Come - The Music Of Cy Coleman" with Jason Graae, Sally Mayes, Julia
Murney, Billy Stritch, Lillias White and directed by David Zippel.
David just returned from New York where he played Fiyero in the Broadway production of "Wicked" having created the role in the original Los Angeles workshop productions.
David was a member of the original Broadway cast of the 6-time Tony Award winning musical "The Light In The Piazza", performing on both the "Tony Awards" and the PBS telecast "Live From Lincoln Center". David was the 2007 recipient of the prestigious "Helen Hayes Award" for best actor as well as the 2007 best actor "Garland Award" for his portrayal of Fabrizio Nacarelli in the national tour of "The Light In The Piazza".
In New York City he lent his talent to the Actor's Fund production of "On The 20th Century" at The New Amsterdam Theatre and performed his solo concert at the famed New York jazz club "Birdland" and the "Metropolitan Room".
David first gained critical acclaim when, after a two year search, he was chosen to replace Donny Osmond in the national tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" (Dramalogue Award) a role which he has subsequently played 4 more times in productions all over the country.
At Boston's North Shore Music Theatre he created the role of Tom in the new musical "Tom Jones" as well as the role of Billy (opposite Maureen McGovern) in the new musical "Letters from 'Nam", a role which he reprised at The Kennedy Center and Seattle's Village Theatre. In Chicago he originated the role of Charlie in the world premiere of "Peggy Sue Got Married", after touring the country as Peter in the national tour of "Jesus Christ Superstar" (opposite Ted Neeley).
Other stage productions include the L.A. premiere of The Road Theatre production of "The Woman In Black" (the Actor) directed by Ken Sawyer, "Assassins" (John Hinckley) at Reprise - with members of the original Broadway cast, "Children of Eden" (Caine - Robby Award) at Musical Theatre West, "Godspell" (Jesus) at the St. Louis MUNY, and "Pirates of Penzance" (Fredrick) at The Sacramento Music Circus.
On film, David was the voice of the Prince in the Warner Bros. animated feature "The King & I", and can also be heard as "Willy" in Disney's "Home On The Range". Recordings include the soundtracks to "Ghepetto", "The King & I", and "Home on the Range". Also the recordings "Strouse, Schwartz, & Schwartz", "Lerner, Loewe, and Lane" and "Lee Lessack's - In Good Company".
David is very proud of his debut solo CD "David Burnham" for LML Music, available online at Amazon.com, itunes, Barnes and Noble Bookstores, and other fine retailers
Moon River
David Burnham Lyrics
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I'm crossing you in style some day
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker
Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
Two drifters, off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after the same rainbow's end, waitin' 'round the bend
(moon river, wider than a mile)
(I'm crossin' you in style some day)
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker
Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
Two drifters, off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after that same rainbow's end, waitin' 'round the bend
My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me
The song "Moon River" was composed by Henry Mancini for the movie Breakfast at Tiffany's, and was popularized by the actress Audrey Hepburn, who sang the song in the movie. David Burnham's rendition of the song captures the wanderlust and romanticism that the lyrics depict.
The song sets the scene of a river that is wider than a mile, which the singer is crossing in style some day. The river, known as the Moon River, serves as a metaphor for the journey of life that the singer is embarking on. The dream maker is referred to, both in admiration and frustration, as a heartbreaker who is beckoning the singer to follow. The singer is seeking adventure and companionship, and is joined by another "drifter" who shares the same longing for the unknown. Together, they set out to see the world, searching for the end of the rainbow, where they hope to find whatever they are looking for. The song ends with the singer expressing affection for their "huckleberry friend," and the Moon River serving as the backdrop of their journey.
Overall, the song is about the beauty and mystery of life, and the desire to explore and make meaningful connections with others along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Moon river, wider than a mile
The river is vast, symbolizing the vastness of possibilities and opportunities in life.
I'm crossing you in style some day
The singer has a vision to achieve great things in life, and will do so with style and grace.
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker
The dream maker can both inspire and disappoint, leaving the singer feeling both joy and sadness.
Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
The artist is so captivated by the dream maker's vision that they are willing to follow wherever it leads.
Two drifters, off to see the world
The artist and the dream maker are wandering together, seeking adventure and discovery.
There's such a lot of world to see
The singer is awed by the vastness of the world and the infinite possibilities it holds.
We're after the same rainbow's end, waitin' 'round the bend
The singer and dream maker share a common goal, and despite challenges and obstacles, they persevere in pursuit of it.
My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me
The artist reflects on the simplicity and purity of their companionship as they continue their journey together.
Lyrics © Tratore
Written by: Johnny Mercer, Henry Mancini
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