Kurt Weill (Lite)
Series: Broadway Matinee - Songs from the Stage & Screen
From: Janean Jorgensen
Length: 00:58:58
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Arguably the least understood yet most influential composer for Broadway is Kurt Weill, the German-born visionary and social critic who sought to create a new type of musical entertainment. Kurt Weill's music is an acquired taste, so the Matinee presents Weill Lite - some of his more accessible music, a step towards getting to know the man and his music.See file for full playlist.
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Piece Description
Arguably the least understood yet most influential composer for Broadway is Kurt Weill, the German-born visionary and social critic who sought to create a new type of musical entertainment. Kurt Weill's music is an acquired taste, so the Matinee presents Weill Lite - some of his more accessible music, a step towards getting to know the man and his music.See file for full playlist.
Broadcast History
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Timing and Cues
Piece Audio Version
Segment A:
In cue: "Support for the Matinee comes from ..."
Out cue: " ... on the Matinee."
Segment B:
In cue: Music
Out cue: theme music
Single File Version Version
In cue: "Support for the Matinee comes from ..."
Out cue: theme music
Instrumental music 29:00 - 30:00 for your announcements
Additional Files
- Playlist (100303Weill.xls)
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