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O. Henry's The Gift of the Magi and The Last Leaf
 
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O. Henry's The Gift of the Magi and The Last Leaf [CAST RECORDING]

Peter Ekstrom (Artist)
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Product Details

  • Audio CD (January 1, 2001)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Cast Recording
  • Label: Harbinger
  • ASIN: B00002SWKW
  • In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #295,005 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Song TitleArtist Time Price
listen  1. The Gift Of The Magi: Overture / Opening SongDon Stephenson 3:30$0.99 Buy Track
listen  2. The Gift Of The Magi: Tomorrow Is ChristmasDon Stephenson 1:46$0.99 Buy Track
listen  3. The Gift Of The Magi: Now I've Got You!Don Stephenson 1:29$0.99 Buy Track
listen  4. The Gift Of The Magi: Jim And The Queen Of ShebaDon Stephenson0:38$0.99 Buy Track
listen  5. The Gift Of The Magi: If We Had MoneyDon Stephenson 3:10$0.99 Buy Track
listen  6. The Gift Of The Magi: Look At My WatchDon Stephenson 3:23$0.99 Buy Track
listen  7. The Gift Of The Magi: What Can I Give Him?Emily Loesser 4:07$0.99 Buy Track
listen  8. The Gift Of The Magi: I Shall Let My Hair Down / Madame SofronieEmily Loesser 2:39$0.99 Buy Track
listen  9. The Gift Of The Magi: Entre Scene / Della ReturnsEmily Loesser 1:36$0.99 Buy Track
listen10. The Gift Of The Magi: Your Hair Is Gone!Don Stephenson 2:00$0.99 Buy Track
listen11. The Gift Of The Magi: Jim And Della Open Their Gifts / By The Way / FinaleDon Stephenson 3:06$0.99 Buy Track
listen12. The Last Leaf: OverturePeter Ekstrom, Emily Loesser, Don Stephenson, Theresa McCarthy & Bruce Adler 1:45$0.99 Buy Track
listen13. The Last Leaf: What's She Like?Don Stephenson 5:04$0.99 Buy Track
listen14. The Last Leaf: Let's Drink A Toast!Bruce Adler 3:05$0.99 Buy Track
listen15. The Last Leaf: I Want To Paint The Bay Of NaplesEmily Loesser 4:02$0.99 Buy Track
listen16. The Last Leaf: The Last LeafEmily Loesser 4:46$0.99 Buy Track
listen17. The Last Leaf: Tomorrow When You're Feeling Well AgainTheresa McCarthy 2:04$0.99 Buy Track
listen18. The Last Leaf: Come In To My Humble AbodeBruce Adler 1:54$0.99 Buy Track
listen19. The Last Leaf: I'm A Failure In ArtBruce Adler 3:45$0.99 Buy Track
listen20. The Last Leaf: Listen To The WindTheresa McCarthy 4:05$0.99 Buy Track
listen21. The Last Leaf: How The Wind HowledDon Stephenson 3:05$0.99 Buy Track
listen22. The Last Leaf: The Last Leaf FinaleDon Stephenson 1:19$0.99 Buy Track



Editorial Reviews

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The stories of O.Henry are the basis for this pair of one-act chamber-sized musicals by Peter Ekstrom (Kiss Me Quick Before the Lava Reaches the Village). "The Gift of the Magi" is the famous tale about a couple who sacrifice everything to give each other a Christmas present. (The story is printed in full in the CD booklet.) Emily Loesser (Frank's daughter) and husband Don Stephenson deliver the warm and witty score (the lilting "Tomorrow Is Christmas," the frenzied "Your Hair Is Gone!"), then are joined by Theresa McCarthy and Bruce Adler for "The Last Leaf," another tale of selfless giving. It's more somber than "Magi," but has some lovely, soaring songs, especially for the women ("Listen to the Wind," the title tune), and the minimal accompaniment of piano, cello, harp, and clarinet conveys the perfect atmosphere. --David Horiuchi

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars O. Henry Christmas, February 2, 2000
By Ted Shaffner (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews
This is a remarkable album. The music is profoundly moving and often very humorous as well. I listen to it constantly, and would recommend it very highly. Peter Ekstrom is among our most accomplished composers for the musical theater.
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A perfect holiday entertainment, November 24, 1999
By J. D. Coldren (Michigan City, IN) - See all my reviews
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Peter Ekstrom's musical adaptation of O. Henry's "The Gift of the Magi" has been a traditional holiday treat at the Actor's Theatre of Louisville for 17 years. This CD combines that one-act musical with the slightly darker but touching O. Henry story, "A New Leaf". The singing is extraordinary. The orchestrations sparkle. We play "Magi" over and over again and find something new to sing along with every time.

Now, if the producers could only find a "name" country and western singer to record the Christmas songs, the album would fly off the shelves.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful Christmas musicals, December 15, 1999
By Musa Mayer (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews
Peter Ekstrom's "Gift of the Magi"offers this tender O'Henry story of two young newlyweds down on their luck in a new form that all can enjoy. The wonderfully performed songs are sweet and funny, the story is classic and always timely. "The Last Leaf," from another O'Henry tale, also beautifully rendered, gives a tuneful perspective on the enduring power of hope and friendship, even at the darkest times.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Last Leaf and The Gift of the Magi
Having followed Peter Ekstrom's career for years, including several productions of The Gift of Magi and The Last Leaf, it is a delight to see these productions brought so... Read more
Published on December 27, 1999 by Ken Sanden

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful treat!
I have enjoyed Mr. Ekstrom's music for years as a regular patron of Actors Theatre--I was thrilled to learn of the availability of a CD! This music is delightful! Read more
Published on December 21, 1999 by guest reviewer

5.0 out of 5 stars The Perfect Holiday CD
This is a wonderful holiday CD for one and all. The stories are beautifully told through the music. The artists are excellent singers... Read more
Published on December 16, 1999 by Benita H. Koman

5.0 out of 5 stars "Magi is a Gift"
For all of us who are extremely cynical about how the meaning of Christmas has been twisted into into a world wide marketing ploy, Peter Ekstrom's "Magi" beautifully... Read more
Published on December 15, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful O. Henry Holiday Tales Set to Exquisite Music
Peter Ekstrom succeeds in remaining true to the original delightful O.Henry tales of selfless giving while adding exquisite music and delightful dramatization. Read more
Published on December 15, 1999 by Mark Davis

5.0 out of 5 stars Magical Magi
I have heard this album and think it is terrific. The story stands well on its own but the music truly does make it magical. Read more
Published on December 15, 1999 by art

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