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Highlights From The Phantom Of The Opera: The Original London Cast Recording (1986 London Cast)
 
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Highlights From The Phantom Of The Opera: The Original London Cast Recording (1986 London Cast) [CAST RECORDING]

Andrew Lloyd Webber (Composer), Michael Reed (Conductor), Phantom of the Opera cast ensemble (Performer), David Firth (Performer), John Savident (Performer), Mary Millar (Performer), Michael Crawford (Performer), Rosemary Ashe (Performer), Sarah Brightman (Performer), Steve Barton (Performer)
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1. Phantom of the Opera/Overture
2. Phantom of the Opera/Think of Me
3. Phantom of the Opera/Angel of Music
4. Phantom of the Opera/The Mirror (Angel of Music)
5. Phantom of the Opera/The Phantom of the Opera
6. Phantom of the Opera/The Music of the Night
7. Phantom of the Opera/Prima Donna
8. Phantom of the Opera/All I Ask of You... Reprise
9. Phantom of the Opera/Entr'acte
10. Phantom of the Opera/Masquerade
11. Phantom of the Opera/Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again
12. Phantom of the Opera/The Point of No Return
13. Phantom of the Opera/Down Once More.../Track Down This Murderer

On this CD:
  1. Phantom of the Opera, musical Overture
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  2. Phantom of the Opera, musical Think of Me
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  3. Phantom of the Opera, musical The Mirror (Angel of Music)
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  4. Phantom of the Opera, musical The Phantom of the opera
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  5. Phantom of the Opera, musical The Music of the Night
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  6. Phantom of the Opera, musical Prima Donna
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  7. Phantom of the Opera, musical All I Ask of You
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  8. Phantom of the Opera, musical Entr'acte
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  9. Phantom of the Opera, musical Masquerade
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  10. Phantom of the Opera, musical Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  11. Phantom of the Opera, musical The Point of No Return
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  12. Phantom of the Opera, musical Down Once More
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident

  13. Phantom of the Opera, musical Track Down This Murderer
    Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber
    with David Firth, Michael Crawford, Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, Rosemary Ashe, John Savident


Editorial Reviews

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Highlight versions of cast recordings are by definition a compromise, and this reduction of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera is no exception. Weighing in at 59 minutes, it's over 40 minutes shorter than the two-disc version, excising many musical scenes that convey the flow and impact of the show (which include, admittedly, a lot of patter and screaming). On the other hand, all the hits are here--"Think of Me," "Angel of Music," the title tune, "The Music of the Night," "All I Ask of You," "Masquerade," and "Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again"--and Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman are still on hand to make their distinctive contributions to the original London cast. So if you're looking for a convenient, inexpensive single disc that will let you enjoy Lloyd Webber's scrumptious melodies without having to immerse yourself in the action, this just might be for you. --David Horiuchi


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Media Type: CD
Artist: PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
Title: ORIGINAL CAST
Street Release Date: 10/10/1988
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Genre: CAST RECORDINGS

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A phantastically done abridgement, June 20, 2000
By Yi-Peng (Singapore) - See all my reviews
When people recommend complete sets of musicals and operas more than abridged versions, this Phantom London highlights album (with the highlights from the CATS Broadway recording) is one of the few cases where the abridged version can be recommended as much as the complete set. In this abridged version of the POTO London Cast album, all the major numbers and none of the filler are here, making this an extremely desirable single disc album for those who don't want the full 100-minute London Cast recording. Michael Crawford's hypnotic Phantom, Steve Barton's comforting Raoul and Sarah Brightman's angelic Christine are the high points of the album. The tension and emotion are well-maintained, with fair representatives of each characteristic, and listening to all the major songs are just like meeting old friends. "Music of the Night" and "All I Ask of You" sound like you are hearing these songs for the first time, and the chromatic Phantom theme heightens the suspense. I must mention I rather like this version of Music of the Night, which is a single version that ALW produced before the opening of Phantom. While it's different from the OLC 2-CD set, I think this gives a deeper insight into the Phantom's character. Overall, I would say that this is an ideal choice for those who don't want the complete London cast recording, but I think that you'll be prompted to invest in the full 2-CD London version even though this abridged version of POTO is very well done. Too bad it isn't remastered.
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30 of 33 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Don't Waste Your Time With HIGHLIGHTS!, October 18, 1999
I give this recording only two stars, because you flat out should not buy it. Buy the double cd Original London Cast instead- I give that recording 5 stars. If you buy this recording you will miss out on A LOT of great music, and some thrilling moments that aren't on the highlights.

Poor Fool, He Makes Me Laugh is not on the highlights and that's worth the price of the double cd alone. I love that song and it's where Carlotta gets it good..and Crawford is haunting as usual during this part.

Highlights for any musical are a waste. It's worth it to pay more and get as much of the music as possible.

Do yourself a favor and get the double cd, not this one.

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Awesome !, July 14, 2005
By AJK (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews
I first purchased the original score in 1988, shortly before seeing the show on Broadway.

At first, only a couple of songs stood out, but after seeing the amazing production (with the incredible Michael Crawford!), I fell absolutely in love with the score. Repeat listenings have only solidified my opinion!

Not everything is perfect, but the orchestrations are powerful & many songs really stick with you, especially:

Overture [sounds great cranked up]
Angel Of Music
The Phantom Of The Opera [The Phantom & Christine's great duet]
The Music Of The Night [The Phantom's big song]
All I Ask Of You [Christine & Raoul's duet - though a bit tired]
Masquerade
The Point Of Know Return

Beautiful from beginning to end & MUCH better than the film's soundtrack. Webber's masterpiece!

A must have!
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The music is exactly as performed on the stage. Since the performance was recorded on stage, it is authentic as if you were in the theater. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!
Andrew Lloyd Webber truly outdid himself with "The Phantom of the Opera". It is a true opera, with all of the dialogue sung, and a great story to boot. Read more
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1.0 out of 5 stars Quick delivery
Have not tried the CD yet but delivery was fast, wrapped safely. Happy with transaction so far.
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Very good album from the British musical masterpiece. Nevertheless, the song "The music of the night" has been replaced from the original score. Read more
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I really enjoy the music and singing of the original Phantom of the Opera. I have been looking for just the musical CD for sometime. Read more
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Very good condensed version of Phantom of the Opera. Transaction was speedy and quality excellent.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent compilation
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