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On Tuesday, April 20, 2021, Professor Gil Harel led us through "the tale of Sweeney Todd" and examined how musical notes and lyrics converge in this thrilling masterpiece.

A recipient of the 1979 Tony Award for Best Musical, the plot of Sweeney Todd became “mainstream” in 2007 when it was made into a Hollywood slasher film directed by Tim Burton.

Based on a Victorian-era penny dreadful tale of violence and vengeance, the musical became one of many feathers in the cap of Stephen Sondheim, who composed the lyrics in addition to the music. One of his most complex scores, the audience will be presented with angular harmonies, counterpoint, dissonance that sometimes verges on atonality, and more.

About the Presenter
Gil Harel (PhD, Brandeis University) is a musicologist and music theorist whose interests include styles ranging from western classical repertoire to jazz. Previously, he has served on the faculty at CUNY Baruch College, where he was awarded the prestigious "Presidential Excellence Award for Distinguished Teaching," as well as the Southwestern University of Finance and Economics in Chengdu, China.

Currently, he teaches at Naugatuck Valley Community College, where he was presented with the "Merit Award for Exemplary Service to the College." At NVCC, Dr. Harel conducts the college chorale, a cappella ensemble, teaches music history and theory, and serves as musical director of theater productions. Outside of teaching, he enjoys staying active as a pianist and vocalist.

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