From famed Tin Pan Alley composer Al Sherman to his sons Robert and Richard who became the most successful song-writing partnership in the history of Hollywood through to Robert’s son Robbie, an established writer in his own right, this revue covers nearly a century of popular song-writing by one family and the astonishing breadth of the musical legacy that they have left, and are still leaving, behind – this cabaret was indeed created by Robbie himself.
Its debut delighted audiences at the St James Theatre in April 2014 and this recording is a superb companion. Featuring the original quartet of performers - Emma Williams, Charlotte Wakefield, Stuart Matthew Price and Greg Castiglioni – and the beautiful piano arrangements and playing of co-creator Colin Billing, it’s a musical odyssey that sails proudly in a sea of nostalgia yet remains clear-sighted enough to introduce these songs anew through the personal touch of Robbie Sherman’s linking narration.