Track Listings (13) - Disc #1| All Artists: Various Artists Title: Voices for Gilda Members Wishing: 0 Total Copies: 0 Release Date: 6/27/2003 Genres: Jazz, Soundtracks Style: Number of Discs: 2 SwapaCD Credits: 2 UPC: 810004002616 |
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When Gilda Radner died of cancer in 1989, she left behind a rich comedic legacy and millions of fans. Roughly two dozen of those friends contribute one track each to this two-CD tribute. Musically, the discs cover a broad ... more » |
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Amazon.com When Gilda Radner died of cancer in 1989, she left behind a rich comedic legacy and millions of fans. Roughly two dozen of those friends contribute one track each to this two-CD tribute. Musically, the discs cover a broad range, featuring studio and concert recordings from big pop stars (Elton John, Paul Simon, Celine Dion, Sarah McLachlan), Broadway heavy hitters (Nathan Lane, Mandy Patinkin), and Saturday Night Live alums (Dana Carvey, Steve Martin, and Billy Crystal). Also included are two comic clips from Radner herself—a Lisa Loopner piano recital of "The Way We Were" and a graduation commencement speech by Roseanne Roseannadanna. But for all the star power contained here, the most touching track by far is the final one. It's an a cappella version of "Ohio" from the Leonard Bernstein musical Wonderful Town sung by Radner's husband, Gene Wilder. In his wobbly voice you can hear a world of love and hurt, neither of which has diminished with time. (Proceeds from this CD go to Gilda's Club, a free non-profit support community for those touched by cancer.) --David Bombeck Similar CDsSimilarly Requested CDs
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CD ReviewsI was a friend of Gilda's goodlooking999 | Los Angeles, CA | 08/04/2003 (5 out of 5 stars) "As someone who knew and loved (and wrote for) Gilda, I sometimes view tributes that are done in her honor with a consideration of what she would've thought of the gesture. She would've LOVED this CD. For many reasons. First of all, the artists who are represented and gave of themselves as well as their talents would've touched her heart in an indescribable fashion. Gilda was an artist who knew what it was like to create - so these songs that were donated both in her honor and for the wonderful cause that bears her name (Gilda's Club) are indeed the greatest gifts fellow artists could have given her. Secondly, Gilda knew just about everyone represented on this CD personally. She loved Paul Simon's music. No one made her laugh harder than Steve Martin. Paul Shaffer, Billy Crystal, and Victor Garber were among her oldest friends. And she had a crush on Gene Wilder. Last, but hardly least, Gilda loved being the center of attention. And if she is in a place where she somehow knows what all these wonderful people did in her name and honor, I know she's be smiling. This CD is great." Gilda Lives On Alyssa | USA | 12/24/2003 (5 out of 5 stars) "As a wannabe SNLer, Gilda has inspired me so much-- not just as a comedian and actress, but as a person. This CD has the right balance of comedy and song, featuring tracks by SNL alums such as Dana Carvey and Billy Crystal and beautiful tracks by Celine Dion and Elton John, to name a few. The most touching track of all has to be "Ohio" sung by Gilda's husband Gene Wilder. The profits of this CD benefit Gilda's Club, which is a beautiful organization. Gilda Radner will live on forever not just through her brilliant comedy, but through this inspiring organization that has helped so many. The world lost an amazing person way too soon." A wonderful tribute Author Brian Wallace (Mind Transmis | Texas | 07/21/2003 (5 out of 5 stars) "a lovely album filled with songs of hope, sadness and joy. A very moving tribute for one of the comedic greats. Having survived skin cancer, I am particularly affected by the powers of music and comedy to restore optimism and the solidarity of humans to take on this monumental challenge.This work preserves her legacy for generations to come.Her genius is eternal."
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