Maria
Tatiana Troyanos, Leonard Bernstein
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Maria The most beautiful sound I ever heard: Maria, Maria, Maria, Maria All the beautiful sounds of the world in a single word Maria, Maria, Maria, Maria Maria! I've just met a girl named Maria, And suddenly that name Will never be the same To me. Maria! I've just kissed a girl named Maria, And suddenly I've found How wonderful a sound Can be! Maria! Say it loud and there's music playing, Say it soft and it's almost like praying. Maria, I'll never stop saying Maria! The most beautiful sound I ever heard. Maria
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Written by: Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim
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11 facts about this song
Song Origin"Maria" is a song from the 1957 Broadway musical, "West Side Story," composed by Leonard Bernstein.
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Literary ContributionThe lyrics of "Maria" were written by Stephen Sondheim who was primarily a playwright and became one of the most important figures in 20th-century musical theatre.
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Character ConnectionThe song is intimately linked to the character Tony who sings it after meeting Maria at a dance, expressing his newly discovered love for her.
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Time SignatureUnlike most songs, "Maria" has an unconventional time signature of 2/4, providing a steady rhythm that mirrors the heartbeat-like swelling of infatuation.
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Linguistic factThe song's title, "Maria", is repeated 27 times throughout the track, showcasing Tony's near obsession and deep infatuation with Maria.
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Cinematic Presence"Maria" was also included in the 1961 film adaptation of "West Side Story," where it was performed by actor-singer Jim Bryant.
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Cultural ImpactDue to its popularity, the song "Maria" has been covered by many artists over the years, including Johnny Mathis, Julie Andrews, and The Supremes.
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Award Recognition"West Side Story," where the song "Maria" originated from, won a Tony Award for Best Choreography and was nominated for Best Musical in 1957.
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Musical Traits"Maria" is noted for its soaring melody and lyricism, reflecting both the high stakes of the love story and Bernstein's background in classical music.
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Fusion StyleThe song "Maria" reflects Bernstein's fusion of different musical styles, combining elements of classical music, jazz, and traditional Broadway melodies.
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Popular References"Maria" along with other songs from "West Side Story" have become icons of American culture, referenced and parodied in various forms of media.
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