The innovative nature of Bernstein's rhythmic patterns in West Side Story encourage the movement of the show. Varying time signatures and cross rhythms require a versatile pit orchestra in order to deliver the true essence of the action-packed show. This is episode 9 of Soundfly's free series "The Somewhere Project." Watch the next episode in the series here: [ Ссылка ].

Hear more about who Music Director Marin Alsop calls the "musical American melting pot" by signing up for the full course at [ Ссылка ].

The Somewhere Project: A West Side Story Companion is part of Carnegie Hall's Somewhere Project, a new initiative drawing inspiration from West Side Story to redefine New York City as a "place for us." For more information, visit [ Ссылка ].

The course features interviews with some of the top experts, including:

Jamie Bernstein, Leonard Bernstein's daughter
Marin Alsop, music director of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Amanda Dehnert, acclaimed director and associate professor at Northwestern
Leslie Stifelman, music director of Chicago: The Musical
Melissa Rae Mahon, Broadway performer
Charles Burchell, cultural diplomat
Julio Monge, Broadway performer and choreographer
Carly Hughes, Broadway performer
Ryan Worsing, Broadway performer

The recording of "Somewhere" is from the Symphonic Dances from West Side Story by Leonard Bernstein, performed by the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America.

Vocal excerpts from West Side Story are from the Original Broadway Cast Recording.

Other excerpts from West Side Story are also performed by the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America.

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