Immerse yourself in the vibrant sounds of Leonard Bernstein's "Wonderful Town," a captivating orchestral journey released on September 7, 2018, under the LSO Live label. This album is a delightful blend of classical and orchestral genres, spanning a total of 1 hour and 14 minutes of enchanting music.
The tracklist is a lively mix of overtures, musical numbers, and reprises, each bringing a unique flavor to the album. From the energetic "Overture" and the charming "Christopher Street" to the playful "Conga!" and the romantic "It's Love," Bernstein's compositions are a testament to his genius and versatility. The album also includes a bonus track, "Conga! (Audience Participation Version)," adding an interactive element to the listening experience.
Leonard Bernstein, a name synonymous with musical brilliance, brings his signature style to this album, making it a standout piece in his extensive discography. Whether you're a longtime fan of Bernstein or a newcomer to his work, "Wonderful Town" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that showcases the best of classical and orchestral music.
Tracks
Wonderful Town: No. 1, OvertureLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Wonderful Town, Act I: No. 2. Christopher StreetLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, Ashley Riches, London Symphony Orchestra, Flora Dawson, London Symphony Chorus
Wonderful Town, Act I: No. 3. OhioLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, Danielle de Niese, London Symphony Orchestra, Alysha Umphress
Wonderful Town, Act I: No. 4. Conquering New YorkLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, Alysha Umphress, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
Wonderful Town, Act I: No. 5. One Hundred Easy Ways to Lose a ManLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, Alysha Umphress, London Symphony Orchestra
Wonderful Town, Act I: No. 6. What a WasteLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, Alysha Umphress, David Butt Philip, London Symphony Orchestra, Duncan Rock, Nathan Gunn, Ashley Riches
Wonderful Town, Act I: No. 8. A Little Bit in LoveLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Danielle de Niese
Wonderful Town, Act I: No. 9. Pass the FootballLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, Duncan Rock, London Symphony Orchestra
Wonderful Town, Act I: No. 10. Conversation PieceLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, Stephen John Davies, Ashley Riches, Alysha Umphress, Nathan Gunn, Danielle de Niese, London Symphony Orchestra
Wonderful Town, Act I: No. 11. A Quiet GirlLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Nathan Gunn
Wonderful Town, Act I: No. 12. Conga!Leonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, Kevin Brewis, London Symphony Chorus, Alysha Umphress, London Symphony Orchestra
Wonderful Town: No. 13: Entr'acteLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Wonderful Town, Act II: No. 14. My Darlin' EileenLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, Kevin Brewis, London Symphony Chorus, David Butt Philip, Michael Baxter, Danielle de Niese, Andrew Keelan, London Symphony Orchestra, Stephen John Davies
Wonderful Town, Act II: No. 15. Swing!Leonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Keelan, Jane Quinn, London Symphony Chorus, Kevin Brewis, Sophia Foroughi, Alysha Umphress
Wonderful Town, Act II: No. 16. Quiet IncidentalLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, Danielle de Niese, London Symphony Orchestra, Alysha Umphress
Wonderful Town, Act II: No. 16a. Ohio (Reprise)Leonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Danielle de Niese, Alysha Umphress
Wonderful Town, Act II: No. 17. It's LoveLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Danielle de Niese, London Symphony Chorus, Nathan Gunn
Wonderful Town, Act II: No. 18. Ballet at the Village VortexLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Wonderful Town, Act II: No. 19. Wrong Note RagLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, Alysha Umphress, London Symphony Orchestra, Danielle de Niese, London Symphony Chorus
Wonderful Town, Act II: No. 19a. It's Love (Reprise)Leonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Chorus, Alysha Umphress, Nathan Gunn, Danielle de Niese, London Symphony Orchestra
Wonderful Town, Act I: No. 12. Conga! (Audience Participation Version) - Bonus TrackLeonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus, Kevin Brewis, Alysha Umphress
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