Kander and Ebb
Published on 22. April 2009
Book
Hardback
384 pages
978-0-300-11487-4 (ISBN)
Description
Composer John Kander and lyricist Fred Ebb collaborated for more than forty years, longer than any such partnership in Broadway history. Together they wrote over twenty musicals. Their two most successful works, Cabaret and Chicago, had critically acclaimed Broadway revivals and were made into Oscar-winning films.
This book, the first study of Kander and Ebb, examines their artistic accomplishments as individuals and as a team. Drawing on personal papers and on numerous interviews, James Leve analyzes the unique nature of this collaboration. Leve discusses their contribution to the concept musical; he examines some of their most popular works including Cabaret, Chicago, and Kiss of the Spider Woman; and he reassesses their "flops" as well as their incomplete and abandoned projects. Filled with fascinating information, the book is a resource for students of musical theater and lovers of Kander and Ebb's songs and shows.
This book, the first study of Kander and Ebb, examines their artistic accomplishments as individuals and as a team. Drawing on personal papers and on numerous interviews, James Leve analyzes the unique nature of this collaboration. Leve discusses their contribution to the concept musical; he examines some of their most popular works including Cabaret, Chicago, and Kiss of the Spider Woman; and he reassesses their "flops" as well as their incomplete and abandoned projects. Filled with fascinating information, the book is a resource for students of musical theater and lovers of Kander and Ebb's songs and shows.
Reviews / Votes
"The first important study of Kander and Ebb. A very useful book, thoughtfully presenting material not otherwise readily available."-Raymond Knapp, UCLA -- Raymond Knapp "James Leve beautifully distills and clarifies the fundamental reasons for Kander and Ebb's popularity and long term significance. This is a wise and musically informed interpretation of the team's remarkable creative process, rich in fascinating detail."-Thomas L. Riis, author of Frank Loesser -- Thomas L. RiisMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Product notice
Cloth over boards
Illustrations
7 b&w illus. & 45 musical exx.
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 156 mm
Thickness: 29 mm
Weight
680 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-300-11487-4 (9780300114874)
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Additional editions
James Leve
Kander and Ebb
E-Book
03/2009
1st Edition
Yale University Press
€59.95
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Person
James Leve is associate professor of musicology and coordinator of music history, Northern Arizona University. He has a forthcoming textbook on musical theater. He lives in Flagstaff, AZ.