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Into the Woods (Vocal Score)
Manufacturer: Alfred Publishing Company
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Book Description
Stephen Sondheim's Tony-Award winning musical includes: Agony * It Takes Two * Stay With Me * Any Moment * No More * No One is Alone
Customer Reviews:
Yay!.......2007-10-10
Finally released! This has every song on the OBC Recording and it sounds wonderful! It is extremely difficult to play though, as most Sondheim music is.
Great reference material.......2007-05-19
The vocal score for "Into the Woods," while not practical for use at the piano due to the nature of the binding, is a terrific study aid for those interested in analyzing Sondheim's brilliant work. I recommend it to anyone wishing to enhance his or her understanding and appreciation of the piece.
Good value.......2007-01-05
Good condition, received fast. It's great, it's Sondheim, what else can I say?
Generous and Wonderful.......2005-08-31
Being one who always wanted to audition using the Witch's song or the Baker's Wife's song, I am delighted and grateful to Sondheim and Co. for putting out this amazing vocal score. The effort to do so must have been incredible. My only wish, not complaint, is that the chords were also represented by "C" or "Dmaj7" so that I could play along as I sing. I can read music, but if I have to play piano chords by sight only, it takes me days to finger it one note at a time. Well, that's probably my fault - practice, practice, practice! Anyway, it's quite a thorough job and now I have audition pieces galore! Only hope the accompanists can play it!
grrrrreat!.......2005-08-03
The musical score was in tip top shape and it came to my house in perfect timing for me to be able to use it for a local production. thank you.
Book Description
Book by Hugh Wheeler Introduction by Christopher Bond "Mr. Sondheim fearlessly explores psychic caverns where civilized people are not dying to go ... A naked Sweeney Todd stands revealed as a musical of naked rage, chewing up everyone in its path as it spits out blood and tears." - Frank Rich, The New York Times * "A work of such scope and such daring that it dwarfs every other Broadway musical that even attempts to invite comparison." - Rex Reed, New York Daily News
Customer Reviews:
Sick, sick, sick!!!!.......2007-01-04
I must say that this book lived up to everything I had ever heard about it. I don't think I have ever read a more disgusting account of madness in my life. It will be interesting to see how it comes out as a movie, as the story in print form drags on and on with huge gaps of dull nothingness between throat cuttings and meat grinding. Hopefully it will make a better movie than it does a book.
An Absolutely Thrilling Piece! .......2006-08-06
Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd makes sure that the man will rank with the best musical theater composers as well as the best classical composers. His eclectic, thrilling score for Sweeney Todd includes patter songs for the wonderful Mrs. Lovett, incredible arias for Sweeney Todd and romantic ballads for the young lovers. Although it is priced at $100.00, it is nearly 400 pages long and includes every note of music in the show as well as plently of dialouge that is incoroporated into musical scenes.
Sondheim's Best........2004-06-18
It was so wonderful to buy this book and to have the entirity of the musical right at my finger tips word for word. It's truly one of the best musicals ever concocted and Sondheim is a genius. I reccomend this to everyone whose a fan of the show.. if you're not familiar with the show, it might seem a little strange to you..
The pinnacle of Sondheim's Art.......2001-11-23
In 1979, Stephen Sondheim had a long and illustrious career on the Broadway stage, with "Company", "Follies", and "A Little Night Music" to his credit. "Sweeney Todd" capped that career with an extraordinarily inspired score, ably seconded by Hugh Wheeler's insightful and clever book. A triumph on all counts.
Sweeney Todd Music Book.......2000-04-27
Not only does the music book capture many of the aspects of the tale of Sweeney Todd, it captures Stephen Sondheim's brilliance in the world of music as a writer. This music book is well worth the price paid for it.
Book Description
Titles include: The Advantages of Floating in the Middle of the Sea * Four Black Dragons * Welcome to Kanagwa * Someone in a Tree * Lion Dance * Please Hello * A Bowler Hat * Pretty Lady * Next and more.
Customer Reviews:
High level Sondheim.......2006-12-07
I consider this to be among Sondheim's great scores. I regard Sweeny Todd and Sunday in the Park as co-first among equals in this regard, along with all the shows starting with Company (the first in which he achieves greatness), until the present with the exception of Assassins which I found ingenious but flat overall with an even more problematic ending. (It seems no accident that the book for both came from the same author, John Weidman.) Forum is fine work and part of the biggest commercial success but does not demonstrate the musical greatness of the later scores.
I must take strong exception to the review of Mr. Briggs. This is by no means the weakest Sondheim score, A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To the Forum, Anyone can Whistle, and Assassins are weaker. Nothing in these is even as good as "Someone in a Tree".
The score stands well against any but the show itself has some issues.
The main one is that the story line does not lend itself to a strong ending. After getting to a critical juncture between adaptation vs tradition (with the native Japanese character adopting new ways, the repatriated exile turning into a strictly traditional samurai then killing the other) the story stops with a quick jump to the present in the final number "Next" citing the progress and also the drawbacks of Japan's remarkable leap from closed feudal society to modern world power while never losing sovereignty. This just will never play like Maria gets the Captain crossing the alps, Curly wins Laurey after a fight to the death with Jud with a rousing tribute to Oklahoma or Nellie holding hands with Emile under the table as the curtain falls. On the other hand the degree and accuracy of cultural exposition makes the King and I (or the Mikado) look like a minstrel show.
Another issue is that the original production used an all male cast in the Kabuki tradition with songs designed around the voice ranges of this cast. Actual Kabuki actors with experience playing female roles were used. This raises major difficulties for new productions. In an SF Bay Area mixed gender staging, the changing of keys to accomodate female singers added a noticeable shrillness to the score not heard on the cast recording.
Nonetheless the show overcomes the extremely didactic nature of its subject and purpose to display effective characters, an engaging story line and outstanding musical numbers. The main thing I noticed after many listenings is that Pacific Overtures is softer with less edge than Sweeny Todd or Sunday in the Park. Show me any other show that so faithfully and deeply molds such different cultures into a composite of both that could even dream of running on Broadway (and tour as well).
Sondheim's Masterpiece.......2000-12-30
I don't tend to use the word "Masterpiece" very often because usually it's used with only "good" things. This is an Exception. "Pacific Overtures" appears to be the musical that Sondheim wrote to show the world exactly what he could do, to be a bit of a show off for his magnificent talent. The Score Succeeds in every way. The music paints pictures of the emotions it is trying to convey. The Lyrics, brilliantly written, add to the music perfectly creating an eerie feeling of completion. The Song that a previous reviewer describe as "one of his best songs ever" is a great example of the perfect melding of the music and lyrics. The Song, describing 3 british sailors attempting to lure a poor traditional Japanese girl (who they beleive is "one of them Geisha girls") to sleep with them, is Beautiful by just passing but listening deeply in the music you hear the subtle minor cords and the lyrics of growing desperation and crudness that underlay the truely unromantic and slightly disturbing scene. The music succefully attemps at utilizing, but never copies, tradional Japanese Music styles in order to create the approprtiate feel for the show (but not end up sounding pretensious).
As the story of the westernization of the japan Begins the Japanese influence is very prominent in the songs (especially "Is there no other way" and "poems"). But as the play progresses and Japan becomes more influenced the west, the Japanese music styles slowly dissapear. The number "Please Hello", describing 5 country representatives trying to persuade Japan to Trade with them (or they'll blow them up), is a humurous piece. Each Nation is represented by a certain style of music when they sing. America, rather normal indescriptive up beat music; Ductch, Funny little polka sounding; Russia, dark profound and luminous; France, follies Can-Can; and my personal favorite Britain which ingueniously parodies Gilbert and Sullivan's "I am the very pattern of a Modern Major-general". The Musical Ends With the song "Next". Many Say the song is rather inconsistant to the reast of the play but I think it works very well. It is a fast paced song depicting Japan as it hurtles itself into the mordern age. If preformed Correctly it can send tremendous shivers down your spine.
"Pacific Overtures" Was nominated for 8 tony's but only won 2. It was Robbed of it's tony for best score (loosing to A Chorus Line which, IS a fine show, does not come close to the artistic inegredy of Pacific Overtures). The Score is perhapes Sondheim most difficult, but to preform it is Very satisfying. Plus the songs are written all for men so some of these are great audition/festival peices. Like Many of Sondheim's shows, specificaly "follies", if you hear or see "pacific overtures" once you may not understand it's brilliance but after repeated listening/viewings you will to have a tremendous respect for it.
I Also recomend the Original Cast Recording of the show Available here on Amazon and, if you can find it, the Original Cast was taped and Subtitled and aired on Japanese TV it is EXTREMELY rare but if you can get a hold of it, it's worth every cent you pay for.
Pacific Review.......2000-10-04
Out of all of Stephen Sondheim's musicals, this one is definately his weakest. However, the exquisite touch that Sondheim puts into his work shines throughout this musical. The song "Pretty Lady" stands to be one of his best songs ever. Die hard Sondheim buffs will find enjoyment in this mediocre musical.
Book Description
The Tony Award-winning musical,
now adapted into a lavishly illustrated book
Into the Woods is the imaginative account of what happens when the lives of new and old fairy-tale characters dramatically and humorously come together. Cinderella, Jack (of bean-stalk fame), Little Red Ridinghood, and the Baker and his Wife set out for the forest on a quest to find "happily ever after." Along the way they meet Rapunzel, a Wicked Witch, a lascivious Wolf, vengeful Giants, a couple of charming Princes, and their own destiny. With wit and wisdom, the authors have given us a parable about the loss of innocence, the joys and sorrows of adulthood, and the price paid for getting the things you really want.
Customer Reviews:
Great for kids.......2007-05-15
The pictures were wonderful and it was a great adaptation of the Broadway show.
Once Upon A Time (I Wish!).......2006-09-09
First off I wanted to comment on that I'm not under 13, I'm 18. But after reading "Discerning Viewer" said about "Into the Woods." I had to say something.
Sondheim used the original, unedited versions of the Fairy Tales. Case being that the stories were more for adults AND children. And there are universal morals. Don't smother your children (Rapunzel), Don't deviate from the path (Red Ridding Hood), Despite being unappreciated and condemned to serving others, as long as you are kind natured and a truly good person, your dreams will come true (Cinderella). And many argue that Jack and the Beanstalk's is moral is learning to survive and fend for one's self and family.
The second act asks the questions and consequences that the Fairy Tales never answer, like does marrying a handsome Prince really make someone happy? Is a Giant always wrong, and how do you deal with his angry widow? Is killing the wolf the best solution? And does it pay to be charming and not sincere? And two other powerful points of the musical, that are also morals are told; That no one is alone, that everyone depends/needs on someone to survive. And finally that what ever we do, children will SEE and HEAR it, so they LEARN from it, so be careful of our actions and what we tell (and stories) when we say "Listen to Me..."
Children Will Listen.......2006-07-17
I purchased this in conjunction with the DVD to use for a paper I wrote about "Into the Woods" and its commentary on children's literature and the very notion of childhood. I'd urge anyone to buy the book if they love the show and are interested in looking at it line by line to absorb even more clever subtlties. Great for any ITW fan who is looking to delve deeper into the show's magic and message.
A new twist.......2005-08-24
This book gives a new twist on some old stories. By way of the Woods, the story created a way to entertwine them all. We go through the experiences of Cinderella, Jack and the Bean Stalk, and the Baker & his wife who are in want of a child, and let us not forget, the Witch and her Rapunzel. Each character wants more than anything in the world something, and they sneak around eachother at times and at others work together to eventually find a happy ending for them all. Also, for those of you who sang "Into the Woods" in school or who have seen the play enough, there are times when you can just start to sing it out for your toddler's amusement. Though I cannot forget that some parts with the Princes have a bit of suggestive talk, but nothing truely in appropriate.
Not what it appears to be.......2005-03-03
The play "Into the Woods" not only contains sinister elements, but has an overall dark message to convey. It preaches moral relativism as blatantly as any catechism teaches religious doctrine. It teaches is that lying, stealing, cheating, and even murder can be justified as long as it is not against one's perspective on life. Also, that life is grim and experiencing things forbidden will help you. This religious doctrine of corruption is conveyed through the story and through specific lyrics of the songs.
Book Description
Titles are: Sunday * Finishing the Hat * Beautiful * Children and Art * Move On.
Customer Reviews:
A must have for any Sondheim Fanatic!.......1998-10-31
At first glance, the price for this selection may seem a trifle hefty. It is worth every penny to be able to own the score to the most emotional musical written by Sondheim. The music is amazing to listen to, but the experience is heightened when one is able to study the score in conjunction with an excellent recording. This score serves as a resource for anyone needing audition music, and it is great as a teaching tool in an advanced Broadway piano class. Incredible buy!
Book Description
Titles include: Send in the Clowns * Another Hundred People * Being Alive * You Must Meet My Wife * One More Kiss * Losing My Mind * Could I Leave You? * Pretty Lady * Anyone Can Whistle * The Ballad of Sweeney Todd * By the Sea * Comedy Tonight * I Remember and more.
Customer Reviews:
This book puts it all together.......2001-03-15
This book and others of the series bring together Sondheim's greatest works. It includes hard to find music like "I Remember" (from Evening Primrose) which makes this book a wonderful addition to any singer's collection. I recommend it to anyone and everyone!
Sondheim's Masterpieces.......2000-04-06
As a fanatical Sondheim lover and singer, this book was awonderful addition to my collection. Among some of his best earlytitles, this book includes songs like "I Remember", "Losing My Mind", and "Another Hundred People". These are wonderfully written pieces which deserve many books like this one. They are a joy to listen to and even more to play, and I hope everyone will enjoy this book as much as I do.
Book Description
We are proud to present this songbook featuring 8 piano/vocal selections from this timeless musical by Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim. Includes these classic songs: America * Cool * I Feel Pretty * Maria * One Hand, One Heart * Something's Coming * Somewhere * Tonight.
Customer Reviews:
West Side Vocal Score.......2007-09-18
If you want to play/arrange/orchestrate or simply see the genius of Berstein, this is the way to go. As an arranger, I needed reference to orchestrate a West Side Story Medley for a show, and I'm not talking your regular "standard" tunes. This vocal score is also a piano reduction of the orchestrations and was aboslutely what I needed. You can see nearly every instrument line, counter melody, even instrument indications. This was the best $50.00 I may have every spent. Saved me hours and hours of trying to "lift" off the lines. They were all there, even for the dance sections from Cool & The Rumble, which is what I really needed. Don't hestitate if you're looking for the real Berstein stuff!
For the intermediate.......2006-12-28
The book is medium-it isn't an easy book you only play once and then you're bored, but it isn't very difficult. Some of the arrangements are needlessly crazy, but some are well done. A piano player of about 3-5 years is about the right level.
Great transcription of the full score.......2006-04-21
If you're looking for a faithful translation from the full score, this is the one. This score is based on Bernstein latest revision as reflected in the Carreras Te Kanawa recording (1985).
But be warned, this score is only for upper-intermediate/advanced pianist, classically trained. It's not a fakebook, it's not a simplified/reduced piano score for casual use. The arrangement gives two alternatives for playing some part of the song, and you can choose to play it the hard way or the easier way (which is still rather difficult). The hard way is of course the most faithful to the orchestral score.
For example, the dance part in "America" can be played by using single notes of the left hands rather than using full chord, which is great if you're trying to cope with the tempo. The arrangement for the slow pieces such as "one hand one heart", "maria", "tonight", and "somewhere" is really beautiful.
Tip: Listen to the "west side story" conducted by Bernstein himself to get a grasp of the tempo, dynamics and phrasing.
West Side Story is Fabulous.......2000-04-12
The music from West Side Story is captivating, and I love being able to relive it again and again. Hearing the music from the show takes you back to the story of a modern-day Romeo and Juliet.
Book Description
Titles include: All Things Bright and Beautiful (Marry Me a Lttle) * Fear No More (The Frogs) * The Glamorous Life (A Little Night Music) * Good Thing Going (Merrily We Roll Along) * Isn't It (You're Gonna Love Tomorrow) * Sunday (Sunday in the Park with George) and many more.
Customer Reviews:
A Sondheim Collector must!.......2002-09-04
This volume contains some of the best of Sondheim. If you have volume one you have to get number two.
GREAT thing going.......2002-02-07
This is Volume 2 in a 4-Volume set of the songs of Stephen Sondheim. I have all four volumes and, as a pianist, I am grateful to Warner Bros. Publications for making these masterpieces available to the general public. Some of Sondheim's finest inspirations are contained in this volume:
"Good Thing Going", "Take Me To The World," "Not A Day Goes By,"
and "Sunday" from the Act I finale to "Sunday in the Park With George". Also included are some numbers from the obscure, (but very funny) "The Frogs," a 1974 production performed in the Yale University swimming pool, and a dozen other songs. For Sondheim fans, and soloists in particular, this volume and its companions are treasures.
Amazon.com
Here at last is Furth's libretto to the convention-shattering 1970 musical (revived on Broadway in 1995) that launched composer Sondheim's most fertile period--and his cult. Originally a series of one-act plays about marriage, the musical adds a linking character, Robert, who is the only one without a spouse. In visiting each of a half dozen couples who are his friends, Robert seeks to learn "what do you get" from being married. The answer is far from Hallmark, but visceral. The text includes Furth's witty, cutting dialogue and Sondheim's brilliant lyrics--especially to "Another Hundred People," "Have I Got a Girl for You" and "Being Alive." A portrait of urban angst that is nonetheless hilarious.
Customer Reviews:
Company vocal score.......2007-01-04
The score features three staves, piano and vocal with an added bonus of crucial instrument parts which are even labelled in separate font to help instrument recognition for the complete music of company down to the scene change and underscore music!
The musical notation and lyrics are clear to read in PC print format, none of that hand printed stuff. The only down side is the score does not have TAB or chord labels above the staves, just pure notation which in some cases not ideal for the modern musician. With the Music being Sondheim orientated most songs could be classed as grade 6 or 7. Very tricky rythms but the best complete Company score book on the market. If you have trouble reading though an easy play version would be advisable.
Sondheim's Signature.......2002-07-02
I own a copy of both the vocal score and the complete libretto and I should say it is worth owning both. The vocal score when played on piano gives lively music to make anyone dance to the beat. It never loses its Broadway touch. The notes when played by a skilled pianist would make it sound more like the orchestra accompaniment. I would highly recommend those of you who love Sondhei'm style to own one of these. This would definitely be a smash hit for your school or community theater.
The greatest musical comedy ever written.......2000-05-09
I love Sondheim, and this show is the best of his works in my opinion. Full of challenging songs, and complex arrangements, it will surely please the pianist or singer who is looking for something a little outside the realm of Roger's and Hammerstein to sing. Go into your nest audition with "another Hundred People", or "Getting Married Today" and blow your director away! This book contains a lot of material that is not readily available in other volumes and it is definately worth the investment. songs of note "Being Alive" "Company", "Barcelona", "the little things you do togrther" and the immortal "Ladies Who Lunch"
...wow.. just.. oh my god...it's wonderful!.......2000-01-07
When Mr. Sondheim and and Mr. Furth wrote the show they wanted to have something that would make the audience laugh all night and then stay awake the rest of the night thinking about it. And that is EXACTLY what they did! Mr. Furth developes his characters so well as does Sondheim. To fully get the show one might consider getting the cd (original cast album is the best and can be found here on Amazon.com as well) This is seriously the best libretto I own.. and I own MANY.
Book Description
Continuing in this great series of songs from this preeminent composer for the Broadway stage (and occasionally the Movies). Songs include: Beautiful Girls (Follies) * If You Can Find Me, I'm Here (Evening Primrose) * Move On (Sunday in the Park With George) * Multitudes of Amys (Company) * Pleasant Little Kingdom/Too Many Mornings (Follies) * Sooner or Later (Dick Tracy film for which Sondheim won the Academy Award as Best Song)* and many other songs
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