Track Listings (12) - Disc #1| All Artists: Oscar Hammerstein Title: Oklahoma! (1964 Studio Cast) Members Wishing: 0 Total Copies: 2 Label: Sony Release Date: 5/28/2002 Album Type: Cast Recording, Original recording remastered Genres: Pop, Soundtracks, Broadway & Vocalists Styles: Vocal Pop, Musicals, Traditional Vocal Pop Number of Discs: 1 SwapaCD Credits: 1 UPCs: 074646187623, 5099706187622 |
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 | Oscar Hammerstein Oklahoma! (1964 Studio Cast) Genres: Pop, Soundtracks, Broadway & Vocalists
Rodgers & Hammerstein's impossibly optimistic heartland romp is rightly credited for launching a new Golden Age of American theater, one that lit up Broadway for much of the latter half of the 20th century. Oklahoma! h... more »     |
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Amazon.com Rodgers & Hammerstein's impossibly optimistic heartland romp is rightly credited for launching a new Golden Age of American theater, one that lit up Broadway for much of the latter half of the 20th century. Oklahoma! had already been an American musical classic for two decades (and had become a huge Hollywood film hit as well) when this new studio cast recording was commissioned in 1964. This marks the CD debut of that impeccably cast, sonically glorious revival, highlighted by a masterly performance from Carousel and Show Boat star John Raitt. Though the Broadway vet had toured in a stage revival and came to embody the lead character of Curly to a new generation, this would be his only recorded performance of the role. An 18-year-old Florence Henderson (in the role of Laurey) is also showcased, and this recording would help make her a star. This revival and its rich production values would also bolster a gratifying trend of Broadway preservation that's seen the stage musical through some rough times. This edition also includes new notes by Broadway writer Richard Ridge along with the modern reflections of Raitt, Henderson, and Phyllis Newman on their standout studio recording of one of America's greatest stage musicals. --Jerry McCulley Similar CDsSimilarly Requested CDs
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CD ReviewsNice, but... Pope | Wisconsin, United States | 06/05/2002 (4 out of 5 stars) "I liked this 1964 studio cast album of Oklahoma for what it has to offer, but it is lacking the meaning, sincerity, and lustre of all other recordings of the show that preceeded this one. John Raitt and Florence Henderson are both wonderful in their roles, just as good as those that went before them in the film and the original Broadway production. Supporting cast is ideal as well. Entirely new orchestrations have been arranged and really do a disservice to the beautiful original orchestrations in place since 1943 (I believe the 1955 movie version altered some but did not incorporate all-new orchestrations). My first impression when listening to the Overture was that it sounds more like a childrens' sing along record than one of Broadway's greatest triumphs. Sound quality and presentation are wonderful throughout. This is a worthy addition to your collection, but if Columbia/Sony really wants to make my day, they'll remaster and re-release their 1952 studio cast recording of Oklahoma, with Nelson Eddy as Curly, into their "Broadway Masterworks" series. I HIGHLY recommend that recording if you are fortunate enough to find it. I believe it is still in print." So-so studio recording Byron Kolln | the corner where Broadway meets Hollywood | 05/08/2003 (3 out of 5 stars) "This is the reissue of the 1964 studio-recording of OKLAHOMA!, with Broadway stars John Raitt, Florence Henderson and Phyllis Newman playing the roles of Curly, Laurey and Ado Annie respectively. It was in fact one of a series of Broadway studio-albums released by Columbia and produced by Goddard Lieberson. Others in the series include SHOW BOAT starring John Raitt and Barbara Cook, and ANNIE GET YOUR GUN starring Doris Day.The orchestrations, created especially for the recording by Philip J. Lang, aren't a patch on the Broadway originals but serve their purpose. The performances of John Raitt and Florence Henderson are bright and polished, though it is a crime that Phyllis Newman never played Ado Annie in a major commercial production of the musical. She gives a spirited performance.Of the highlights; Florence Henderson's "Out of My Dreams" is, indeed, dreamy; John Raitt's soaring baritone perfectly fits "Oh What a Beautiful Mornin'" and Phyllis Newman's "I Cain't Say No" is performed to a comical perfection.Given the huge abundance of OKLAHOMA! cast-albums available, this studio recording may not be the most essential addition to your collection, but it is a rather pleasant album on the whole." Not a bad presentation of vocals from the classic show... William E. Adams | Midland, Texas USA | 01/02/2003 (4 out of 5 stars) "I felt it was time recently to replace my vinyl of the movie sountrack with a CD version. When I found this "studio" recreation at an irresistable price, I choose it instead. After all, I still had the vinyl, a bit worn and scratched, and had those performances memorized. If you are not committed to having the movie version reproduced in your CD player, you might also like this. I knew John Raitt, Florence Henderson and Phyllis Newman all could sing, but a fun bonus for me was to discover that cantankerous folk-singing legend Ramblin' Jack Elliott handled the part of Will back in that Columbia studio in '64. He does a fine job on "Kansas City" and "All er Nothin". This version lacks the instrumental dream ballet music, but the songs with lyrics are done in fine fashion. The image of Jack
Elliott, disciple of Woody Guthrie, singing in the show dedicated to Woody's home state is just delicious. Makes me wonder if Woody, who lived in New York when "Oklahoma!" premiered, ever went to see it back in '43 or '44. In just a few months, this show will be 60 years old, but it's still great." |
