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The King and I is a musical, the fifth by the team of composer Richard Rodgers and dramatist Oscar Hammerstein II. It is based on the 1944 novel Anna and the King of Siam by Margaret Landon, which is in turn derived from the memoirs of Anna Leonowens, governess to the children of King Mongkut of Siam in the early 1860s. The musical's plot relates the experiences of Anna, a British schoolteacher hired as part of the King's drive to modernize his country. The relationship between the King and Anna is marked by conflict through much of the piece, as well as by a love that neither can admit. The musical premiered on March 29, 1951, at Broadway's St. James Theatre. It ran nearly three years, then the fourth longest-running Broadway musical in history, and has had many tours and revivals.
The musical was an immediate hit, winning Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Actress (for Lawrence) and Best Featured Actor (for Brynner). Lawrence died unexpectedly of cancer a year and a half after the opening, and the role of Anna was played by several actresses during the remainder of the Broadway run of 1,246 performances. A hit London run and U.S. national tour followed, together with a 1956 film for which Brynner won an Academy Award, and the musical was recorded several times. In later revivals, Brynner came to dominate his role and the musical, starring in a four-year national tour culminating in a 1985 Broadway run shortly before his death.
Christopher Renshaw directed major revivals on Broadway (1996), winning the Tony Award for Best Revival, and in the West End (2000). A 2015 Broadway revival won another Tony for Best Revival. Both professional and amateur revivals of The King and I continue to be staged regularly throughout the English-speaking world.
Music By - Richard Rodgers | Stage Date - 1951 | Film Date - 1956
Songbooks, Arrangements and/or Media
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Cristi Cary Miller : I Whistle a Happy Tune Here is the cheerful Broadway classic from Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I in a well-crafted setting that will have everyone smiling along! Easily-learned countermelodies to sing and whistle add just the right touch! Available separately: 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:50. Mark Brymer : Something Wonderful From Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I, this wonderful love song invites you to wrap yourself in a world of beautiful melody and deeply moving lyrics. An ideal showcase for women's choirs of all ages! Available separately: SSA, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:55. |
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From the popular Kids on Broadway series. Available: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:40.
Arranger: John Leavitt | Musical: The King and I
The light swing feel of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic from The King and I is enhanced by the stunning piano accompaniment! Available: SATB. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.
Arranger: Mac Huff | Musical: The King and I
Varied choral textures and luscious harmonies make this Rodgers & Hammerstein standard an ideal selection for a cappella vocal groups.
Arranger: Steve Zegree | Composer: Richard Rodgers | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein | Musical: The King and I
"I have dreamed every word you'll whisper, When you're close, close to me" - This wonderfully romantic song from The King and I is fun to sing and top arranger David Wright challenges you to sing your very best.
Arranger: David Wright | Composer: Richard Rodgers | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstin | Musical: The King and I
Lush vocal textures and expressive harmonies are the highlight of this well-crafted a cappella setting of the classic ballad from Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I. An excellent showcase for both concert groups and vocal jazz ensembles.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Richard Rodgers | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein | Musical: The King and I
Here is the cheerful Broadway classic from Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I in a well-crafted setting that will have everyone smiling along! Easily-learned countermelodies to sing and whistle add just the right touch! Available separately: 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:50.
Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller | Composer: Richard Rodgers | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein | Musical: The King and I
From Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I, this wonderful love song invites you to wrap yourself in a world of beautiful melody and deeply moving lyrics. An ideal showcase for women's choirs of all ages! Available separately: SSA, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:55.
Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Richard Rodgers | Lyricist: Oscar Hammerstein | Musical: The King and I
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Arranger: Clay Warnick | Musical: The King and I
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