Let the Music Play (CD)

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Let the Music Play leads with the anthemic first single, the title track poised to be the collection’s breakout song.

“Live music, for me, is breathing! As New York – and the rest of the world – returns to live performance, this piece reflects our growing optimism after a pandemic pause with a world coming back to normal. I am so excited to appear again in front of in-person audiences. I hope this song resonates with everyone who has missed that connection of music as much as I have. I’m thrilled to breathe again.”

Mason presents this new collection of theater music, pop classics and new compositions. Special guests include Stephen Schwartz, who plays piano on a tender version of the beloved Wicked ballad “For Good,” and David Friedman, who accompanies Karen on his poignant standard “We Can Be Kind.” The album – which features arrangements by Christopher Denny and Barry Kleinbort, in addition to contributions from Dick Gallagher, and Brian Lasser – is produced by Paul Rolnick.