An Evening with Stephen Schwartz Podcast
1) Collaborating with Leonard Bernstein
In this selection, Schwartz discusses the influences that Leonard Bernstein had on him, beginning with their collaboration in 1971 on the Mass that opened the Kennedy Center.
2) Pocahontas and Working in the World of Animation
Stephen Schwartz discusses how he began working with Disney and elaborates on the differences between writing for the theater and writing for the movies.
3) Wicked: The Evolution of "The Wizard and I"
In this insightful selection, Schwartz takes you through the genesis, adaptations, and final version of this Wicked hit song.
4) Chanson
Stephen Schwartz discusses and performs Chanson, from The Baker's Wife.
5) The College Years
Stephen Schwartz's college experience.
6) The Creation of the Musical, Wicked
Stephen explains how he learned of the book, Wicked by Gregory Maguire, his quest to convert it to a musical and collaboration with librettist, Winne Holzman.
7) Corner of the Sky: Pippin in Performance
Stephen Schwartz discusses and performs "Corner of the Sky" from Pippin.
8) The Development of Pippin
Stephen shares the development of Pippin and advice from the legendary Hal Prince.
9) The Early Years
Get to know the musical beginnings of the aspiring composer.