Volume II of the smash New York revue is captured here with electrifying performances from some of Broadway's most impressive vocalists (who, collectively, boast over 100 Broadway credits to their names, some of whom originated roles in Sondheim musicals). Sondheim Unplugged, The NYC Sessions Volume II features many of the best-loved tunes from the master composer's oeuvre (Being Alive, Anyone Can Whistle, Losing My Mind), as well as lesser-heard, sparkling treasures from shows like Passion and Pacific Overtures. Freshly studio recorded in 2020-21, this newest addition to the great collection of Sondheim recordings is one not to miss. "Sondheim Unplugged isn't just one the most entertaining shows in New York City - it's one of the most important. This is a stellar and starry cast... all sublimely talented musicians and crackerjack actors - both gifts that, when combined, add up to some noteworthy entertainment."- BroadwayWorld. "Pour yourself a glass of something bubbly and enjoy."- The New York Times. "Sondheim Unplugged isn't just one of the most entertaining shows in New York City - it's one of the most important. This is a stellar and starry cast... all sublimely talented musicians and crackerjack actors - both gifts that, when combined, add up to some noteworthy entertainment."- BroadwayWorld. "On first listening, I thought the album was good. On a second listen, I found it triumphant. The work here is phenomenal, and I can't wait for the next release." - The Algemeiner. "A rich and rewarding treasure trove of recordings." - BroadwayWorld. "A stellar collection that comes at you from another direction that invites you to follow along in it's sure-footed trail. Solid!" - Midwest Record. "With masterly musical direction and piano accompaniment, we have a cornucopia of Sondheim. Not only the recognizable songs from the musicals but others that maybe are a little more obscure. And the artists! What a selection of voices!" - Musical Theatre Review
Tracklist
Disc One:
1. Marry Me a Little
2. Can That Boy Foxtrot!
3. Anyone Can Whistle
4. Smile, Girls
5. Our Time
6. You Could Drive a Person Crazy
7. Could I Leave You?
8. Happiness
9. If You Can Find Me, I'm Here
10. Dawn
11. Buddy's Blues
12. Green Finch and Linnet Bird
13. There's Always a Woman
14. With So Little to Be Sure Of
15. Some People
16. Losing My Mind
17. Lovely
18. Every Day a Little Death
19. Giants in the Sky
20. Everybody Loves Louis
21. Sand
22. Finishing the Hat
23. Being Alive
Disc Two:
1. Sunday in the Park with George
2. More
3. Little Lamb
4. Johanna
5. Agony II
6. Not a Day Goes By
7. Pirelli's Miracle Elixir
8. Too Many Mornings
All Things Bright and Beautiful
9. Pretty Lady
10. Franklin Shepard, Inc.
11. Children Will Listen
12. Hello, Little Girl
13. Another Hundred People
14. I Wish I Could Forget You
15. Silly People
16. Moments in the Woods
17. It Wasn't Meant to Happen
18. The Last Midnight
19. The Miller's Son
20. Take Me to the World
21. Goodbye for Now
