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High School Musical 3 (Senior Year)

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Musicals
by: Original Soundtrack

October 20, 2008
the music great especially when the first time you see the film.
ive been able to relate to the films from the beginning but this one is by far the most emotional. the music puts across so many feelings that made me cry 4times throughout.

buy the CD after youve watched the film or you wont get the entire impact of the music.

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Mamma Mia! The Movie Soundtrack

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Musicals
by: Cast Of Mamma Mia The Movie

July 07, 2008
My daughter bought me this for my birthday, cant stop playing it full volumn in the car. Cry everytime it gets to "slipping thru my fingers" I can really relate to this song. A must for every Abba fan and even some who aren't. All the cast did a fantastic job with all the songs, some better than others.

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High School Musical 3 (CD + DVD)

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Musicals
by: Various Artists

October 20, 2008
the music great especially when the first time you see the film.
ive been able to relate to the films from the beginning but this one is by far the most emotional. the music puts across so many feelings that made me cry 4times throughout.

buy the CD after youve watched the film or you wont get the entire impact of the music.

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Wicked (Idina Menzel)

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Musicals
by: Various Artists

August 28, 2006
I have to agree with the writer of the 1-star review that the actress who plays Elphaba on Broadway (and is featured on the cd) definitely has a disappointing voice compared to the West End actress. However, I do think that the actors playing Glinda and the Wizard, in contrast, have a better voice on Broadway, compensating a little for Elpahaba. I really do hope that a West End version of this cd will become available at some point.

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Disney's High School Musical Karaoke CD+G

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Musicals
by: Disney's Karaoke Series

October 10, 2006
I have to agree with the writer of the 1-star review that the actress who plays Elphaba on Broadway (and is featured on the cd) definitely has a disappointing voice compared to the West End actress. However, I do think that the actors playing Glinda and the Wizard, in contrast, have a better voice on Broadway, compensating a little for Elpahaba. I really do hope that a West End version of this cd will become available at some point.

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The Phantom of the Opera

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Musicals
by: Original London Cast Andrew Lloyd Webber

October 30, 2000
I own the film soundtrack and this original cast recording version. I've seen the show 4 times now and this CD brings back the memories; the Overture does give you goose bumps and from this recording you get the flavour of the theatre experience.

When sung well, as they are in this case, 'Music of the Night' and 'All I Ask of You' are very moving. Sarah Brightman is the star of the original show as her voice is truly moving. I've always been skeptical about Michael Crawford, although his signing is excellent, I don't think brings the true gravitas of the character of the Phantom all that well.
I do like his interpretation of 'Music of the Night' though.

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Mamma Mia - Original London Cast (5th Anniversary Edition)

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Musicals
by: Original London Cast

April 05, 2004
never ever liked abba 30 years on i still can't stand them now this ******* film has regurgatated their dire music once again ..mamma mia!!!!! i would nt give it any star ratings but it was the only way to move on mamma mia!!!!

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Oliver!: Original Film Soundtrack [SOUNDTRACK]

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Musicals
by: Original Soundtrack

April 14, 2008
Okay, this is a bit churlish, because it deserves a 5, but there are huge cuts from Oom Pah Pah, I think 2 verses missing - for political correctness? Not for space/length reasons as there are 200 dance choruses of Who Will Buy and Consider Yourself. I like the Shani Wallis songs the best, so to have big chunks taken out of one of her best songs is a real spoiler.

Elsewhere, the mixing is a little off. When you listen to Fine Life, it's like one giant unknown cockney is standing 2 inches away from your ear bellowing 'FINE LIFE!' during the choruses.

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The Jersey Boys Original Broadway Cast Recording

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Musicals
by: Various Artists

May 21, 2007
I saw the show in October, The Four Seasons were way behind my time but the show and this recording are what will bring the band's great music back and to younger generations. The soundtrack is one of the best cast recordings I have ever heard, I play my favourite songs from it everyday and dance around like a loon!

It has an amazing feel good factor to it, they sound a lot like The Four Seasons but there's a freshness about the music too which coming from a younger generation appeals to me more than the original recordings of Franki Valli and The Four Seasons.

Go and see the show, it's having amazing runs everywhere and I've just heard it's come to London, I'll be booking my ticket to see it there next time I go!

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Another Side

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Musicals
by: John Barrowman

November 12, 2007
This is among the best CDs I have ever bought! I've been listening to it for 2 months straight, and I'm still not sick of it! Listening to John's voice as he sings these songs makes me laugh, makes me cry, and occasionally makes me cry out his name in pleasure. There's a great selection of songs, and they are just sung so beautifully! Love it!