Profile for ChEMD

Even JRB mentioned that it was a financial failure, and he was extremely lucky it got recorded. Why would a producer take a chance on this show again, from a financial point of view?

AOML, I believe Trude Rittman did some of the vocal score reductions, but she was primarily a dance music arranger. I think she died within the past 5 years. The other sad thing is that [not to sound cynical], but I doubt most of the Tony voters can properly determine what the best orchestration should be. Paul Gemignani mentioned this a few years ago and proposed a committee comprised of musical directors, composers, and orchestrators to nominate [and vote]. How many of them can distinguish ...

I believe that a couple of years ago Jonathan Tunick was nominated for a reduced orchestration of his original orchestrations. I believe that Sarah Travis' orchestrations for Sweeney are great for the production and within the context of the show. But, the basic melodic lines and counterpoints from the original are still pretty much retained. I did listen to the CD, and found that the orchestrations really don't hold up that well. Meaning, as a listening experience for Sweeney, I would rather...

Bernarda Alba (by Michael John LaChiusa)

When did Grey Gardens transferring to bway become a definite?

Any definites on the recording? Label, etc...

Where is that audio from?

I didn't see the original or revival of Sweet Charity, and I thought this production was really bad. I've seen better amateur productions...