Cinderella (1957 Television Cast)
CBS's 1957 television production of Rodgers and Hammerstein'sCinderellahas the polished yet untampered sound of a live Broadway musical  recording, despite the fact that the album was recorded in advance of the television  broadcast. Julie Andrews stars as Cinderella, and her clean yet vulnerable voice perfectly  suits her role as the picked-on dreamer in rags. The tracks play like a Julie Andrews  showcase: her voice dominates the selections for both its distinctive qualities and the fact  that she is featured in more songs than any other performer. The CD features four  additional bonus tracks, including a piano version of "In My Own Little Corner," sung by  Andrews.--Bryony Angell