Immerse yourself in the timeless magic of Frederick Loewe's enchanting score for the beloved musical "My Fair Lady." This meticulously crafted album, set for release on September 26, 2025, under the prestigious Chandos label, offers a comprehensive journey through the iconic compositions that have captivated audiences for generations. Spanning a duration of two hours and one minute, this album is a testament to Loewe's genius, featuring every note from the original production, including the rarely heard original ending.
From the opening overture to the final curtain call, the album meticulously follows the narrative of "My Fair Lady," with each track corresponding to a specific scene or moment in the show. The album begins with the lively "Overture" and quickly dives into the charming "Why Can’t the English?" and the dreamy "Wouldn't It Be Loverly?" As the story unfolds, you'll be treated to a symphony of beloved tunes such as "The Rain in Spain," "I Could Have Danced All Night," and "On the Street Where You Live," each performed with the same brilliance and charm that have made them timeless classics.
The album also includes instrumental pieces that set the scene and enhance the storytelling, such as "Race Track Fanfare," "Ascot Gavotte," and "Embassy Waltz." These tracks, along with the vocal performances, showcase Loewe's ability to create music that is both evocative and memorable. The album concludes with the original ending, featuring tracks like "Come to the Ball," "Dressing Eliza Ballet," and "Say a Prayer for Me Tonight," offering a unique glimpse into the creative process behind this beloved musical.
Whether you're a longtime fan of "My Fair Lady" or a newcomer to the world of musical theater, this album is a treasure trove of musical delights. Frederick Loewe's compositions, brought to life with exquisite attention to detail, offer a rich and rewarding listening experience that celebrates the enduring legacy of this classic musical.
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Tracks
My Fair Lady: OvertureFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 1: Opening SceneFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Scarlett Strallen, Jamie Parker
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 1: Why Can’t the English?Frederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Jamie Parker, Scarlett Strallen, Malcolm Sinclair
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 1: Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?Frederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, Scarlett Strallen, Tom Ping, Connor Carson, Tom Liggins, Hal Cazalet, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 2: Come On, Eliza, Slip Your Old Dad Half a Crown to Go Home OnFrederick Loewe, Alun Armstrong, Scarlett Strallen, Adam Vaughan
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 2: With a Little Bit of LuckFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, Alun Armstrong, Sharif Afifi, Adam Vaughan, Maria Coyne, Connor Carson, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 2: Change of SceneFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 3: In Six Months - In Three If She Has a Good Ear and a Quick TongueFrederick Loewe, Jamie Parker, Malcolm Sinclair
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 3: I’m an Ordinary ManFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Jamie Parker
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 3: Change of SceneFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 4: How'd Ya Like That?Frederick Loewe, Annie Wensak, Leo Roberts, Alun Armstrong
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 4: With a Little Bit of Luck (Reprise)Frederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Alun Armstrong, Sharif Afifi, Adam Vaughan
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 4: Change of SceneFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 5: Say Your VowelsFrederick Loewe, Jamie Parker, Scarlett Strallen, Malcolm Sinclair
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 5: Just You WaitFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Scarlett Strallen, Jamie Parker
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 5: The Servants’ ChorusFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Jamie Parker, Scarlett Strallen, Malcolm Sinclair
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 5: The Rain in SpainFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Scarlett Strallen, Jamie Parker, Malcolm Sinclair, Julia McKenzie
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 5: I Could Have Danced All NightFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Scarlett Strallen, Deborah Crowe, Wendy Ferguson, Julia McKenzie
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 5: Change of Scene. Race Track FanfareFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 6: Colonel Pickering, I Don't UnderstandFrederick Loewe, Penelope Wilton, Malcolm Sinclair, Matt McDonald
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 7: Ascot GavotteFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 7: End of Gavotte and Blackout MusicFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Malcolm Sinclair, Penelope Wilton, Laurence Kilsby, Scarlett Strallen
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 8: Officer, I Know This Is Wimpole StreetFrederick Loewe, Laurence Kilsby, Will Richardson, Charlotte Kennedy
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 8: On the Street Where You LiveFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Laurence Kilsby, Charlotte Kennedy, Julia McKenzie
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 9: Eliza’s EntranceFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Malcolm Sinclair, Scarlett Strallen, Jamie Parker
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 9: Introduction to PromenadeFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 10: PromenadeFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Tom Ping, Malcolm Sinclair, Penelope Wilton
My Fair Lady, Act I Scene 11: Embassy WaltzFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady: Entr’acteFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 1: You Did ItFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Malcolm Sinclair, Jamie Parker, Julia McKenzie, Annie Wensak
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 1: Just You Wait (Reprise)Frederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Scarlett Strallen
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 2: On the Street Where You Live (Reprise)Frederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Laurence Kilsby, Scarlett Strallen
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 2: Show MeFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Scarlett Strallen, Laurence Kilsby
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 3: The Flower MarketFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Tom Ping, Connor Carson, Tom Liggins, Hal Cazalet, Scarlett Strallen
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 3: Get Me to the Church on TimeFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Alun Armstrong, Sharif Afifi, Adam Vaughan
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 3: Change of SceneFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 4: Now, See Here, My Good ManFrederick Loewe, Malcolm Sinclair
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 4: A Hymn to HimFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Jamie Parker, Malcolm Sinclair, Julia McKenzie
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 4: Change of SceneFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 5: Well, Eliza, You've Had a Bit of Your Own BackFrederick Loewe, Jamie Parker, Scarlett Strallen
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 5: Without YouFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Scarlett Strallen, Jamie Parker, Penelope Wilton
My Fair Lady, Act II Scenes 6 & 7: I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her FaceFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Jamie Parker, Scarlett Strallen
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 7: Music for Curtain CallsFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act II Scene 7: Exit MusicFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I: Original Ending. Come to the BallFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Jamie Parker
My Fair Lady Act I: Original Ending. Dressing Eliza BalletFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I: Original Ending. Say a Prayer for Me TonightFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson, Scarlett Strallen
My Fair Lady, Act I: Original Ending. Bridge After Say a Prayer for Me TonightFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I: Original Ending. Ballroom Introduction - Embassy WaltzFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson
My Fair Lady, Act I: Freddie's Song. End of AscotFrederick Loewe, Sinfonia Of London, John Wilson