Highlights From Chess in Concert [Soundtrack]

Josh Groban (Artist), Idina Menzel (Artist), Adam Pascal (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 16, 2009)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Soundtrack
• Label: Reprise Records
• ASIN: B0028SVXSU
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #69,237 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. The Story of Chess

2. Merano

3. Who Needs a Dream?

4. The Merchandisers

5. Chess Game #1

6. Quartet (A Model of Decorum and Tranquility)

7. Nobody's on Nobody's Side

8. Mountain Duet

9. Embassy Lament

10. Heaven Help My Heart

11. Anthem

12. Golden Bangkok

13. One Night in Bangkok

14. You and I

15. Someone Else's Story

16. Pity the Child

17. I Know Him So Well

18. You and I (Reprise)

19. Anthem (Reprise)

Editorial Reviews

1 disc Highlights edition, starring multiplatinum artist Josh Groban, Tony-winning Idina Menzel
(Wicked) and Tony nominated Adam
Pascal (RENT), Chess In Concert
revives the eclectic yet wonderfully
pop 1984 concept album featuring the music of ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson and lyrics of Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, The
Lion King, Evita). Recorded at
London's Royal Albert Hall in May 2008, this spectacular Chess In Concert introduced by Rice and with the 50- piece City of London Philharmonic and 100-voice West End Chorus finally fulfills the promise of the popular cult musical.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Groban scores with Chess, July 14, 2009

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Sue Binder (Lamar, CO USA) - See all my reviews
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I was attracted to this because I am a fan of Josh Groban and watched Chess the Concert on TV initially. Having not heard of the production previously, both the music and story-line were completely new. I discovered beautiful music, lyrics and a complex but moving romatic story, but interwoven with a bit of life choices we all face. I must admit I was at first uncertain of Groban's choice as the Russian chess champion, but his magnificient voice carried his vocal performances all the way. In addition, his acting was surprising well done. A great professional cast and direction sold the DVD and CD for me! Again, a big stretch for Josh, but he never ceases to amaze.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding concert!, August 12, 2009

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Julie T. Byers "jtbwriter" (ARCADIA, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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Of all the versions of "Chess" I've heard, this one is the most poignant and classic-with heartbreaking performances by Idina Menzel and a surprising Josh Groban. The clear and informative notes by Tim Rice clarify the updating of the 1980's plot and make it timeless. Adam Pascal adds a wonderful dimension to the "ugly American" and make this recording a must have for any fan of musical theatre.

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect (Chess) Match for Broadway, November 5, 2011

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William L. Montrose - See all my reviews

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Fantastic casting for this concert production: Idina Menzel, Josh Grobin, and Adam Pascal really deliver vocally.
This original musical's popularity was dwarfed by "Phantom of the Opera" ... late 80's in London. It's time for a Broadway revival with these three musical theater pros.