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The Musicians of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Phantom of the Opera’ Find Meaning in the Mundane
20:49 - 26:51 (06:02)
The pit musicians of Phantom of the Opera discuss how they find meaning in the repetitive nature of their performances and some of the unique challenges they face.
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This transcript discusses how pit musicians find meaning in their repetitive jobs, as they play the same notes and songs during every performance.
20:49 - 23:03 (02:14)
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This transcript discusses how pit musicians find meaning in their repetitive jobs, as they play the same notes and songs during every performance.
ChapterThe Musicians of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Phantom of the Opera’ Find Meaning in the Mundane
Episode796: What Lies Beneath
PodcastThis American Life
Andrew Lloyd Webber's quest for perfection in Phantom creates both technical and emotional challenges for the musicians performing in the show.
23:03 - 26:51 (03:48)
Andrew Lloyd Webber
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Andrew Lloyd Webber's quest for perfection in Phantom creates both technical and emotional challenges for the musicians performing in the show. Despite these difficulties, players find moments of joy and satisfaction in the small details of their craft.