Broadway musical soundtracks in Original Cast Music

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"Chicago - A Musical Vaudeville" (11/12/1996) Original Cast Original Cast, Arista Records (USA)Music composed by John Kander. Lyrics written by Fred Ebb. Principal cast includes: Gwen Verdon (Roxie Hart); Chita Rivera (Velma Kelly); Jerry Orbach (Billy Flynn); Richard Korthaze (Sergeant Fogarty); Barney Martin (Amos Hart). Reissue producer: Didier Deutsch. Recorded at A&R Studios, New York, New York on June 17-22, 1975. Includes original liner notes by Ray Errol Fox, Cheryl Sue Dolby and reissue liner notes by Didier Deutsch. All tracks have been digitally remastered.

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"Chess (Polydor)" (07/23/1996) Original Cast Original Cast, Polydor (USA)Personnel includes: Anders Eljas (conductor); Elaine Paige, Murray Head, Tommy Korberg, Barbara Dickson, Denis Quilley, Bjorn Skifs, Per Lindvall, Lasse Wellander, Rutger Gunnarsson, London Symphony Orchestra, Ambrosia Singers.

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"Little Women: The Musical" (05/03/2005) Original Cast Original Cast, GhostlightComposer: Jason Howland. Lyricist: Mindi Dickstein. Original Cast Recording: Danny Gurwin, Janet Carroll, Sutton Foster, Maureen McGovern, Amy McAlexander, Megan McGinnis, Jenny Powers, John Hickok. Recording information: The Hit Factory, New York, New York (02/03/2005).

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"Grease" (10/25/1990) Original Cast Original Cast, Polydor (USA)From the original Broadway run directed by Tom Moore. Book, music and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey. Remastered by Jose Rodriguez.

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"La Cage aux Folles" (10/25/1990) Original Cast Original Cast, RCA Victor Records (USA)All music written by Jerry Herman.

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"Kiss of the Spider Woman: The Musical" (04/06/1993) Original Cast Original Cast, RCA Victor Records (USA)Cast includes: Chita Rivera.

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"Titanic: A New Musical" (07/01/1997) Original Cast Original Cast, RCA Victor Records (USA)Principal cast includes: John Cunningham (Capt. E.J. Smith); David Costabile (1st Officer William Murdoch); John Bolton (2nd Officer Charles Lightoller); Matthew Bennett (3rd Officer Herbert J. Pitman); Ted Sperling (Wallace Hartley, Orchestra Leader); David Garrison (J. Bruce Ismay); Michael Cerveris (Thomas Andrews); Larry Keith (Isidor Straus); Alma Cuervo (Ida Straus); William Youmans (J.J. Astor); Lisa Datz (Madeleine Astor); Don Stephenson (Charles Clarke); Judith Blazer (Caroline Neville); Bill Buell (Edgar Beane); Victoria Clark (Alice Beane); Jennifer Piech (Kate McGowan); Theresa McCarthy (Kate Murphey); Erin Hill (Kate Mullins); Clarke Thorell (Jim Farrell). Recorded at The Hit Factory's Studio I, New York, New York on April 27, 1997. TITANIC: A NEW MUSICAL was nominated for a 1998 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show.

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"Gypsy [Remaster]" (05/18/1999) Original Cast Original Cast, Columbia (USA)Music composed by Julie Styne. Lyrics written by Stephen Sondheim. Principal cast includes: Ethel Merman (Mama Rose); Jack Klugman (Herbie); Sandra Church (Louise); Lane Bradbury (June); Paul Wallace (Tulsa); Jaqueline Mayro (Baby June); Karen Moore (Baby Louise); Faith Dane (Mazeppa); Chotzi Foley (Electra); Maria Karnilova (Tessie); Bobby Brownell, Gene Castle, Steve Curry, Billy Harris (Newsboys); Marvin Arnold, Ricky Coll, Don Emmons, Michael Parks, Ian Tucker, Paul Wallace, David Winters (Farmboys). Producer: Goddard Lieberson. Recorded on May 24, 1959. Originally released on Columbia (OL 5420). Composer: Jule Styne. Lyricist: Stephen Sondheim. GYPSY, which opened on May 21, 1959 at the Broadway Theatre in New York, remains one of the most enduring works of American musical theater, thanks largely to Jule Styne and Stephen Sondheim's memorable score and the inimitable voice of Ethel Merman, all beautifully captured on the original cast recording. For Styne, GYPSY was a crowning achievement and a perfect example of his ability to suit his music for a particular singer. And while Sondheim had initially hoped to write not only the lyrics but the music as well, the task turned out to be the ultimate proving ground: his lyrics were perfectly suited both to the music and the characters. This remastered version of the original cast recording offers a few departures from its predecessor, particularly in the restoration of several edits and the occasional use of alternate takes. As explained in the liner notes, a longer production schedule (to say nothing of more advanced technology) allows for careful examination of the original masters, a luxury not afforded the original producers, who were under pressure to get the job done as quickly as possible. In addition, the reissue contains several bonus tracks not included in the original release.

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"The Boy From Oz" (11/18/2003) Original Cast Original Cast, Decca (USA)Principal cast includes: Hugh Jackman (Peter Allen); Mitchel David Federan (Young Peter); Beth Fowler (Marion Woolnough); Michael Mulheren (Dick Woolnough); Timothy A. Fitz-Gerald (Chris Bell); Isabel Keating (Judy Garland); Stephanie J. Block (Liza Minnelli). Recorded at Right Track Studios, New York, New York on October 20, 2003. Includes liner notes by Stephen MacLean. Hugh Jackman broke through to stardom as the claw-wielding Wolverine in the X-MEN films. However, Jackman's earlier roles had the charismatic Australian performing in musicals, particularly a 1999 production of OKLAHOMA!, where he portrayed the lead character, Curly McLain. THE BOY FROM OZ marks Jackman's triumphant return to the stage as Peter Allen, the 1970s theater icon (and a fellow Aussie). Although the production features an excellent supporting cast, it's clearly Jackman's show, as he belts out Allen's own tunes, while dancing with a fierce, flamboyant energy. "The Lives of Me" kicks things off with wah-wah guitar riffs and dramatic horn fanfare, before settling into a thoughtful mood that allows the spotlight to shine on Jackman and his emotive vocals. Other numbers ride the roller coaster of Allen's life, from the giddy highs to the tragic lows. Throughout THE BOY FROM OZ, Jackman carries the show, exuding a charm and grace that led to him winning a Tony Award for Best Actor in 2004.

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"Bat Boy-the Musical" (06/05/2001) Original Cast Original Cast, RCA Victor Records (USA)Music and lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe. Principal cast includes: Deven May (Bat Boy); Daria Hardeman (Ruthie Taylor); Doug Storm (Rick Taylor); Kathy Brier (Ron Taylor); Richard Pruitt (Sheriff Reynolds); Kaitlin Hopkins (Meredith Parker); Kerry Butler (Shelley Parker); Trent Armand Kendall (Roy); Jim Price (Bud). Recorded at Avatar Studio A, New York, New York on April 9, 2001 and Sear Sound, New York, New York on April 12, 2001. Includes liner notes by Susan Kulpa-Clontz.

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"Oklahoma! [Remaster]" (05/16/2000) Original Cast Original Cast, Decca (USA)Music composed by Richard Rodgers. Lyrics written by Oscar Hammerstein II. Principal cast includes: Alfred Drake (Curly); Celeste Holm (Ado Annie Carnes); Joan Roberts (Laurey); Howard Da Silva (Jud Fry); Lee Dixon (Will Parker). Reissue producers: Andy McKaie, Ron O'Brien, Max O. Preeo. Recorded in 1943 and 1944. Originally released on the Decca label. Includes liner notes by Max O. Preeo. All tracks have been digitally remastered. Rodgers & Hammerstein's adaptation of Lynn Riggs' play GREE GROW THE LILACS marked the birth of the modern musical. Music, lyrics, and choreography came together as never before to tell a uniquely American story, and enthralled audiences flocked to the show, breaking Broadway box-office records. In keeping with the production's pioneering spirit, it was also the first instance in which the entire cast was brought to the studio to record the show's musical numbers, thus originating the original cast recording. The concept proved highly successful--it wasn't long after the initial release of six-discs of 78s that another release featuring several songs not included in original set was brought to market. Eventually, the recording was transferred to LP, but without the additional songs; not until the 50th anniversary CD reissue were all the tracks available in one place. While most of the cast, with the possible exception of Celeste Holme, may no longer be well known, the songs are immortal. "Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin'," "Surrey With the Fringe on Top," and, of course, "Oklahoma" are classics of American song. If there is any question as to what has made this show a classic, the answer is right here.

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"Caroline, Or Change" (06/29/2004) Original Cast Original Cast, Hollywood RecordsComposer: Jeanine Tesori. Lyricist: Tony Kushner. Original Cast Recording: Tonya Pinkins, Veanne Cox, Reathel Bean, Harrison Chad, Tracy Nicole Chapman, David Costabile, Aisha de Hass. Liner Note Author: Lynne Tillman. Recording information: Right Track Studio, New York City (04/26/2004).

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"Sherry! The Broadway Musical" (02/24/2004) Original Cast Original Cast, Angel RecordsDisc two is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files. Original cast includes: Nathan Lane (Sheridan Whiteside); Bernadette Peters (Maggie Cutler); Carol Burnett (Lorraine Sheldon); Mike Myers (Banjo); Tommy Tune (Beverly Carlton). Recorded in Bratislava, Slovakia on May 2001 and Prague, Czech Republic in January 2003. Includes liner notes by James Lipton. This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files.

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"Big: The Musical" (09/25/2001) Original Cast Original Cast, Decca (USA)Music composed by David Shire. Lyrics written by Richard Maltby, Jr.. Principal cast includes: Lizzy Mack (Cynthia Benson); Patrick Levis (Young Josh); Samantha Robyn Lee (Tiffany); Lori Aine Bennett (Maggie); Barbara Walsh (Mrs. Baskin); John Sloman (Mr. Baskin); Ray Wills (Mr. Kopecki, Panhandler); Brett Tabisel (Billy); Donna Lee Marshall (Diane, Mrs. Kopecki); Clent Bowers (Barrett, Carnival Man); Alex Sanchez (Derek); Michel Bell (Voice Of Zoltar); Daniel Jenkins (Josh Baskin). Recorded at The Hit Factory, New York, New York. Includes liner notes by Jonathan Schwartz.

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"Broadway: The American Musical (Box) [Box]" (10/19/2004) Original Cast Original Soundtrack, Columbia (USA)This boxed set includes a 55 page booklet containing annotations about each track and photographs from each production. Liner Note Authors: Michael Kantor; Lawrence Maslon.

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"Company" (02/20/1996) Original Cast Original Cast, EMI Angel (USA)

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"Very Good Eddie" (09/07/1993) Original Cast Original Cast, DRG (USA)Music composed by Jerome Kern. Lyrics written by Schuyler Greene. Principal Cast: David Christmas, Spring Fairbank, Travis Hudson, Charles Repole, Virginia Seidel, Hal Shane, Cynthia Wells, Nicholas Wyman. Includes liner notes by Alfred Simon.

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"Kismet" (11/19/1991) Original Cast Original Cast, Sony Broadway

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"I Love My Wife" (04/10/1992) Original Cast Original Cast, DRG (USA)Music composed by Cy Coleman. Lyrics written by Michael Stewart.