Leonard Bernstein's "On The Town" is a vibrant and energetic live recording that captures the essence of the iconic Broadway musical. Released on January 1, 2013, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon (DG) label, this album showcases Bernstein's masterful orchestration and the dynamic performances of the orchestra. With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, the album is a comprehensive journey through the musical's acts, featuring all the beloved songs and instrumental pieces.
The tracklist includes a mix of lively and romantic numbers, such as "New York, New York," "Lucky To Be Me," and "Some Other Time," as well as dramatic and introspective pieces like "Lonely Town" and "Ain't Got No Tears Left." The live recording brings an added layer of excitement and spontaneity, making it a thrilling experience for both longtime fans and newcomers to Bernstein's work. The album is a testament to Bernstein's enduring legacy as a composer and conductor, and it offers a captivating glimpse into the world of "On The Town."
On the Town, Act I: No. 1, I Feel Like I'm Not Out of Bed Yet - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Samuel Ramey, London Voices, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act I: No. 2, New York, New York - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Thomas Hampson, Kurt Ollmann, David Garrison, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act I: No. 3, Presentation of Miss Turnstiles - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Marie McLaughlin, Samuel Ramey, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act I: No. 4, Gabey's Comin' "Pickup Song" - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Kurt Ollmann, Thomas Hampson, David Garrison, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act I: No. 5, Taxi Number: Come Up To My Place - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Tyne Daly, Kurt Ollmann, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act I: No. 6, Carried Away - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Frederica von Stade, David Garrison, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act I: No. 7, Lonely Town - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Thomas Hampson, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act I: No. 8, High School Girls - LiveLeonard Bernstein, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act I: No. 9, Lonely Town - Pas de deux - LiveLeonard Bernstein, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act I: No. 10, Carnegie Hall Pavane - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Marie McLaughlin, Evelyn Lear, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas, London Voices
On the Town, Act I: No. 11, I Can Cook Too - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Tyne Daly, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act I: No. 12, Lucky To Be Me - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Thomas Hampson, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas, London Voices
On the Town, Act I: No. 13, Times Square (Finale) - LiveLeonard Bernstein, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II: No. 14, So Long, Baby - LiveLeonard Bernstein, London Voices, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II: No. 15, I Wish I Was Dead - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Meriel Dickinson, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II: No. 16, Ya Got Me - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Frederica von Stade, Kurt Ollmann, Tyne Daly, David Garrison, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II: No. 17, Ain't Got No Tears Left - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Cleo Laine, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II: No. 18, Pitkin's Song - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Samuel Ramey, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II: No. 19, Subway Ride and Imaginary Coney Island - LiveLeonard Bernstein, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II: No. 20, The Great Lover Displays Himself - LiveLeonard Bernstein, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II: No. 21, Pas de deux - LiveLeonard Bernstein, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II: No. 22, Some Other Time - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Frederica von Stade, Tyne Daly, David Garrison, Kurt Ollmann, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II: No. 23, The Real Coney Island - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Adolph Green, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II: No. 24, Finale - LiveLeonard Bernstein, Marie McLaughlin, Frederica von Stade, Thomas Hampson, Kurt Ollmann, Tyne Daly, David Garrison, London Voices, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
On the Town, Act II Appendix: No. 25, The Intermission's Great - LiveLeonard Bernstein, London Voices, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
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