| Chess in Concert (2 CD) | 
| Artists: Josh Groban, Idina Menzel, Adam Pascal
Label: Reprise Records
Category: Music
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Rating:  42 reviews
Sales Rank: 5,510
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 2
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 4.9 x 0.4
UPC: 093624979814
EAN: 0093624979814
ASIN: B0028SVXVC
Release Date: June 16, 2009
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Genre: Popular Music
Media Format: Compact Disk
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Release Date: 16-JUN-2009
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 Chess in Concert August 23, 2010
Erin L. Monfort (Brandywine, MD)
Somebody needs to remind me that whenever I sell my car to please remember to remove this CD from the player. I cannot get enough of this! So much so that I bought the DVD. I would love to see this ensemble come to the USA - I would buy tickets in a heartbeat!
Astounding August 12, 2010
Spencer Hixon
This is truly the greatest performance of Chess since its inception. Not only have Anderson and Rice come up with a winning, thrilling, compelling story with unforgettable songs, but the performers themselves are second to none. I highly recommend this album and the DVD of the performance for anyone and everyone.
So many great songs August 8, 2010
Tina M. Ramos-Ingold (Fontana, CA USA)
This is a wonderful album filled with so many great songs. I love the way that Idina, Adam, Josh, and Kerry (and the rest of the cast) sing. Listen to it all the time!
 I was going to write June 18, 2010
Patricia R. Andersen (MD USA)
a long detailed review of why I felt this recording significantly altered the original "Chess" musical, but I realized I'd be showing what a geek I am. And while I have the original Broadway cast recording, I bought it used, so I have no info on any of the cast members.
In my humble opinion, by putting Josh Groban in the part of the Russian, it makes the musical more about the Russian than I felt the other 2 versions were. The first version especially seemed to be more about Florence's story, which made it more interesting to me. And the Broadway version offers much more hope, with Florence's father making an appearance. This version ends on a very down note.
But why aren't I analyzing every word, every note, every reading? It's simple. Other reviewers have summed up the problem for me in 2 words and those two words are Idina Menzel. M's Menzel does not have the vocal power Elaine Page had in her recording. Elaine Page made Florence sound like a strong competent woman, which considering her history, she should have been. M's Menzel makes Florence sound as if she's a teenager on her first crush. It just didn't impress me.
Josh Groban has a beautiful voice, but he doesn't seem to be that conflicted about what he is doing - leaving his wife, children and country or leaving his lover to go back to Russia. Tommy Korberg seemed to be disturbed by the actions he was taking and the consequences that would be visited upon him.
And Adam Pascal is no match for Murray Head's reading of the part of the American. Murray Head not only brought the snark but also the pathos of the American's experience. Adam Pascal sounds a bit too controlled, not like he's facing a major mental breakdown from the loss of his title and his companion.
But some people love this production of "Chess". Even the creators say this was the version they wanted to create. But for me, it lacks the punch of the other 2 recordings Chess (1988 Original Broadway Cast) and Chess. So if you're a fan of Idina Menzel, you'll probably like this recording. I've listed to this one several times and I'm just not that impressed. Your mileage may vary.
Wonderful! May 15, 2010
snowgirl
I originally bought the DVD because Josh Groban is my favorite singer, and I fell in love with Chess. It has a great story and all of the songs are amazing.
In Act II of the DVD, there is one use of the "f word", but it's missing from the CD. The other brief profanity is still there however. But it's not that bad. It doesn't detract from the songs.
I haven't seen any earlier versions of Chess, but every member of the cast seems like they fit their roles well.
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