b'One of the hardest things about writing lyrics is to make the lyrics sit onthe music in such a way that youre not aware there was a writer there.Stephen Sondheim From West Side Story and Gypsy to Sunday in the Park with George, Company and Into the Woods,Stephen Sondheims ability to weave words and music is virtually unparalleled in modern theater. In the musical tribute Side by Side by Sondheim, one reviewer nails whats most essential in Sondheim songs, emotion, intent and psychological landscape. Join Karl Middleman in July (page 40) as he turns the spotlight on the most important artist to work in the American musical theater over the past half-century.Shannondell at Valley Forgel10000 Shannondell DrivelAudubon, PA 19403l610.728.5211lshannondell.com 2020 Sh 2019 Shannondell,annondell Inc., Inc.'