who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?
who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?
who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#0
Posted: 5/24/05 at 1:11am
I am going to get mine tomorrow. Right after I go to Lincoln Center library to look up all the songs that everyone has recommended for us to close our cabaret with.
the cabaret I am producing
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#1
Posted: 5/24/05 at 1:15amYou win. I'm getting mine as soon as it comes in at Borders.
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#2
Posted: 5/24/05 at 1:22am
I've been looking forward to tomorrow for way too long. The time for the CD HAS COME! It's my first item of business for the day.
Yay piazza :0)
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#3
Posted: 5/24/05 at 2:47amA friend of mine made a midnight run to pick it up...god love him.
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#4
Posted: 5/24/05 at 2:57amI picked it up at 8:00 last evening (Monday). There were legal stipulations with Virgin that wouldn't allow them to release it any earlier than midnight. However, I couldn't wait any longer so I splurged the money at Colony. Haven't stopped listening since. One of the most captivating cast albums in years. Captures the performances of the principals in glorious voice, providing enough dialogue and underscoring for a complete listening experience. It also presents those glorious orchestrations - such sublime charts - as well as the complete overture, which they apparently spliced in half for the Broadway run. Definitely a favorite cast album of mine.
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re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#5
Posted: 5/24/05 at 3:11am
lvpblues, I'm so glad you like the recording. I can't wait to get mine. The show has some of the most beautiful music I've heard on Broadway in a very long time, and the cast are amazing. I'm only going on sound clips I've heard, and can't wait to see it. It better win best music at the tony's.
Mary P x
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#6
Posted: 5/24/05 at 3:17am
Mary P x, you have no idea how obsessed with this show I've become. I had the fortunate privilege of attending the opening night performance and was completely blown away by the experience. Really such a beautiful, poignant and romantic show. Vicki Clark is absolutely astounding - and I'm rooting for her to win the Tony. Her performance of "Fable" at the Drama Desk awards the other evening was absolutely beautiful and so marvelously acted. The rest of the cast is incredible as well. I look forward to reading your reactions when you do see it!
By the way, the original cast recording of "Mary Poppins" didn't leave my player for over a week when I got it. Such a marvelous show and recording. I look forward to seeing that one myself. Love the name. 
~K
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re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#7
Posted: 5/24/05 at 3:36am
I don't really know anything about this show...but this board is convincing me to give it a shot. As far as music style (as compares to other shows) I get the feeling it's a little more in line with Les Mis than a more traditional musical like (first one that came to mind) Fiddler. Based on the existence of that discussion on other threads....here's my question:
If I get the cast recording, do the songs tell me what's going on, or will I need to do some extra research on the plot (i.e. ask those of you who love the show!) for guidance?
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#8
Posted: 5/24/05 at 3:49am
The show is far from the Les Miz/pop opera vein - the roles are written for legit voices (how many other shows boast four principal soprano roles?). The music is by Adam Guettel, who is unique in style and complex in structure as a composer. Anyone who's heard his other work will agree. There have been many on-going debates going on about the show - particularly with it receiving almost every reaction one could think of (though most people I know who've seen it are captivated). I personally feel that it's in a class of its own. The only show that I have noticed people comparing it to is "A Little Night Music," which I can sort of see, but still hold reservations in passing such a judgment. Personally, I find the music incredibly accessible. For me, I got it on the first complete listen at the opening night performance. The joy of the cast recording is definitely finding the nuances and subtle brilliance in the score. (And I cannot comment on the gorgeous orchestrations enough).
Also, the show is a beautifully integrated musical. The songs stem from the characters and you definitely get an idea of what's going on. I do recommend seeing it for the full effect: the actors and the performances along with the orchestration matched with the gorgeous scenography makes for a rather beautiful evening at the Beaumont.
I hope I helped somewhat, musicnmath. Go see it while you have the chance!
~K
Updated On: 5/24/05 at 03:49 AM
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#9
Posted: 5/24/05 at 4:05am
musicnmath, you probably won't need to research much of the plot because the plot is fairly basic, except you probably won't be able to discern the reason that Victoria Clark's character (Margaret, the mother) is so reluctant to let Clara go, since they try to wait awhile in the show to reveal it and I'm pretty sure it's not said in the music. But I think even looking at a couple reviews may give you enough information.
You really should give it a shot. The show left me speechless (I saw Adam Guettel outside the theatre but was too dumbstruck to congratulate him). It's a must-see and if you can't see it, the CD is a must-have. I would elaborate, but I think lvpblues spoke for all of us :)
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/13/05
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#10
Posted: 5/24/05 at 4:26am
lvpblues and pinguin -- Thanks! Your comments were very helpful. Especially regrading the legit voices -- I had no idea it didn't have a musical theatre sound (on a spectrum where Brooklyn occupies the other end). What diversity Broadway has seen in the new musicals category this year!
I will definitely give it a listen. I am in Boston, so I'm hoping to make the trek down to see the show live! I so enjoy discovering new shows to love (and drive my roommates nuts with )
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#11
Posted: 5/24/05 at 9:57am
i live right outside of ann arbor, michigan. i had b&n order a copy for me weeks ago. i just got back from going to pick it up and guess what, its not in. they dont have it and their warehouse dosent have it. they said the release date their computer is now showing is june 2nd (not even a tuesday).
so
pissed
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#12
Posted: 5/24/05 at 10:14am
I will be in Lincoln Center on the 7th. If I can't make it to a music store before that, hopefully I can get it then.
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#13
Posted: 5/24/05 at 10:34amSomeone pre-ordered me a copy for my birthday (tomorrow) off of amazon, so I'm going to have to endure the torturous wait...buuut I'm getting the novella with the C.D., which is exciting.
Broadway Legend Joined: 11/9/04
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#14
Posted: 5/24/05 at 10:35am
On my walk to the Stardust Diner this afternoon for my audition, I'm going to pick up a copy at Virgin. CAN'T WAIT!
Anyone know Virgin's price?
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#15
Posted: 5/24/05 at 11:49amI'm going to Tower in Lincoln Center during my lunch hour. Can't wait to get home and listen to it. I'm seeing Piazza for the second time this Saturday night. It'll be even better since I will have all the music memorized by then! I plan on listening to this recording non stop for days.
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re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#16
Posted: 5/24/05 at 12:04pmjust wondering for those who have it already, if it comes with the lyrics? and what about for the italian songs? I know someone wanted a translation but I couldnt remember all the lyrics to explain them in english.
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#17
Posted: 5/24/05 at 12:12pm
The CD is beautifully packaged like other Nonesuch cast recordings - CD, thick booklet in a cardboard slip-case. Though this one is remarkably more beautiful than others to look at with the beautiful golden-yellow color and silhouette of Clara - I have to agree with those who find it more attractive than the logo. Then again, I'm biased, but I honestly think the album itself is beautiful to look at...lol!
It comes with a book with some wonderful color photos of the cast, an essay by Frank Rich and complete lyrics. "Il Mondo Era Vuoto" is the only Italian translated into English (as it says in the booklet: for reference only). And its even more enlightening to those who do not know the language as the English lyrics are incredibly beautiful.
~K
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#18
Posted: 5/24/05 at 12:18pmI'm actually sitting in a Barnes and Noble right now, fuming that they don't have it, nor do any of their other stores in the area. I can't seem to figure out if Borders or any other chains got it or not. I've been waiting years for this -- literally ever since the day I finished listening to Floyd Collins for the first time. Why put me through this now??
Joined: 12/31/69
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#19
Posted: 5/24/05 at 12:34pm
good, im glad they included that!
I suppose the italian in Aiutami didnt need translating because half way through the song it changes to an explanation anyway.
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#20
Posted: 5/24/05 at 12:40pmEnglish lyrics may be beautiful, but never match the sweet rhythm of Italian lyrics...or many languages for that matter.
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#21
Posted: 5/24/05 at 12:44pm
Is this a CD that can be fully appreciated without seeing the show? I'm afraid I can't make it to the city to see it 
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re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#22
Posted: 5/24/05 at 12:56pmtimote316 - read the whole thread.
re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#23
Posted: 5/24/05 at 1:14pmThenardier, I agree completely. It's nice for Broadway to have its own original Italian aria. One of the things that struck me about the show is that the prior knowledge of Italian wasn't necessary to understand what was going on. I also love Fabrizio's musical arc. His first song is completely in Italian and throughout the musical, his songs are interspersed with more and more English till finally his last song is entirely in English - and what a beautiful song. Stunning.
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re: who will be the first to get The Light in the Piazza recording?#24
Posted: 5/24/05 at 1:38pm
i know you dont need to know italian to understand the song but people were curious as to the specifics so i was going to try to translate a bit if the booklet didnt...
i suppose I will be picking up my copy on Thursday unless my mom picks it up on her way home from work.
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