The soundtrack to director Steven Soderbergh’s HBO original film Behind the Candelabra will hit stores on May 21, 2013, a few days prior to the film’s premiere on May 26th. The soundtrack features new music recorded just for the HBO film including performances of “The Liberace Boogie,” “Why Do I Love You,” and “The Impossible Dream” by Michael Douglas who plays Liberace in the dramatic movie.
In addition, the soundtrack includes Liberace’s own recordings. Marvin Hamlisch, pianist Randy Kerber, and pianist Idil Biret are also featured on the movie’s soundtrack.
Behind the Candelabra stars Michael Douglas and Matt Damon and was executive produced by Marvin Hamlisch, Steven Soderbergh, and Jerry Weintraub.
The Plot:
Before Elvis, before Elton John, Madonna and Lady Gaga, there was Liberace: virtuoso pianist, outrageous entertainer and flamboyant star of stage and television. A name synonymous with showmanship, extravagance and candelabras, he was a world-renowned performer with a flair that endeared him to his audiences and created a loyal fan base spanning his 40-year career. Liberace lived lavishly and embraced a lifestyle of excess both on and off stage.
In the summer of 1977, handsome young stranger Scott Thorson walked into his dressing room and, despite their age difference and seemingly different worlds, the two embarked on a secretive five-year love affair. Behind the Candelabra takes a behind-the-scenes look at their tempestuous relationship – from their first meeting backstage at the Las Vegas Hilton to their bitter and public break-up.
BEHIND THE CANDELABRA – MUSIC FROM THE HBO ORIGINAL FILM Track List
1. The Liberace Fanfare – The BTC Orchestra
2. The Liberace Boogie – The BTC Orchestra Feat. Michael Douglas
3. Carioca – The BTC Orchestra
4. Chopin Nocturne In E Flat Major – Randy Kerber
5. Tico Tico – Liberace
6. When Liberace Winks At Me – Liberace Feat. Peggy King
7. Why Do I Love You – Michael Douglas
8. Kitten On The Keys – Liberace
9. NOLA – The BTC Orchestra
10. Begin The Beguine – The BTC Orchestra
11. I Belong With You – The BTC Singers
12. Prelude in E Minor, Op. 28, No. 4 – Idil Biret
13. Love Is Blue – Liberace
14. The Impossible Dream – Michael Douglas
