About this episode

The episode explores the musical genius of Claus Ogerman and his contributions to Broadway music.

This magical arranger turned his genius to the Broadway canon with timeless results. Listen to Sinatra, Jobim, Sammy Davis, Jr., DianA Krall, Streisand and more in thrilling versions of songs from Fiddler on the Roof, Kismet, Zorba, My Fair Lady and more.

People in this episode

Host: Laurence Maslon

Guest: Claus Ogerman

Topics covered

• musical arrangement
• Broadway
• jazz
• song interpretation
• music history

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Fiddler on the Roof, Kismet, Zorba, My Fair Lady

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