Michael Feinstein Sings the Jerry Herman Songbook
Michael Feinstein · 1993
58 min · 22 tracks · traditional pop
A vibrant celebration of Broadway's golden age, blending lush orchestration with Feinstein's evocative vocal storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hello, Dolly! Medley: Before the Parade Passes By — This medley encapsulates Feinstein's ability to blend nostalgia with contemporary performance, showcasing both his vocal prowess and emotional delivery.
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I Won't Send Roses — This track highlights Feinstein's interpretative skills, delivering a poignant rendition that captures the song's melancholic longing.
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Mame Medley: We Need a Little Christmas — Feinstein's lively interpretation of this holiday classic revitalizes its joyous spirit and exemplifies his knack for engaging performances.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Feinstein's interpretations showcase strong vocal craft and cohesive arrangements, celebrating Broadway classics effectively.
What we noticed
- Feinstein's vocal delivery is characterized by expressive phrasing and dynamic range, often emphasizing emotional peaks in the lyrics.
- The orchestration includes lush strings and brass arrangements that complement Feinstein's vocals, enhancing the theatrical quality of the material.
- Several tracks transition smoothly into one another, maintaining a consistent tempo and mood that reflects the charm of Broadway.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- short bursts of joyful melodies
- heartfelt moments of reflection
- playful energy for celebrations
- vibrant tributes to classic musicals
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of intense soundscapes
- prefer heavy, complex arrangements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Michael Feinstein released this album in 1993, he was firmly establishing himself as a leading interpreter of American standards and Broadway classics. This project followed his earlier works and showcased his deep appreciation for Jerry Herman's contributions to musical theatre, marking a significant phase in his career as he brought classic songs back into popular awareness.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Connick Jr.· Tony Bennett· Nat King Cole
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just Go to the Movies 3:33
- 2 As Simple as That 3:13
- 3 Hello, Dolly! Medley: Put on Your Sunday Clothes 1:10
- 4 Hello, Dolly! Medley: It Only Takes a Moment 1:34
- 5 Hello, Dolly! Medley: Before the Parade Passes By 2:01
- 6 Penny in My Pocket 3:23
- 7 Kiss Her Now 3:04
- 8 With You on My Arm 2:18
- 9 Marianne 3:01
- 10 Mame 3:51
- 11 Dancing 2:29
- 12 Let's Not Waste a Moment 4:13
- 13 Loving You 3:17
- 14 Look Over There 2:25
- 15 To Be Alone With You 3:50
- 16 Mame Medley: It's Today 1:01
- 17 Mame Medley: If She Walked Into My Life 3:15
- 18 Mame Medley: We Need a Little Christmas 1:09
- 19 Mame Medley: It's Today (reprise) 0:36
- 20 I Won't Send Roses 3:06
- 21 Hello, Dolly! 3:20
- 22 You I Like 2:45
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