Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific – The New Broadway Cast Recording (2008) - CD Album

Product Overview

Experience the timeless magic of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific with this stunning New Broadway Cast Recording—a revival hailed by The Washington Post as "The Best Revival of Rodgers Hammerstein in a Generation!" This original motion picture soundtrack, produced in 2008 by Sony BMG Music Entertainment/Masterworks, captures the brilliance of a classic American musical reimagined for today’s audiences. With a total playing time of 64:51, this recording brings you an unforgettable theatrical journey through two acts filled with stirring orchestration, compelling vocal performances, and unforgettable Broadway moments.

Product Details

• Title: Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific – The New Broadway Cast Recording
• Label: Sony BMG Music Entertainment/Masterworks (Catalog No. 88697-30457-2-51)
• Format: CD, Album
• Country: USA (Manufactured and Distributed in the USA by Sony BMG Music Entertainment)
• Released: 2008
• Genre: Stage & Screen, Soundtrack, Musical Theater
• Style: Broadway, Classic Musical
• UPC: 886973045725
• Total Playing Time: 64:51
• Produced By: David Caddick, David Lai & Ted Sperling
• Music Composed By: Richard Rodgers
• Lyrics By: Oscar Hammerstein II
• Featured Cast: The recording features an exceptional New Broadway cast with stellar performances by top-tier talent (including Tony Award winners, as celebrated at Lincoln Center Theater) and is directed by Bartlett Sher.
• Additional Credits:
  • Music Editor: Peter Mylus
  • Supervising Music Editor: Ken Wannberg
  • Recording/Mixing: Engineered by Shawn Murphy, along with other technical experts ensuring superior sound quality.
• Manufacturing & Distribution:
  • Manufactured and distributed in the USA by Sony BMG Music Entertainment/550 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022-3211.
  • © 2008 Sony BMG Music Entertainment. All rights reserved.

Track Listing

ACT I

1. Overture – 5:41
2. Dites-moi – 0:44
3. A Cock-eyed Optimist – 1:38
4. Twin Soliloquies – 2:37
5. Some Enchanted Evening – 2:58
6. Bloody Mary – 1:45
7. There Is Nothin' Like a Dame – 3:55
8. Bali Ha'i – 3:51
9. My Girl Back Home – 1:42
10. I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair – 3:52
11. Reprise: Some Enchanted Evening – 2:55
12. A Wonderful Guy – 3:18
13. Reprise: Bali Ha'i – 1:08
14. Younger Than Springtime – 2:48
15. Reprise: A Wonderful Guy – 1:05
16. This Is How It Feels – 1:54
17. Finale Act I – 2:03

ACT II

1. Entr'acte – 2:47
2. Happy Talk – 4:01
3. Reprise: Younger Than Springtime – 0:47
4. Honey Bun – 2:37
5. You've Got to Be Carefully Taught – 2:23
6. This Nearly Was Mine – 4:02
7. Reprise: Some Enchanted Evening – 1:36
8. Reprise: Honey Bun – 0:59
9. Finale Ultimo – 1:45

Product Features & Highlights

Immersive Musical Experience

• Classic Scores Reimagined:
  Relish in the timeless genius of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical compositions, brought to life by lush orchestration and vibrant, modern vocal interpretations from the New Broadway cast.

• Award-Winning Direction & Performance:
  Directed by the esteemed Bartlett Sher and featuring a cast that has garnered multiple Tony Awards, this recording encapsulates the refined artistry and emotional depth of one of Broadway’s greatest masterpieces.

• Superior Production Value:
  Recorded and mixed at top-tier studios with engineering by Shawn Murphy, every nuance of the score is rendered in pristine high-fidelity audio, ensuring an authentic theater experience that transports you straight to the heart of the production.

Collector’s Edition

• Essential for Musical Theater Fans:
  Whether you are a lifelong devotee of Rodgers & Hammerstein or a newcomer to Broadway, this recording is an essential collectible that celebrates the enduring spirit of American musical theater.

• Rich Liner Notes & Exclusive Artwork:
  The album features insightful liner notes detailing the journey of this production, along with striking cover artwork that pays homage to the timeless aesthetic of South Pacific.

Publishers & Licensing Information

This recording is published by Bantha Music (HMI) and administered by Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp, under exclusive license by Sony BMG Music Entertainment. All rights for the musical work are reserved. Unauthorized duplication, reproduction, or public performance is strictly prohibited by law. For more details, visit masterworksbroadway.com or southpacificmusical.com.

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