West Side Story (Original Soundtrack Recording)
The original soundtrack recording for the film 'West Side Story,' featuring Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer, Russ Tamblyn, Rita Moreno, and George Chakiris. This soundtrack is notable for winning 10 Oscars, including Best Music.
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The 'West Side Story' original soundtrack recording is a seminal work in musical theater, composed by Leonard Bernstein with lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. The soundtrack features memorable songs such as 'Maria', 'Tonight', and 'Somewhere'. The film, released in 1961, is an adaptation of the stage musical of the same name, itself inspired by William Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. The album has been widely acclaimed and remains one of the best-selling and influential soundtracks in history, significantly contributing to the popularity of the musical genre.
