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Little Women The Musical (2005 Original Broadway Cast) | 
 enlarge | Artists: Danny Gurwin, Janet Carroll, Jenny Powers, Jim Weitzer, John Hickok, Maureen Mcgovern, Meg Mcginnis, Robert Stattel, Sutton Foster, Mindi Dickstein
Creators: Jason Howland, Andrew Wilder, Little Women Pit Orchestra, Amy Mcalexander
Label: Ghostlight Records
Category: Music
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Rating:  46 reviews
Sales Rank: 4680
Format: Cast Recording
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 84405
UPC: 791558440522
EAN: 0791558440522
ASIN: B000929ABY
Release Date: May 3, 2005
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| Tracks:
| • | Act 1. Overture | | • | Act 1. An Operatic Tragedy | | • | Act 1. Better | | • | Act 1. Our Finest Dreams | | • | Act 1. Here Alone | | • | Act 1. Could You? | | • | Act 1. I'd Be Delighted | | • | Act 1. Take A Chance On Me | | • | Act 1. Off to Massachusetts | | • | Act 1. Five Forever | | • | Act 1. More Than I Am | | • | Act 1. Astonishing | | • | Act 2. The Weekly Volcano Press | | • | Act 2. How I Am | | • | Act 2. Some Things Are Meant To Be | | • | Act 2. The Most Amazing Thing | | • | Act 2. Days of Plenty | | • | Act 2. The Fire Within Me | | • | Act 2. Small Umbrella In The Rain | | • | Act 2. Sometimes When You Dream |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com
Louisa May Alcott's novel Little Women concerns four sisters in post-Civil War Massachusetts, but at times it feels as if its musical adaptation should have been called "Little Woman," so focused on a single sibling it is. Both Allan Knee's book and Sutton Foster's natural charisma and energy help constantly train the spotlight onto tomboy Jo. Yet it's not that much of a problem because Foster is strong enough to carry the show. She gets excellent support from the rest of the cast and especially cabaret artist Maureen McGovern, who as Marmee gets two beautiful ballads ("Here Alone" and "Days of Plenty") that are tailor-made for her imperial, burnished tone, and could well acquire a life outside the show. Composer Jason Howland worked as either musical director or musical supervisor on three period-set Frank Wildhorn musicals (Jekyll & Hyde, The Scarlet Pimpernel and The Civil War), which gives him a distinct experience in dealing with the historical setting here. Although the score oftentimes veers to the bland side, Howland also shows encouraging signs of spryness ("Five Forever") and melodic confidence that at one point slyly honors Sondheim ("Astonishing"). Old-fashioned in the best possible way, Little Women makes a good complement to Wicked for those trying to entice a younger audience to the delights of the musical theater. --Elisabeth Vincentelli
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| Customer Reviews: Read 41 more reviews...
 A classic interpretation of a classic December 10, 2007
"Little Women" is, of course, a historical part of Americana. A novel that spawned a sequel, a stage adaption that was revived four times and played countless others by amateur theaters, three movies, two television mini-series, an opera, and now a Broadway musical. While each interpretation has stressed its own special aspect of the original story, all have been interesting and well received.
The first time I listened to this recording, I followed the libretto (included)and lived the story as the music played. Today I listened again without benefit of the printed page, and found the music just as enjoyable as before. At some points, the story line did not come through perfectly; but vignettes stood out as I listened--especially the "meller-drammers" of Jo's vivid imagination.
While the album cover gives special notice to Maureen McGovern's "Marmee," this show clearly belongs to Sutton Foster's "Jo." And the vibrancy and enthusiasm of her voice are just right for the role.
I am looking forward to February, when a touring company will be in our town, and I can enjoy this even more with an in-person experience.
Great arrangements. September 30, 2007
Except for the modernized logo on the front of the songbook, the musical arrangments of "Little Women" the opera, are in keeping with the stage production. I enjoyed is emensly, even though I was not an avid reader of Louisa May Alcott's original novel.
So, what I cannot understand, is how they use this new logo as if the opera is contemporary in setting and costumes. It is not. Aside from this personal peeve, the music is great.
Love Little Women September 6, 2007
Since seeing the show my daughter and I wanted this CD. It's very enjoyable. Maureen McGovern is wonderful and soulful. Sutton Foster is genius as always. A few decent audition pieces if you are looking as well.
Love It!!! June 27, 2007
My school is going to be doing this musical next spring so I bought this CD in order to prepare for it. I fell in love with the music. Much like the book, it is personal, tender, and real. Some songs are just so heartwrenching I want to cry (but maybe I am a little bit of a drama queen). Simply gripping, I would highly recommend this CD to anyone who loves musical theater.
Beautiful and better than expected May 15, 2007
I had heard so many mixed things about this show, and so I missed the chance to see it on Broadway. Well, now I am sure wishing I had seen it, because the story that unfolds on this CD is so beautiful and so reminiscent of the book I adored when I was a "little woman." I cannot imagine anyone not enjoying the joyous romp and sense of adventure that imbues this musical journey. Nearly every song captivated me, though I must admit it took a few passes before I finally embraced the entire score. Now I giggle with delight at the "Operatic Tragedy," "Our Finest Dreams" and "The Weekly Volcano Press." I also love "I'd Be Delighted," as Meg and Jo prep for the ball, and I adore Laurie's "Take a Chance on Me." Such passion! And the composers completely capture Jo's yearning to be something more in "Astonishing." Fantastic!
The ballads are simply gorgeous! I cannot get through Maureen McGovern's song, "Days of Plenty" without sheeding tears. And "The Fire Within Me" is likewise a heartfelt testamanet of love for one's family. So beautiful!
Open your heart, ears, and imagination to Little Women and enjoy the journey.
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