Godspell (1971 Off-Broadway Cast)
This article is about the album recorded by the musical's off-Broadway cast. For the musical itself, see Godspell. For the movie and its soundtrack, see Godspell (film).
| Godspell (1971 Off-Broadway Cast) | |
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| Cast recording by The Cast of Godspell (1971 Off-Broadway) | |
| Released | July 1971 |
| Recorded | 1971 |
| Genre | Musical theatre |
| Label |
Bell Records Arista/BMG Records 07822-18304 (reissued 1974) |
| Producer | Stephen Schwartz |
| Professional ratings | |
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| Review scores | |
| Source | Rating |
| Allmusic |   [1] |
Godspell (1971 Off-Broadway Cast) is the original cast recording of the Cherry Lane Theatre production of Godspell. It produced a radio hit in the summer of 1972 with "Day By Day" with Robin Lamont on the lead vocal. The image of the face on the album cover was designed by David Byrd.[2]
Track listing
Music and new lyrics by Stephen Schwartz except as indicated.
- "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord" – 2:03
- "Save the People" – 3:24
- "Day by Day" – 3:16
- "Learn Your Lessons Well" – 1:25
- "Bless the Lord" – 3:01
- "All for the Best" – 2:31
- "All Good Gifts" – 3:33
- "Light of the World" – 2:59
- "Turn Back, O Man" – 4:20
- "Alas for You" – 2:01
- "By My Side" (lyric by Jay Hamburger / music by Peggy Gordon) – 2:42
- "We Beseech Thee" – 3:37
- "On the Willows" – 3:07
- "Finale" – 5:40
- "Day By Day (Reprise)" – 1:56
Cast
- Lamar Alford – piano, vocals
- Peggy Gordon – guitar, vocals
- David Haskell – shofar, vocals
- Joanne Jonas – vocals
- Robin Lamont – vocals
- Sonia Manzano – vocals
- Gilmer McCormick – guitar, vocals
- Jeffrey Mylett – guitar, recorder, vocals
- Stephen Nathan – ukulele, vocals
- Herb Braha – vocals
Band
- Steve Reinhardt – keyboards
- Jesse Cutler – acoustic and lead guitar, bass
- Richard LaBonte – rhythm guitar, bass
- Ricky Shutter – drums, percussion
Musical production personnel
- David Byrd – design
- Stephen Schwartz – arranger, producer, musical Director
- Charles Haid – associate producer
- John-Michael Tebelak – director, concept
- Beverly Weinstein – art direction
Recording personnel
- Elvin Campbell – audio engineer
- Bill Inglot – remastering
- Ken Perry – remastering
Charts
Album
| Year | Chart | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Billboard Pop Albums | 34 |
Day by Day
| Year | Chart | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Billboard Pop Singles | 13 |
Certifications
| Organization | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| RIAA – U.S. | Gold | December 12, 1972 |
References
- ↑ http://www.allmusic.com/album/r84749
- ↑ Haun, Harry. "Side by Side by Schwartz: the 'Godspell' According to Stephen". Playbill.com. Retrieved May 14, 2015.
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