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Track Listings
| 1. Blues |
| 2. Promenade |
| 3. Jump (Ochesta) |
| 4. Prologue (Orchestra) |
| 5. Jet Song |
| 6. Something's Coming (Tony) |
| 7. Dance At The Gym |
| 8. Maria |
| 9. America |
| 10. Tonight (Tony and Maria) |
| 11. "Gee, Officer Krupke" |
| 12. I Feel Pretty |
| 13. "One Hand, One Heart" |
| 14. Quintet |
| 15. The Rumble |
| 16. "Cool (Tucker Smith, Jets)" |
| 17. Somewhere (Finale) (Tony and Maria) |
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Track Listing
1. Prologue
2. Jet Song
3. Something's Coming
4. Dance at the Gym
5. Maria
6. America
7. Tonight
8. Gee, Officer Krupke!
9. I Feel Pretty
10. One Hand, One Heart
11. Quintet
12. The Rumble
13. Cool
14. A Boy Like That & I Have a Love
15. Somewhere Finale
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
41 of 43 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
So much has been said about West Side Story, which is universally regarded as one of the best recordings ever made, that it needs little in the way criticism. Suffice to say that there are a number of releases of the original soundtrack - of which this is clearly (pun intended) the best. The 2004 20-bit remastered and extended version is a failure and best avoided, with the energy, presence and detail of the original transfer sucked out of it.
An all-time classic, still technically outstanding after more than 40 years, and a reference point in the history of recording technique.
33 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Bernstein wrote himself into the annals of musical history with the score that he composed for West Side Story, a nineteen fifties version of Romeo and Juliet, and Stephen Sondheim did it justice with the terrific lyrics he wrote, which made the music soar even higher. This a musical that has entered the popular consciousness with good reason. Who hasn't heard the beauty and poetry of "Maria", the expectant poignancy of "Tonight", or the eternally hopeful "Somewhere" and not been touched, especially when sung, as they are here, by Jim Bryant and Marnie Nixon? There is also the upbeat "America" and "I Feel Pretty", which are ensemble songs geared to showcase Jerome Robbins' choreography to perfection. This is a magnificent CD that should be a part of any collection, as it contains music which would make angels weep.
56 of 67 people found the following review helpful
By MR O P ELTON
Format:Audio CD
This soundtrack recording taken from the oscar winning film contains all the excitement, energy and flair that you would expect from a recording of a Bernstein score. However, it also contains some noticeably poor performances from those involved in it's production. Some members of the Jets and Sharks were clearly chosen for their ability to dance rather than for their polished singing. At the beginning of the 'Quintet', for example, the Sharks are hideously out of tune and not necessarily singing the correct words. Also, there is some shoddy playing from the woodwind in the 'Prologue'. Having said that, the percussion are very good, and the trumpets, absolutely outstanding with some gravity defying acrobatics in the 'Dance at the Gym'. Natalie Wood does, of course, shine as Maria and is competently supported throughout by Tony. It is worth buying this recording just for its moment in cinema history and the sheer enthusiasm of the artists involved. But, if you're looking for a tight and precise account of Bernstein's incredible score, then I would suggest a more recent recording would be for you.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
A great film......
and a wonderful soundtrack which stands the test of time. In my view this is the best recording of this music.
Published 1 month ago by Bagpuss
5.0 out of 5 stars
What's not to like
Not sure what to write in this review that won't be stating the obvious. This original soundtrack of the film is wonderful and brings the film back as you listen. Read more
Published 1 month ago by mcah
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of the best film scores.
I bought this as I was doing an essay for my degree on music in film, and the scoring is fantastic; possibly one of the best film scores ever (my opinion). Read more
Published 5 months ago by James Pettinger
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another Happy Customer
This CD was purchase to use entertain people with Dementia and it has been a great hit with everyone.Bernstein - West Side Story: film soundtrack
Published 13 months ago by Sheena
5.0 out of 5 stars
No other word than Perfect
Perfect is the only word to describe this outstanding soundtrack. Each and every song is a classic and you never get tired of them. You just want to hear it again and again.
Published 17 months ago by JoseGer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love west side story
I loved west side story and the film is a classic,but bought for a Xmas present for person who saw the film when it came out first and hopefully will love this cd. Read more
Published 17 months ago by diya67
3.0 out of 5 stars
A little disappointing
I think that the presentation of soundtrack only, on CD, is a little disappointing. In my view this arrangement of the music needs the visual accompaniment as obtainable on DVD.
Published on 19 Nov 2010 by Alain
5.0 out of 5 stars
The best.
I bought the cd and dvd because I had to play in a provincial version of the show and needed the spot-on versions to listen to and watch. Read more
Published on 28 Jun 2010 by G. Malpass
5.0 out of 5 stars
Magnificent Soundtrack
Although the recording on this CD is now several years old, it has lost none of its charm. The music is by Leaonard Bernstein, with lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Read more
Published on 25 Mar 2010 by Mrs. B. J. Harrison
5.0 out of 5 stars
West side story cd
This product does exactly what it says on the tin !! Fantastic to sing along to too .
Published on 10 Jun 2009 by Mrs. S. J. Thompson
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