This week, we’re heading into the woods to explore the wonderful world of Stephen Sondheim. 

Alicia has picked highlights from her favourite Sondheim shows to share with musical theatre newbie Graham. We’ll listen to selections from “Sweeney Todd”, “Company”, “Into the Woods”, “West Side Story” and “A Little Night Music” to appreciate the genius of this singular musical icon.

Listen to this week’s songs on our Spotify playlist and follow us on Instagram (@music_at_work_podcast).

Songs in this episode:

From Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

• "The Ballad of Sweeney Todd"


• "The Contest"


• "A Little Priest"


• "Johanna"

From Into the Woods

• "On the Steps of the Palace"


• "Moments in the Woods"


• "Finale/Children Will Listen (Pt. 1)"

From Company

• "Being Alive"


• "Marry Me a Little"


• "Sorry-Grateful"

From West Side Story

• "America"


• "Somewhere"


• "Tonight"

From A Little Night Music

• "You Must Meet My Wife"