miserables. Now, don't get me wrong, I think that Les Miserables is also a really great production with a nice story. But with this recording, you can literally feel the feeling coming out of your speakers.

To start, the cast is absolutley fantastic. Of course Lea Salonga is outstanding here and plays what I think think is her best performance of her career in Kim. Simon Bowman is also great, His big song "Why, God, Why?" is one of the stand-outs of the show. I was also very suprised at how much I liked the supporting cast as well. Claire Moore does an absolutley fantastic job as Ellen. and "Now That I've Seen Her" is one of my favorite songs of the whole recording. I also loved Peter Polycarpou as John, and of course, Jonathan Pryce as the Engineer.

I also found the story so interesting and dramatic, but a good dramatic. While Les Miserables was more a "story within a story" kind of musical, Miss Saigon's is easy to understand, deep, and makes you feel instantly connected to the characters, not knowing who's side to take in the story.

Miss Saigon is one of my favorite muscial's (which is saying a lot, sice my other favorites is Rent and Wicked) and this is a definitley a recording that you'll want to have if your a fan of musical theatre. Trust me when I say that if you give Miss Saigon a chance, you will be truly be rewarded with this beautiful tale.

4 out of 5 stars Original (?) cast recording.......2006-09-25

Interesting that they call this the original cast recording when Her or Me was replaced with the retooled Now That I've Seen Her...

5 out of 5 stars GREAT.......2006-07-17

I love this CD. It has a long story. I live in Costa Rica, when I was in highschool an interchange student from USA lend me his Miss Saigon cassette. I love it. since then I look for it all over my country but it is just impossible to fin it. So many years later I bought th CD and I'm happy about it. A Great deal!!
Once Upon A Mattress (1959 Original Broadway Cast)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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 Once Upon A Mattress (1959 Original Broadway Cast)
Marshall Barer
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ASIN: B000002ONH
Release Date: 1993-04-13

Tracks:

  1. Overture - Orchestra
  2. Many Moons Ago - Harry Snow
  3. An Opening For A Princess - Joe Bova and Ensemble
  4. In A Little While - Allen Case, Anne Jones
  5. Shy - Carol Burnett, Joe Bova And Ensemble
  6. Sensitivity - Jane White, Robert Weil
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  8. Normandy - Harry Snow, Matt Mattox, Anne Jones
  9. Spanish Panic - Jane White
  10. Song Of Love - Carol Burnett, Joe Bova And Ensemble
  11. Quiet - Jane White And Ensemble
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  13. Happily Ever After - Carol Burnett
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  16. Yesterday I Loved You - Allen Case, Anne Jones
  17. Nightingale Lullaby - Ginny Perlowin
  18. Finale - Joe Bova, Matt Mattox, Jack Gilford And Ensemble

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Based on Hans Christian Andersen's tale The Princess and the Pea, Once Upon a Mattress opened in May 1959 and was a solid success, if not a huge blockbuster. It did well enough, in any case, to warrant a 1997 revival starring Sarah Jessica Parker. The show was far from revolutionary, but it provided a really fun vehicle for a cast of top stage personalities, including black actress Jane White, who played Queen Aggravain (a part originally written for comedienne Nancy Walker) in whiteface. But of course, Once Upon a Mattress's heart and soul was Carol Burnett, who, in her Broadway debut created the part of Princess Winnifred and delivered two of Mary Rodgers's best songs, the hilarious "Shy" and the spunky "Happily Ever After," which sounds a bit like Jule Styne at his most rhythmic. Burnett's timing and performance remain as sharp as they were 40 years ago. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars "Mattress" CD was excellent.......2007-01-09

I've really enjoyed this CD. I only wish the play was available on DVD.

5 out of 5 stars an oldie but a goodie.......2006-03-15

Loved Carol Burnett then and love her now. This original cast CD is a lovely trip down memory lane.

5 out of 5 stars Nothing like the original -- .......2006-01-30

No offense to any of the subsequent "Freds" but Carol Burnett OWNS this role. The recording is as fresh and funny as anything being done today and this is the version musical theatre fans should have in their library. Get it.

5 out of 5 stars Awesome.......2006-01-22

My school did this musical last year (Spring 2005) and I had never heard of it before, so I bought both the Revial and the Original Cast Recordings. Fell in love. I was Sir Harry and loved both songs that I sang in. In my opinion, those are the two best songs in the entire musical, but then again, I'm biased.

Once Upon A Mattress OCR is by far the best out there. Don't get me wrong, the Revival Cast did a wonderful job (soundtrack at least) But There is something about Carol Burnett. She was meant to sing be Fred. But one thing that I didn't like is that "The Minstrel, the Jester & I" wasn't in this recording. But that is really the only problem I had with this.

My fav songs include:
In a Little While (because I sang it)
Yesterday I Loved You (again, I sang it)
Many Moons Ago
Shy

Would I recomend this CD? YES I WOULD!! I would shout it from the rooftops that people should by this CD! It's a funny, quaint little musical that people need to know about. I LOVE IT!

5 out of 5 stars I saw the original on Broadway.......2005-12-19

Once Upon a Mattress was one of the first Broadway shows that I ever saw and I was totally mesmorized and laughed so hard that my side hurt. Carol Burnett was the perfect person to play Fred and it was one of those magical performances that stays with you for a lifetime. The original cast album captures the fun and spirit of the show.

Later during the run of the show a friend of mine joined the chorus and when we talked about the experience, he told me that the joy that was on stage was similar to that felt by the cast and that was apparent on the album. They especially liked working with Ms. Burnett as she was a giving and caring actress.

I recommend this album to anyone who wants to spend some time just feeling good.
Little Women The Musical (2005 Original Broadway Cast)
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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 Little Women The Musical (2005 Original Broadway Cast)
Danny Gurwin , Janet Carroll , Jenny Powers , Jim Weitzer , John Hickok , Maureen McGovern , Meg McGinnis , Robert Stattel , Sutton Foster , and Mindi Dickstein
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ASIN: B000929ABY
Release Date: 2005-05-03

Tracks:

  1. Overture
  2. An Operatic Tragedy
  3. Better
  4. Our Finest Dreams
  5. Here Alone
  6. Could You?
  7. I'd Be Delighted
  8. Take A Chance On Me
  9. Off To Massachusetts
  10. Five Forever
  11. More Than I Am
  12. Astonishing
  13. The Weekly Volcano Press
  14. How I Am
  15. Some Things Are Meant TO Be
  16. The Most Amazing Thing
  17. Days Of Plenty
  18. The Fire Within Me
  19. Small Umbrella In The Rain
  20. Sometimes When You Dream (Reprise)

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Louisa May Alcott's novel Little Women concerns four sisters in post-­Civil War Massachusetts, but at times it feels as if its musical adaptation should have been called "Little Woman," so focused on a single sibling it is. Both Allan Knee's book and Sutton Foster's natural charisma and energy help constantly train the spotlight onto tomboy Jo. Yet it's not that much of a problem because Foster is strong enough to carry the show. She gets excellent support from the rest of the cast and especially cabaret artist Maureen McGovern, who as Marmee gets two beautiful ballads ("Here Alone" and "Days of Plenty") that are tailor-made for her imperial, burnished tone, and could well acquire a life outside the show. Composer Jason Howland worked as either musical director or musical supervisor on three period-set Frank Wildhorn musicals (Jekyll & Hyde, The Scarlet Pimpernel and The Civil War), which gives him a distinct experience in dealing with the historical setting here. Although the score oftentimes veers to the bland side, Howland also shows encouraging signs of spryness ("Five Forever") and melodic confidence that at one point slyly honors Sondheim ("Astonishing"). Old-fashioned in the best possible way, Little Women makes a good complement to Wicked for those trying to entice a younger audience to the delights of the musical theater. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Love It!!!.......2007-06-27

My school is going to be doing this musical next spring so I bought this CD in order to prepare for it. I fell in love with the music. Much like the book, it is personal, tender, and real. Some songs are just so heartwrenching I want to cry (but maybe I am a little bit of a drama queen). Simply gripping, I would highly recommend this CD to anyone who loves musical theater.

5 out of 5 stars Beautiful and better than expected.......2007-05-15

I had heard so many mixed things about this show, and so I missed the chance to see it on Broadway. Well, now I am sure wishing I had seen it, because the story that unfolds on this CD is so beautiful and so reminiscent of the book I adored when I was a "little woman." I cannot imagine anyone not enjoying the joyous romp and sense of adventure that imbues this musical journey. Nearly every song captivated me, though I must admit it took a few passes before I finally embraced the entire score. Now I giggle with delight at the "Operatic Tragedy," "Our Finest Dreams" and "The Weekly Volcano Press." I also love "I'd Be Delighted," as Meg and Jo prep for the ball, and I adore Laurie's "Take a Chance on Me." Such passion! And the composers completely capture Jo's yearning to be something more in "Astonishing." Fantastic!

The ballads are simply gorgeous! I cannot get through Maureen McGovern's song, "Days of Plenty" without sheeding tears. And "The Fire Within Me" is likewise a heartfelt testamanet of love for one's family. So beautiful!

Open your heart, ears, and imagination to Little Women and enjoy the journey.

1 out of 5 stars Good Idea Gone Bad.......2007-03-16

I loved the book Little Women, and I love musicals, but this CD did not blend the two well at all! I could barely get through the CD, there may be one or two songs I would listen to again, but not very often. It was difficult to see how these songs could do justice to the mood of the book. I feel that they hurt the story. I don't recommend buying this album.

1 out of 5 stars What a BORE!.......2006-07-22

Saw the show in Washington and nearly fell asleep. Should never have been made. The score is dismall with a couple of all too brief moments of musicality, wisely given to Maureen McGovern. However, it's not enough to save this misguided mess. Skip the CD, pick up Jane Eyre, a musical version of a classic that works beautifully and deserved more success than it acheived.

3 out of 5 stars Foster Showcase.......2006-05-06

Little Women is all about Sutton Foster. She does a great job, but as shown by the earily closing of the show it, one actress can't fix a flop. The songs in Little Women which tell a story or forward the plot of the show like "Weekly Volcano Press," "Astonishing," and "An Operatic Tradegy" are good and very entertaining, however a lot of the other songs in the show are stagnant. Basically any number without Foster or McGovern in it is not worth listening to. The show comes across as having good intentions. Though it has some good songs (I know people who have used some as audition pieces well), it does not seem to jump out at the audience at all.
Loving Repeating
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Good combination of music and lyrics
  • Amazing score, lyrics, and talent
  • Loving Repeating Wows!
  • I love it and can't stop repeating it (on my cd player)
 Loving Repeating

Manufacturer: Jay Records
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ASIN: B000J3FBHU
Release Date: 2007-01-09

Tracks:

  1. Monologue: "Now listen I am going to read…."
  2. Monologue: "And then I went to college…"
  3. A Sonatina Song
  4. Loving Repeating
  5. There Are Many That I Know
  6. A History of One
  7. A Sonatina Song Reprise
  8. A Lyrical Opera Made by Two to Be Sung: Setting
  9. My Wife Is My Life
  10. Come Fire Fly
  11. A Large and Loose Caramel
  12. A Cow Coming
  13. A Lyrical Opera: Finale
  14. Monologue: "When I was a a dinner party…"
  15. Kiss My Lips She Did
  16. The Thirteenth of April
  17. As a Wife Has a Cow: A Love Story
  18. Do as They Do So
  19. Monologue: "One day, November fifteenth to be exact…"
  20. The Fifteenth of October
  21. As a Wife Has a Cow: A Love Story: Finale
  22. Monologue: "Now listen! Can't you see that when language…"
  23. Kiss My Lips She Did Reprise
  24. Miss Furr and Miss Skeene
  25. Men
  26. Such a One
  27. Loving Repeating Reprise
  28. Lifting Belly
  29. A Bun for My Bunny
  30. Finale

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"Bold, remarkable, and thoroughly fascinating. A show not to miss." -- Chicago Tribune

With the entire libretto and lyrics taken from Gertrude Stein's writings, Loving Repeating is one of the few musicals to explore women's conditions and gay sexuality. This latest musical from Stephen Flaherty (Ragtime, Dessa Rose) premiered in Chicago in 2006, produced by The About Face Theatre in conjunction with the Museum of Modern Art.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Good combination of music and lyrics.......2007-07-02

This musical is based on Gertrude Stein's Loving, Repeating (a long gay book). I heard previously the opera Four Saints (by Virgil Thomson) with libretto by Gertrude Stein. I am also familiar with some of the works of Flaherty. I must say that this one is the best so far. Once on This Island is very accessible, but this one entices you to listen to the lyrics. An individual listening would really not do justice to the work. It requires one complete listening. the songs seem to be weaved together (much better than Passion i must say, and this is a great compliment). The songs grow on the ears. Very subtle. Angsty musicals and writers will learn a lot from this one. Not your typical broadway music mind you.

5 out of 5 stars Amazing score, lyrics, and talent.......2007-03-26

I have been listening to this non-stop. Being a Stephen Flaherty fan, the music as always is quite innovative and exquisite. The voices of the cast, especially that of the incomparable Christine Mild, induces goosebumps, and veteran actress, Cindy Gold, brings the spoken portions of the recording to life. Amazing and truly heartfelt show.

5 out of 5 stars Loving Repeating Wows!.......2007-03-12

Beautifully written story and lyric,performed by a wonderfully gifted cast.This is a definite keeper!

5 out of 5 stars I love it and can't stop repeating it (on my cd player).......2007-02-27

I was lucky enough to see this show three times: twice on the Northwestern University Campus (original musical title was "a long gay book,") and a third time at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago. This show is stunning. I found myself humming melodies from the show - even though I hadn't seen it in over a year (and didn't own the recording)! The music and lyrics have a way of staying with you. This is a real work of art - poetry and song, based on the work of Gertrude Stein.

If you're a fan of musicals with soul, wit, and class, then you'll love this.

The voices of Christine Mild and Jenny Powers (Little Women) are extraordinary and Cindy Gold's narration is engaging and uniquely powerful. Combine these talents with that of Frank Galati (Tony Award Winner ... Director, Adapted Script) and Stephen Flaherty (Ragtime, etc.) and you have one AMAZING musical.

Highly Recommended!!!!
Gypsy (2003 Broadway Revival Cast)
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • The best mama rose in my book
  • Bernadette Shines!
  • GYPSY can't be beat
  • FANTASTIC!
  • Bernadette is great! But why not Betty Buckley? Or Bette Midler?
 Gypsy (2003 Broadway Revival Cast)
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ASIN: B0000AKY5G
Release Date: 2003-08-19

Tracks:

  1. Overture
  2. May We Entertain You
  3. Some People
  4. Small World
  5. Baby June And Her Newsboys
  6. Mr. Goldstone
  7. Little Lamb
  8. You'll Never Get Away From Me
  9. Dainty June And Her Farmboys
  10. Broadway
  11. If Momma Was Married
  12. All I Need Is The Girl
  13. Everything's Coming Up Roses
  14. Entr'Acte
  15. Madame Rose's Toreadorables
  16. Together, Wherever We Go
  17. You Gotta Get A Gimmick
  18. Small World (Reprise)
  19. Incidental Music
  20. Gypsy Strip (Let Me Entertain You)
  21. Rose's Turn
  22. Curtain

Amazon.com

The casting of cute, petite Bernadette Peters as the formidable Mama Rose in the 2003 revival of Gypsy led to a few raised eyebrows: Was this egregious miscasting? After all, previous Roses have included Ethel Merman, Angela Lansbury, Tyne Daly, and (on TV) Bette Midler, all of them strong women who can belt with the best of them. Peters took a slightly different approach to the role, emphasizing the dramatic reading of her songs instead of blasting her way through sheer power--she acts the material as much as she sings it. Nowhere is this as convincing as on "Everything's Coming Up Roses" and especially "Rose's Turn," the latter as good a rendering of showbiz madness as you're ever likely to hear. Peters's acting skills are further emphasized by the generous helpings of dialogue that frame the musical numbers. The rest of the cast is superlative, and Marvin Laird conducts a spirited orchestra. Discussions as to which recording of Gypsy is the definitive one will never end, but this album certainly deserves to be included among the finalists. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars The best mama rose in my book.......2007-02-23

when bernadette peters was casted as mama rose i admit ,i was a little put off. i attened the show to see a flop, to see history. but boy was i wrong. when i stepped into the theater i knew i was in for something...wonderful.bernadette peters was the best mama rose i have seen
she uses her sex appeal to motivated the character. every thing about her mama rose rings true to a stage mother. by the end of the show her mama rose ripps throught the most intriging version of rose's turn recorded on media. the supporting cast is jsut as good,varying from fair to good. every thing about this production makes it one to rememeber.buy the cast recording and imagine a wonderful night at theater...it is sure to please

4 out of 5 stars Bernadette Shines!.......2006-07-25

An excellent recording of a classic American musical. The show is structered near perfectly, it has become a model for American book musicals.
While I think Angela Lansbury comes as close to perfection as Mama Rose, Bernadette Peters is right on her heels. From what I have seen of Merman on tape and the original cast album, I don't think she so much created the character of Rose as much as she created a variation of Ethel Merman. I don't mean for that to be negative, any Merman was pretty great.
Forget about Russel in the film, and forget about Tyne Daly's vocally off (flat), mannered, and irritating performance.
Bette Midler also has to be included in the better versions list.
But Peter's (like Lansbury) doesn't just sing the score, she acts it, she becomes the character. And her Rose's Turn is a powerhouse.
Tammy Blanchard shines as Louise, the rest of the cast is fine. With one glaring exception, Danny Budtke singing All I Need Is the Girl, lisps his way through it sounding like a girl is the last thing he needs, completely unbeleivable.
A small complaint for an admirable recording.

5 out of 5 stars GYPSY can't be beat.......2005-09-28

First of all, regardless of who's playing Rose, this show is just about the perfect quintessential American musical comedy/tragedy. It doesn't have a false moment and the score is simply superb. Every song seamlessly fits in and every song is a winner on its own.

I saw Bernadette do this production and she was terrific. She imbued the character with the right amount of maternal terror as she pushes her kids through life in pursuit of her own failed ambitions.

Get this one. Get Bette Midler's. Get Ethel Merman's. Get at least one version of Gypsy and enjoy what the musical theatre is all about!

5 out of 5 stars FANTASTIC!.......2005-08-04

This must be one of the best cd's I have EVER heard! A starry cocktail of failed dreams, regrets, pushy mum's and vampy burlesque entertainers. Not only the best revival of this musical but without a doubt the best version. For a start Bernadette Peters stuns as pushy stagemother Mama Rose making her character believable and her songs exceedingly enjoyable. Undoubtably her best songs being "Rose's Turn" and also "Everything's Coming Up Roses" are a pleasure to listen to, her vocals soaring and her true musical theatre pelt make her songs the most enjoyable, however, her lesser songs such as "Small World" and "You'll Never Get Away From Me" are not particularly desireable as I found the melodics slightly boring. Her vocals are still second to none. Tammy Blanchard exceeds all standards as Louise (soon to become Gypsy Rose Lee). Her first solo song "Little Lamb" touches the heart and atfirst she gives the impression of being meek and not a strong singer (intentionally) however, during her "Let Me Entertain You" number (in which we gradually hear her climb out of her hermit shell and become the famous burlesque entertainer and progress through theatre after theatre throughout the country) Blanchard amazes and we hear the full blast of her voice. Although the role of Louise is secondary to that of Mamma Rose, Blanchard's talents are a wow and are definitely worth the listen. Another great highlight of the cd is Kate Reinders' bubbly and energetic voice as Dainty June (in particular her duet with Blanchard- "If Momma Was Married"). Also, an immense amount of credit goes to the children of the piece- Heather Tepe is literally "a bundle of dynamite" and has the most angelic and youthful child voice I have ever heard whist the chorus of boys who back her provide punch and zest. John Dosset's Herbie (although only featured in practically one song) plays the character to perfection.
In conclusion, this cd is certainly NOT to be missed and is also a must have for EVERY musical theatre buff and even for those who are not.

4 out of 5 stars Bernadette is great! But why not Betty Buckley? Or Bette Midler?.......2005-07-20

I have every version of Gypsy, and actually my favorite is Betty Buckley (though she is not on a cast recording, I saw her at the Paper Mill Playhouse in New Jersey). Bette Midler isn't bad either. I saw Bernadette in this great revival and she was amazing! Thought that she was excellent and would have seen it again- had it not closed so soon. The cast recording is great- no complaints at all! One teeny thing is that Bernadette seems to struggle a little bit with Rose's Turn. That's sort of a problem because that's the big number where Rose realizes that she did it for herself. I love this musical! Tammy blanchard is very well trained for her role as gypsy/Louise, and the rest of the cast is amazing. here is a list of what soundtracks I prefer:
1) Bette Midler
2) Rosalind Russel (though she is dubbed, she's still great!)
3) Bernadette Peters
4) Ethel Merman
5)Angela Lansberry (though she is better in Mame!)
Whatever you do, do not pick up Tyne Daly's version of it! I've heard rumors that she was violently ill recording it, but anyway, she still can't sing! (Though I can't see why they didn't record it another day when she wasn't sick...hmmmm....)
Enjoy this great soundtrack!
Man Of La Mancha (1965 Original Broadway Cast)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • A Lifetime Favorite
  • A Disappointment
  • 10 stars for this one
  • A Masterpiece
  • This bit of music
 Man Of La Mancha (1965 Original Broadway Cast)
Joe Darion
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ASIN: B000002PBK
Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

  1. Overture
  2. Man Of La Mancha (I, Don Quixote)
  3. It's All The Same
  4. Dulcinea
  5. I'm Only Thinking Of Him
  6. I Really Like Him
  7. What Do You Want Of Me?
  8. The Barber's Song/Golden Helmet
  9. To Each His Dulcinea (To Every Man His Dream)
  10. The Impossible Dream (The Quest)
  11. Little Bird, Little Bird
  12. The Dubbing (Knight Of The Woeful Countenance)
  13. The Abduction
  14. Aldonza
  15. A Little Gossip
  16. Dulcinea (Reprise)/The Impossible Dream (Reprise)/Man Of La Mancha(Reprise)/The Psalm/Finale...

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Man of La Mancha, the show that introduced "The Impossible Dream" to the world (and lounge singers everywhere), was the hit of the 1965 Broadway season. Richard Kiley is magnificent in his career-defining performance as the deluded wannabe knight Don Quixote. His leading lady Joan Diener sings the role of the kitchen wench Aldonza with just the right balance of dignity and vulgarity. Irving Jacobson turns in a fine comic performance as the Don's faithful squire, Sancho Panza. The score, with music by Mitch Leigh and lyrics by Joe Darion, was revolutionary in its time. The orchestra had no violins--just brass, woodwinds, percussion, and flamenco guitars. Man of La Mancha is one of Broadway's most inspiring musicals and it well deserves its high reputation. --Michael Simmons

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A Lifetime Favorite.......2007-03-21

I have owned this recording in all formats now: an LP album, reel to reel tape, audiocassette, and now the CD. I passed up the chance to see Richard Kiley in Man of La Mancha at the Hilton U. Brown Theatron in Indianapolis, and felt I couldn't afford the $8 each for the tickets. I have been kicking myself for this ever since. I feel that Richard Kiley should have reprised his role in the movie. While Peter O'Toole is a fine actor, I feel his singing is on a par with Lee Marvin's in 'Paint Your Wagon,' in short, terrible. I spoke with people who did attend the Brown performance, and they said when Kiley sang the Impossible Dream, there was not a dry eye in the house. This is the Holy Grail of recordings of this play, with the best performers.

2 out of 5 stars A Disappointment.......2006-11-19

Man of la Mancha is by far my favorite musical of all time. So when I heard this album and realized what kind of desecration the play had endured through this cast, I cried. I'll concede that Richard Kiley is a powerful Cervantes/Don Quixote. He is the only reason that I give this recording two stars. HOWEVER, Joan Diener is assuredly the most horrendous Aldonza I've ever heard in my life. Aldonza SHOULD NOT have a pretty voice. Her voice SHOULD NOT be operatic. It's not in character. NEVER does Diener sound like the kitchen slut that the character is. Irving Jacobson makes for a most obnoxious and nasally Sancho, which is an insult to a character I have loved since I was five and running around pretending to fight windmills. Man of la Mancha is not, has never been, and will never be The Phantom of the Opera. It is far more important to acheive the character than the a beautiful voice. Emotion, story and character development should be studied when analyzing this play. Diener and Jacobson do not achieve this. Also, Don Quixote is an old man. It is more important to sense the emotion in his aging voice than for the actor to hit the notes correctly. The Broadway revival cast of 2002 and the movie cast starring Peter O'Toole are far better than this.

5 out of 5 stars 10 stars for this one.......2006-11-13

I have learned one thing after having heard this album for the last zillion years: If ever you are feeling down,just fire up this CD ,listen to the first few bars of Richard Kiley's intro,and if you do not find yourself singing along(I sing Sancho's part),then I suggest you seek help.
This is a marvelous CD,and there isn't a misstep on it. My uncle saw this when it was on Broadway,and he never quite recovered(in a good way)from the experience.I feel the same way.
Also,"The Impossible Dream" is arguably the most powerful,emotional,evocative and thrilling song to ever be composed and performed,but only by Mr. Kiley.This was his shining hour,and he pulled out all the stops.I cannot speak too highly of this recording.

5 out of 5 stars A Masterpiece.......2006-01-07

In 1969, my then 9th Grade English teacher took us on a class trip to the Martin Beck Theatre in New York City, to see this play.
This CD captured that day, as if it was yesterday.
They don't come any better than this.
Five stars isn't enough.

5 out of 5 stars This bit of music.......2005-02-23

is one of the rare things which brings high emotion and tears to the eyes of a fairly hard bitten man....and that is a fine fine thing..a thing of purity and grace and goodness
Chicago: The 10th Anniversary Edition
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • Oredered the wrong product & returned it
  • ANNIVERSARY TRIBUTE TO
  • Toe Tapping music - but disappointing DVD!
  • the new Razzle Dazzle
  • No Razzle Dazzle
 Chicago: The 10th Anniversary Edition

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ASIN: B000HEWGFQ
Release Date: 2006-10-03

Tracks:

  1. Overture - The Band
  2. All That Jazz - Bebe Neuwirth & Co.
  3. Funny Honey - Ann Reinking with Joel Grey & Michael Kubala
  4. Cell Block Tango - Bebe Neuwirth & Girls
  5. When You're Good to Mama - Marcia Lewis
  6. All I Care About - James Naughton
  7. A Little Bit of Good - D. Sabella
  8. We Both Reached for the Gun - James Naughton, Ann Reinking, D. Sabella & Company
  9. Roxie - Ann Reinking & Boys
  10. I Can't Do It Alone - Bebe Neuwirth
  11. I Can't Do It Alone (Reprise) - Bebe Neuwirth
  12. My Own Best Friend - Ann Reinking & Bebe Neuwirth
  13. Entr'acte - The Band
  14. I Know a Girl - Bebe Neuwirth
  15. Me and My Baby - Ann Reinking & Boys
  16. Mister Cellophane - Joel Grey
  17. When Velma Takes the Stand - Bebe Neuwirth & Boys
  18. Razzle Dazzle - James Naughton & Company
  19. Class - Bebe Neuwirth & Marcia Lewis
  20. Nowadays - Ann Reinking & Bebe Neuwirth
  21. Hot Honey Rag - The Band
  22. Finale - Company

Tracks:

  1. Loopin' the Loop - Fred Ebb & John Kanker
  2. All That Jazz - Anna Montanaro (sung in German)
  3. When You're Good to Mama - Lynda Carter
  4. All I Care About - John O'Hurley
  5. Roxie - Brooke Shields
  6. Ten Percent - Fred Ebb & John Kander
  7. Me and My Baby - Melanie Griffith
  8. Razzle Dazzle - Jerry Orbach
  9. Funny Honey/Me and My Baby/Nowadays - Bianca Marroquin (sung in Spanish)
  10. My Own Best Friend - Liza Minnelli
  11. All That Jazz - Ute Lemper
  12. Nowadays - Gwen Verdon & Chita Rivera

Album Description

A deluxe edition 2 CD and DVD box set that includes: Newly recorded songs by Melanie Griffith, Brooke Shields, Lynda Carter, and John O'Hurley, legendary performances by Chita Rivera, Gwen Verdon, Jerry Orbach, Liza Minnelli, Ute Lemper and never-before-released demos by John Kander and Fred Ebb. Special bonus DVD with performance footage, interviews and more. Exclusive 68-page book featuring the provocative photos from CHICAGO's groundbreaking advertising campaign. Grammy Award-Winning Cast Recording starring Ann Reinking, Bebe Neuwirth, James Naughton and Joel Grey.

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Oredered the wrong product & returned it.......2007-06-09

I made a mistake and ordered the wrong item. I returned it last week. Sorry.

5 out of 5 stars ANNIVERSARY TRIBUTE TO .......2007-03-22

For ALL fans of the musical 'CHICAGO", the 10th Anniversary CD/DVD package will plesed and amaze you. The handsome package includes the cast recoding with another CD featuring worldwife stars doing lead songs. The most trhilling part of this incredible tribute is the DVD with interviews with the orginal cast members, the director, cherographer, designer and the composer! Truly a collectors dream come true! And to make this tribute even more memorable, there has a collection of photos of the major leads over the past ten years. All fans of great musicial theater will cherish this collectors tribute to a great show.

4 out of 5 stars Toe Tapping music - but disappointing DVD!.......2007-02-08

Having misplaced my original CD, I saw this on Amazon and decided to buy it. I was particularly excited about the prospect of seeing some of the songs recorded from stage productions.

CD1 is the same as the Cast Recording that I purchased before.

CD2 was a bit of "fun". It was interesting to hear the songs that were cut from the "new" show and it's not a great leap of the imagination to see why they probably were. It was also interesting to hear other peoples renditions of various songs from the show. Especially people like Liza Minelli, Melanie Griffith and even Linda Carter (yes, our very own "Wonder Woman").......

While I love the show and the music of "Chicago", I have to say I was disappointed by the DVD in this set. The feature about the re-opening of Chicago, was informative, but would have been better if intersperced with clips from the show(s) or even rehersals. The section that I was most excited about, the stage numbers of "All That Jazz", "All I Care About" and "When You're Good To Mama", were not the entire numbers recorded from a stage production......nor were they in English! There were clips from various productions (Japan, Germany...and a few others) all edited together to give the viewer a brief "taste" of the song in different languages.

I would have been much happier with the 3 songs, recorded from the stage production, sung in their entirity, in English.

That is the only bad thing I have to say about this set.

Definitely a buy for huge "Chicago" fans only. For the more casual admirer, go and buy the original cast recording album.....you'll be just as happy!

5 out of 5 stars the new Razzle Dazzle.......2007-01-24

It is unfortunate that the previous reviewer (who disliked this boxed set so much he reviewed it twice) did not read the product description first to understand what he was buying. Yes, this celebration of the tenth anniversary of the revival of CHICAGO does include the original CD; those who own that disk and have only a casual interest in the show may not want to purchase this. But for less than twice the price of the single CD, this set offers a taste of the many stars who have done turns in this production since it opened (including the original 1975 production), both on Broadway and around the world, plus a DVD of interviews with those involved in the production, and a booklet full of other goodies. Perhaps no one NEEDS a version of "All That Jazz" in German, but what fun! If you can't distinguish Brooke Shield from Ann Reinking or Liza Minelli from Bebe Neuwirth, by all means don't buy this boxed set. But if you want to catch some of the razzle-dazzle you may have missed, enjoy!

2 out of 5 stars No Razzle Dazzle.......2007-01-11

I enjoyed both the revival production and the revival CD of Chicago. When they came up with the marketing ploy of a special 10th anniversary multi-disc set, this "Chicago" fan bought it even if the revival CD (which I already have) is part of the set. The various artist disc of famous stars who have starred in the production in the last 10-years did not offer anything exciting or interesting in their rendition other than their famous names. Worse, the documentary was not well presented and the clip from the show was actually just a teaser. It is so sad because Chicago is now the longest running revival in Broadway history and they have decided to put up a forgettable memorabilia that "Chicago" lovers will not treasure in the years to come. Such a waste. To ironically paraphrase a line in the show, there was simply "no razzle dazzle".
Les Miserables Complete Symphonic Recording
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Brilliant -Powerful
  • not the best
  • Awesome Tribute to the Greatest Musical of All Time
  • For a real review...
  • Best musical ever
 Les Miserables Complete Symphonic Recording
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Red Ink
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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  2. Les Miserables Original London Cast
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  4. Les Miserables (1987 Original Broadway Cast)
  5. Jekyll & Hyde - The Musical (1997 Original Broadway Cast)

ASIN: B0002E5L62
Release Date: 2004-06-01

Tracks:

  1. Prologue
  2. Valjean's Soliloquy (What Have I Done?)
  3. At the End of the Day
  4. I Dreamed a Dream
  5. Lovely Ladies
  6. Fantine's Arrest
  7. Runaway Cart
  8. Who Am I?/The Trial
  9. Fantine's Death
  10. Confrontation
  11. Castle on a Cloud
  12. Master of the House
  13. Bargain-The Waltz of Treachery
  14. Look Down
  15. Robbery-Javert's Intervention (Another Brawl)
  16. Stars

Tracks:

  1. Eponine's Errand
  2. ABC Cafe/Red and Black
  3. Do You Hear the People Sing?
  4. Rue Plumet-In My Life
  5. Heart Full of Love
  6. Attack on Rue Plumet
  7. One More Day
  8. At the Barricade (Upon These Stones)
  9. On My Own
  10. Building the Barricade
  11. Javert's Arrival
  12. Little People
  13. Little Fall of Rain
  14. Night of Anguish
  15. First Attack
  16. Drink With Me
  17. Bring Him Home
  18. Dawn of Anguish
  19. Second Attack (Death of Gavrobe)
  20. Final Battle
  21. Sewers - Dog Eats Dog
  22. Javert's Suicide
  23. Turning

Tracks:

  1. Empty Chairs at Empty Tables
  2. Every Day (Marius and Cosette)
  3. Valjean's Confession
  4. Wedding Chorale/Beggars at the Feast
  5. Epilogue (Finale)

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Brilliant -Powerful.......2006-07-14

If you like musicals this is the one for you. Brilliant songs, powerful voices.

3 out of 5 stars not the best.......2006-02-26

maybe it's because i have got the dream cast version first. i didn't find this one so much atractive, because the cast is not the best, and the whole symphonic thing doesn't quite touch me either. i'm sorry to find this.

5 out of 5 stars Awesome Tribute to the Greatest Musical of All Time.......2005-12-25

I love this recording of my all-time favorite musical. The orchestra really makes this recording soar, as I saw the show on tour with a smaller one. The entire recording, for the most part, sounds terrific. Gary Morris is not my favorite Valjean, but he makes "Bring Him Home" his own in a wonderful way. Philip Quast is unbeatable as Javert, as are Michael Ball and Anthony Warlow in their roles as Marius and Enjorlas (Michael Ball is so my hero!!!). My only complaint with this recording is the version of "A Little Fall of Rain". Eponine's voice, which is awesome throughout the whole recording, is AWFUL during this song, and it really ruins the song. Other than that, a wonderful recording!

5 out of 5 stars For a real review..........2005-04-18

Great CDs. I much prefer the Fauntine and Eponine in this recording to the Origional London Cast. See Amazon.com's listing for this item. Several Les Mis conousseurs have given detailed, very helpful reviews, however, amazon doesn't have any to sell, so buy it here at CDnow, but if you want a great review of what to expect, take a look at amazon.

5 out of 5 stars Best musical ever.......2005-03-23

I first fell in love with Les Miserables when I was high school, after I heard the song "On My Own." I have gone through probably 5 cassettes and CD's by now in one version or another. I enjoy this musical so much I think I don't have a strong preference for which version I am listening to, other than this recording doesn't leave out anything, so it is the one I prefer. For those who really love this musical, this recording is worth getting!

Music:

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  2. The Unsinkable Molly Brown [Cast Recording]
  3. The Yards (2000 Film) [Soundtrack]
  4. To Sir With Love [Soundtrack]
  5. Vivre Pour Vivre (Original Soundtrack) [Import] [Soundtrack]
  6. Wrong Turn [Soundtrack]
  7. 12th Man Again!/Still the 12th Man [Explicit Lyrics] [Import]
  8. 1984 (For the Love of Big Brother) [Soundtrack]
  9. Ad Nauseam [Import]
  10. All Over Me: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack [Soundtrack]

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