Renée Fleming, the renowned opera star, takes a captivating journey back to her roots with her 2018 album "Broadway." This enchanting collection, released under Decca Music Group Ltd., is a testament to Fleming's versatility and love for musical theater. The album spans decades of Broadway classics, from the 1920s to contemporary hits, showcasing Fleming's ability to seamlessly blend her operatic prowess with the charm and storytelling of Broadway.
"Broadway" features 17 tracks, each a sparkling new rendition of beloved musical-theater classics. Accompanied by the BBC Concert Orchestra and conducted by Rob Fisher, Fleming brings a fresh perspective to timeless songs. The album includes iconic pieces such as "The Sound of Music," "Something Wonderful" from "The King and I," and "Till There Was You" from "The Music Man," alongside more recent hits like "So Big/So Small" from "Dear Evan Hansen" and "August Winds" from "The Last Ship."
Fleming's background in jazz and pop shines through in this album, reflecting her evolution as an artist and her ability to connect with a wide audience. The album's deep exploration of musical theater traditions from different eras offers a rich listening experience, highlighting Fleming's vocal range and interpretive skills. Whether you're a longtime fan of Renée Fleming or a newcomer to her work, "Broadway" is a delightful celebration of musical theater's enduring appeal.
Fable - From "The Light in the Piazza"Adam Guettel, Renée Fleming, Joseph Thalken, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
Loneliness of Evening - From "South Pacific"Richard Rodgers, Renée Fleming, Dan Tepfer, Christian McBride, Carl Allen, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
Medley: Children will Listen / You've Got to be Carefully Taught - From "Into the Woods" & "South Pacific"Stephen Sondheim, Richard Rodgers, Renée Fleming, Leslie Odom Jr., BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
So Big/So Small - From "Dear Evan Hansen"Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, Renée Fleming, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher, Matt Beck
Something Wonderful - From "The King and I"Richard Rodgers, Renée Fleming, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
A Wonderful Guy - From "South Pacific"Richard Rodgers, Renée Fleming, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
Lay Down Your Head - From "Violet"Jeanine Tesori, Renée Fleming, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
Down In The Depths (On The Ninetieth Floor) - From "Red, Hot and Blue"Cole Porter, Renée Fleming, Dan Tepfer, Christian McBride, Carl Allen, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
Medley: Love and Love Alone / Winter - From "The Visit"John Kander, Renée Fleming, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
Dear Friend - From "She Loves Me"Jerry Bock, Renée Fleming, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
The Sound of Music - From "The Sound of Music"Richard Rodgers, Renée Fleming, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
Unusual Way - From "Nine"Maury Yeston, Renée Fleming, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
Till There Was You - From "The Music Man"Meredith Willson, Renée Fleming, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
The Glamorous Life - From "A Little Night Music"Stephen Sondheim, Renée Fleming, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
Tell Me on a Sunday - From "Song and Dance"Andrew Lloyd Webber, Renée Fleming, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
August Winds - From "The Last Ship"Sting, Renée Fleming, Matt Beck, BBC Concert Orchestra, Rob Fisher
All the Things You Are - From "Very Warm for May"Jerome Kern, Renée Fleming, Dan Tepfer, Christian McBride, Carl Allen
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