"These singers carry Broadway in their bones. The songs are not something they learned for this concert. This music has been part of their lives for decades. As a pianist, you feel that immediately."
"A chorus like this could rehearse with a pre-recorded soundtrack. Many do. It is cheaper and simpler. But a recording cannot do what Feng did. A soundtrack is fixed. It does not listen."
Every winter, retirees from the Northeast migrate to South Florida, seeking Broadway-repertoire choruses to perform music that resonates with their lives. A chorus in Boca Raton sought a pianist, leading to the hiring of Yu-Hsuan Feng, who was recommended for her sensitivity and collaborative skills. Feng noted that the singers possess an intrinsic connection to the music, having lived with it for decades. Unlike pre-recorded soundtracks, live accompaniment allows for a dynamic, responsive musical experience that enhances the performance.
Read at The Village Voice
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