Singin' in the Rain (1996 Studio Cast) [CAST RECORDING]

Nacio Herb Brown (Composer, Conductor, Performer), National Symphony Orchestra (Orchestra), Christina Saffran (Performer), Clare Mezzie (Performer), Danielle Carson (Performer), Leigh-Ann Regan (Performer), Lori Haley Fox (Performer), Marc Cooper (Performer), Matt Ashford (Performer), Michael Gruber (Performer), Nancy Ringham (Performer), Paul Manuel (Performer), Rachel Izen (Performer), Randy Rogel (Performer), Tanya Newton (Performer), Teri Ralston (Performer), Arthur Freed (Artist)

Product Details

• Performer: Nacio Herb Brown, Christina Saffran, Clare Mezzie, Danielle Carson, Leigh-Ann Regan, et al.
• Orchestra: National Symphony Orchestra
• Conductor: Nacio Herb Brown
• Composer: Nacio Herb Brown
• Audio CD (September 23, 1997)
• SPARS Code: DDD
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Cast Recording
• Label: Jay Records
• ASIN: B000005BHC
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #75,013 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description
Based on much-loved classic movie of the same name, Singin' in the Rain was recorded with the principals of the original cast of the Music Theatre of Wichita production.

Customer Reviews

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15 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent rendition!, December 9, 1999

By	Ken Hedgecock (Utah, USA) - See all my reviews

When I heard that several school Drama departments use this recording as sort of a "how-to", I thought I'd look up a copy. An American movie musical done by a British cast I thought?

Well, I was quite pleasantly surprised. This recording is light, bubbly and extremely well done. The songs and music have all the right effects where they should, all the right rhythms, nuances, etc. This really is an excellent archival copy to listen to if you want to know how this show should be done. I would recommend this highly to anyone who enjoys the musical theater.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars British made with American talent, April 12, 2006

By	TrueBrit (Lancashire, UK) - See all my reviews

Don't be mislead by the other reviewers' grudging appreciation of this 'British' cast recording. Whilst it was made at Abbey Road Studios in London, the principal performers are all American. Of these, Michael Gruber is outstanding in the Gene Kelly role, which he's reprised in several productions in the US. As far as I know these shows have never been filmed, but if you want to see the multi-talented Mr Gruber in action, check out the Cats DVD - he's Munkustrap.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 'Singin' is spectacular, May 19, 2005

By	S. Hawks "Hawky" (USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I was first somewhat skeptical when I saw that a british cast had attempted an American music classic; however when I heard the vocals I was pleasently suprised. All of the leading performers are excellent, including the performer who is being critiqued against the famous Gene Kelly. Nancy Ringam's voice is magical, and defenetly adds a modern touch to the piece. Stand out numbers on this soundtrack include "make em laugh," "moses," "good morning," and of course the lengendary title song. This item is defenetly a must have in your collection.