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re: What are the great stand-alone instrumental pieces in musicals? (not overtures)
Posted by: Chromolume 07:47 pm EDT 06/26/18
In reply to: What are the great stand-alone instrumental pieces in musicals? (not overtures) - Chazwaza 04:45 pm EDT 06/25/18

It seems that no one has yet mentioned one of my favorite ballet pieces - the dance section of "Marian The Librarian." Unfortunately, I don't believe the music is included complete on any commercial recording, though the adaptation used in the film is close, as I recall.

The picnic ballet that goes with "Once A Year Day" in Pajama Game is also a lot of fun.

And, the dream ballet that goes with "Leaning On A Lamppost" in Me And My Girl. Terrific arrangement.

I'd also include the "Abduction" ballet from Man Of La Mancha (though it does include a bit of singing, with its ironic reprise of "Little Bird"). Really cool writing!
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