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A KILLER soundtrack--but who says that murder's not an art ???
This CD soundtrack of the movie Chicago gives us great music written by Kander and Ebb. The musical arrangements are masterfully written and executed; and the lyrics to each song are clever, too. The overall effect is a fun CD to listen to--even if you haven't seen the film! Some of the bonus material is very different from the Kander and Ebb style and depending on your tastes you may like this or not.
Chicago CD
It has great music from the Chicago Movie that I love to play over and over. The only weird thing about it is Queen Latifa's strange remix on the end of the CD. I let the CD play till then and then push skip. It's too close to Rap style for me.

Chicago is great
Superior quality in a musical.None better at this time in america. ... Read more

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Wonderful Recording!
I do musical theatre with a small group,and they were doing Les Miserables.When I was cast as Young Cosette my dad thought it would be good to buy the cast recording since I was in more than one song.When it came; I listened to it i fell in love with the music.If I were to rate the songs for the top 10 I would do it like this.
My favorite song
I love the whole thing but my favorite song would have to be on my own.

AMAZING!!!
This was the first CD I purchased of Les Misérables, my first exposure to the music was a local High School performance which didn't do it justice, but I bought this CD after seeing it. It took awhile to get really into it for me, but this is incontestably my favourite musical of all time (yes even more than phantom of the opera).
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LOVE IT!!!
I went to see this play, where we live! It was just fantastic! One of my friends from school was in it! I just listening to the music and singing along! I recommend it to anyone who loves musicals!

It gets the whole family singing and dancing
I bought this CD because my daughter was involved in a local production of Seussical The Musical.We play the CD all the time at home and in the car and the whole family dance and sing along to the songs.It gets you moving without realising it. It's a fantastic way to get to know some Dr Seuss stories and made me realise the importance of imagination in children, something that seems lacking nowadays.It's a beautiful story and sung wonderfully by all the performers. I highly recommend this CD.

Fantastic
I ordered this CD for my granddaughter for her birthday.She loves listening to it after having seen the play locally. ... Read more

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I LOVE RENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am addicted to this cd!! I listen to it pretty much 24/7! There isn't one song on it that I don't like!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!RENT is the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't stop listening to this CD!!! With this and the movie I have turned 3 people into RENTheads, and am working on #4 now...
Rent (1996 Original Broadway Cast)
Perfect combination of rock, musical elements and deep meaning!!
Amazing!
not a kid...just dont have an account.this cast recording is definitely amazing.great quality.i listen to this almost every day.im a total RENThead. ... Read more

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Not Musical Theatre
Like many people, I was drawn to Light in the Piazza by its amazing reviews.It was only after I had purchased tickets that I saw the performance on the Tonys.It didn't bode well.As a whole the c.d, much like the production, is over-dramatic, overly sensational.The music has been called "lush," however I think it leans more to "trying too hard."It is all far too overdone.The music also lacks any sort of conflict or passion.All in all, a great disappointment.

Lovely Music
I am glad that I got to see the performance before it closed in July.I had to have the CD and hope to see it again one day.The recording is very good.

Love This Show!!
On first hearing this CD, I was baffled about what it was all about. On second listening i began to realize that it was fairly tuneful. The third time I became hooked. The music haunted me for days, couldn't get it out of my head. It's soaring melodies are dazzling, the ballads are gorgeous and full of subtlety. If you want out and out, in your face musical comedy, see Spamalot or even Wicked. But if you want a softly melodic, character driven, nearly operatic, lovely musical drama, this is it. The title song, as performed by Kelli O'Hara is as heartbreakingly wistful as you can find. And Victoria Clark is remarkable in every moment, but her final ultimo, Fable is astonishing! A well deserved Tony winner. The entire ensemble are wonderful, particularly O'Hara and Matthew Morrison. ... Read more

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Beauiful
A true musical theater classic.Wonderful melodies that will last for years to come.
Oh, what a beautiful sound!
Oklahoma has never sounded better as sung by Gordon MacRae and Shirley Jones in the 1955 movie version of Rodgers and Hammerstein's unforgettable Broadway musical.The memory of MacRae's beautiful voice lives on with this CD.I never tire of hearing this wonderful music.From the opening overture to the finale you will feel as though you're right in the theater.

A definitive movie recording
A very complete recording of the strong performances from the original 1950's movie.All the dances are recorded here, especially hard to find ones (Kansas City, Many a New Day and All or Nothing).You will be disappointed if you are expecting this recording to match the broadway score.None of the dances match the score and are arranged (predictably) to fit on the screen, not stage.The bonus LP Overture is the closest rendition to the original score.For Oklahoma! fans, this recording is a collector CD, especially because it has so many bonus recordings. ... Read more

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One of the more successful attempts by another studio (here Fox) to make a quality animated film on par with Disney was Read more

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GET IT!
I remember when i was 3 and could barely say anything, but i could sing with my daddy a couple of these songs. Now I'm 12 and still listen to it. At The Beginning is a really good song. I would say to get it on your ipod(which you should buy too it's worth every cent) but they don't sell it there. But this is a wonderful soundtrack for all ages! You'll love beginning to the end!

Anastasia Soundtrack
Excellent music! Matches all the songs on the movie. Also some real artists sing the songs. Even though Disney's name isn't on it..their musicians are the ones who preformed the songs

Beings Back Forgotten Songs
I saw this movie in theatres when it first came out, and I haven't watched it since. But I am in the orchestra, and I heard the grade above me play "Once Upon a December", and I was astounded. I heard the song again, and I loved it.
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Excellent
Great music.Each number is worthy of singing to!West Side Story should be a classic in every musical home collection.
Brilliant show music

BEAUTIFUL
This isn't Joseph. This is his oldest daughter.
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Amazing
There seems to be one consistency among all the bad reviews.
This CD is so [title of show]!
I saw [title of show] this past Wednesday in Union Square, and it was one of the best theatre experiences of my life. Sidesplittingly funny, self-referential and raunchy, yes, but also a bold and moving statement on and tribute to theatre and art, and the struggles one must go through in pursuit of artistic success in order to stay true to one's vision. The music and lyrics are clever and catchy, and some of the songs are absolutely beautiful. The cast (two of whom are the authors of the show) is top-notch, and the script is hilarious and, in the end, poignant. A truly wonderful piece of theatre, and a great cast album. The only caveat I would add is that, if you are not already a musical theatre fan, this show will completely go over your head.

[title of review]
I have listened to this CD twice now and will gladly put it away in the back of my CD cabinet.I found the performances to be fairly good, but the material was dreadful. The music was mediocore at best and the lyrics were uninspiring. I'm not against using foul language if there's a good reason for it, but in this show it didn't seem necessary or very meaningful to the plot or character development. Most of what they are trying to accomplish here has been done better in other shows, like Forbidden Broadway. I would take a pass on this one and spend your money on something else! ... Read more

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Its Annie
If you havent heard "Annie" but the CD. Its worth it. I can't say its the best show out there, but its a classic and rightfully so. This soundtrack also comes with bonous tracks which are such a treat, so this is the version of annie to get. Also all the voices on this CD are great, not so in all versions. My Favorite song is "Something Was Missing."

Don't Buy This Cd!
This cd sucks! Nobody can sing! Andrea McCardle is a horrible annie. Reid Shelton is the worst Daddy Warbucks Ever. Bert Healy sucks too. I Hate This Cd. Please Don't buy this, I'ts Horrible! It's A Humiliation To The Musical Annie! I'm 16, and I Grew Up with Aileen Quinn as Annie. Alicia Morton is The Best Annie. If you want a good Annie Cd, Buy The Television soundtrack to Annie. Everybody on this cd Sucks!

Nice Score, Bad Recording
"Annie" has a nice score, with several memorable numbers.Unfortunately, this recording is only so-so and needs improvement.
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When was the last time you heard a musical with a truly hilarious book? Rachel Sheinkin has concocted such a thing for Read more

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great music
I love a good Broadway musical & this was one of those .I love to listen to the music & tap my feet or whistle a tune as I work on my computer this allows me to do all that & more.

So orignal, hilarious, and enjoyable just to listen to.
"Spelling bee," although I have yet to see it on broadway (sadly), is easily one of the best shows currently running on Broadway). It is extremly comical and yet still touches your heart with numbers such as the phenominal "I love you song" that Olive (the best charactor) sings. The best songs are:
Realistcly Bizare... Finn!
If there was a 3.5 on the stars I would give this that. The show is not by any means bad. The lyrics are phenominal! William Finn is a master of words. However the whole thing just doesnt give me chills. So I would recomend this to anyone who likes Broadway or Finn. As a show full of ballad... this is not it. It is a show of characters, so if your looking for some character study this might be a winner. My favorite songs are "My Unfortunate Erection (Chip's Lament)" and "Pandemonium." ... Read more

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Don't have the time (or the props) to watch the whole movie?Just puton the soundtrack--it's got all the best parts without the dialog in-between! Well, isn't that what an Original Soundtrack Recording like this isRead more

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Hot Patootie!! This this sweeter than an old Steve Reeves movie!
As a seven-year-old I can remember going to my Nana's house on Saturday nights. It seems that my parents were caught in the craze of 1975, The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
Ahhhhh a cult classic to DVD
This is a great movie to have on DVD. It has some extra features like being able to see what they do in the live show on certain parts. It is wonderful! Highly recommend!

bless my soul
Wow, this is incredible music - for an incredible movie. The songs will grow on you so much, they are truly original. My favorites are sweet transvestite, I can make you a man, and saturday night. But all of the songs are brilliant, and this is the only soundtrack you will ever need, buy it now. ... Read more

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From the second the majestic overture of Rodgers and Hammerstein's 1949 show starts, you know you're in for a treat: In this age of diminished Broadway pits, hearing the 45-piece Orchestra of St. Luke's firing on all cylinders is just thrilling. And that's only the beginning of the fun in this most traditional, most delightful musical, recorded live at Carnegie Hall in June 2005. As Nellie Forbush, Reba McEntire deploys a homespun Southern charm that works marvels against the urbane Emile de Becque, i.e., Brian Stokes Mitchell and his impossibly buttery baritone (check out his rendition of "Some Enchanted Evening"). Of course we shouldn't be surprised, since country star Reba had turned out to be musical-theater star Reba when she replaced Bernadette Peters in Read more

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THERE IS NOTHIN' LIKE REBA
With music and lyrics by Rodgers and Hammersteins' "South Pacific" in Concert features a jubilant Reba McEntire in a kicky, knock 'em dead in the aisles performance as Nellie Forbush is a "died and gone to heaven" listening experience. With her homey Southern twang she fits the bill perfectly as,(Nellies self-description)"I am just a hick". Her Emile DeBecque on the recording Brian Stokes Mitchell confirms his justified status as one of Broadways best leading men with his rich and powerful voice. Jason Danieley gives a fine and sweet-voiced rendition of "Younger Than Springtime" that would be fine in any season.
Great Job of Patching It Together
I saw this concert and was amazed that the CD and DVD turned out so well. Reba read many of her lines and song lyrics directly from her script at the concert, so much of the material must be from the dress rehearsal.
A wonderful blend of voices
I have been a Reba McEntire fan for many years. I had the good fortune to see her on Broadway in "Annie Get Your Gun". Her performance was amazing, and it was hard to believe that she was not trained in the musical theater, she held the audience in the palm of her hand.
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Winner of five Oscars (including two for Richard and Robert Sherman's memorable slate of songs), Disney's 1964 adaptation of British author P.L. Travers' belovedchildren's tales melded live action, animation and music more successfully than any film before or since. Containing the most complete version of the ShermanBrothers' score and a wealth of previously unavailable behind-the-scenes treasures, this double-disc, 40th anniversary soundtrack edition becomes the ultimatemusical tribute to the beloved family masterpiece. The Sherman's memorable songs are showcased here in a more comprehensive musical context than ever before;indeed, a number of the expanded or previously unreleased pieces of the Irwin Kostal-arranged underscore now included were truncated in editing the film itself. Thegenerous bonus disc contains the set's greatest historical treasure: a 40+ minute pre-production story meeting between the Shermans, gag writer Don DaGradi andauthor Travers herself. Also included is a lengthy 1964 audio documentary featuring the Shermans and stars Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke, an audio montage of the songwriting team reminiscing and playing their original demos for the project and an illustrated 40-page companion booklet containing a history of the project as well as complete song lyrics.Read more

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Silly and without message? Quite the opposite!
From Wikipedia:
a classic
Julie Andrews was incredible in this. This musical came out brilliantly on film. The music is wonderful and the imagination is great for both children and adults.
The Songs I Still Hum
I was given "Mary Poppins" when I was four, in 1970. Then, it was in LP 33 rpm form. I still hum most of the songs. You will too. Though it was released several decades before, it is a classic, entertaining and completely delightful CD.
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With its rich film catalog, Disney has a natural advantage when it comes to expanding into musical theater. But 1999's Read more

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Skip the Show...Buy the CD!
A fan of Disney theater, I was disappointed by the Broadway version of Tarzan EXCEPT for the music. The original Phil Collins songs are intact and there are some new and beautiful songs added.Especially lovely are:
Tarzan comes to the stage
Act I
Disney Cashes in again.
If youve seen the animated movie, youve seen the broadway show. The script is nothing amazing. Phil Collins songs are good, but the original songs are the best. The real "show" is the amazing set. The asthetics of this show are amazing. There are some good ballads that Tazan sings, and Terk is a very fun part. Not a bad show for new broadway listners. Othrwise if you like Collins this is a show for you. Favorite Songs: "Different" and "Everything That I Am" ... Read more

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For one brief, shining moment, there was a place known as Camelot--and this 1961 recording is the only document available of JFK's favorite musical, the one that's been used to describe his presidential administration ever since. Truthfully, Lerner and Loewe's musical score for this retelling of the King Arthur story doesn't measure up to Read more

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One of the most memorable and enchanting Broadway musicals
I was a child when I first heard this.This was probably my father'sfavorite musical.For me, this is the definitive Camelot.The combination of Richard Burton, Julie Andrews, Robert Goulet, and Roddy McDowall was pure magic.So in a fit of nostalgia, I ordered this.And even now, I still feel its hold on me.
The Original
This is the must-have version of this musical.Richard Burton, Robert Goulet and Roddy McDowell are all fabulous as is the rest of the cast.

Camelot (original Cast)
I bought this as a gift to my sister who simply loved and treasured it. ... Read more

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As good as the movie, the music is fitting, fun show to see and hear