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Hardcover Night and the Music: Rosemary Clooney, Barbara Cook, and Julie Wilson, Inside the World of Cabaret Book

ISBN: 0028729544

ISBN13: 9780028729541

Night and the Music: Rosemary Clooney, Barbara Cook, and Julie Wilson, Inside the World of Cabaret

This study recounts the dramatic stories of three cabaret artistes, Rosemary Clooney, Barbara Cook and Julie Wilson. Following these artistes through the 1993-94 performing season, the author brings... This description may be from another edition of this product.

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The definitive description of cabaret today.

Being a cabaret singer myself, I was immediately taken in by this book. I saw all three ladies perform during the 93-94 season and I was glad to relive those performances. The way Ms. Winer weaves in and out of the divas' stories, mingling in sections on other NYC cabaret denizens, and her honest, tell-it-like-it-is style kept me wanting more. The hard truth that it is almost impossible to make a living in cabaret - even these great stars struggle - was difficult to read. But I believe that especially in a book like this, the truths have to be told. Ms. Winer points out the battles, but also the rewards of this field: creating magic in the night - and the music.It's a good read.

A fascinating read...

This is the book equivalent of a behind-the-scenes documentary. It tosses you into the often difficult world that is New York cabaret. Although all three ladies are established stars, they struggle like everyone else. I bought this book on a whim. I have long been a fan of Rosemary Clooney, and knew a little of the other ladies, but thought it would be entertaining to read about the cabaret world. I don't think you have to be a huge fan to appreciate the book. Winer's style is most appropriate and entertaining for a book of this kind. Winer weaves in and out of the stories of each singer, and little by little, you learn a lot. As she follows Rosie, Barbara and Julie around, you start to get a clear picture of what it takes to make it: determination, resilience, a sense of humor, and unfailing talent. She captures moments you won't find in an interview. All in all, I would recommend this book highly, but not to just anyone. If you are a fan of any of the profiled singers, if you are a performer, if you enjoy finding out "what makes people tick," you'll enjoy this book.
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