Tom Lehrer: His Music & Comedy Live!

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In summary, the conversation revolves around the discovery of a few neat clips of Tom Lehrer on YouTube, including the songs "LY song," "New Math," "Silent E," and "Masochism Tango." The conversation also mentions a 2-part live performance by Lehrer and compares him to Øystein Sunde, who is considered Norway's version of Lehrer. The final song discussed is "Hest er best som pålegg," which tells the story of an urban man's disastrous attempts at horseback riding.
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Tom Lehrer!

I just found a few neat clips on youtube:

The LY song:
[MEDIA=youtube]jnukWLDYnGc[/MEDIA][/URL]

"New Math":
[PLAIN][MEDIA=youtube]SXx2VVSWDMo[/MEDIA][/URL]
"Silent E":
[PLAIN][MEDIA=youtube]EVC9TayQIh8[/MEDIA][/URL]

And, finally, a 2-part live performance by himself:
[PLAIN][MEDIA=youtube]GzVSXEu0bqI[/MEDIA][/URL]
[PLAIN][MEDIA=youtube]gfZWyUXn3So[/MEDIA][/URL]

Enjoy!:smile:
 
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I'd never seen those! :biggrin:

Thanks Arildno!
 
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And here's "Masochism Tango":
[MEDIA=youtube]Sal4xRAmonI[/MEDIA][/URL]
 
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Thanks! Those are wonderful. And I never knew he wrote those Electric Company songs.
 
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The song here is performed by Øystein Sunde, Norway's Tom Lehrer of a sort.
Øystein Sunde is a word equilibrist more than a satirist and his songs tell zany stories rather than using the macabre as the comic element.

This song, "Hest er best som pålegg" tells of an urban guy who got the foolish idea he should learn how to ride a horse, with suitably disastrous results for everyone but the horse (it does, however, aqcuire a taste for modern art).
Sorry for the irrelevant, dumb video made by someone else:
[MEDIA=youtube]XCezSuO-LsA[/MEDIA][/URL]
 
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1. What is "Tom Lehrer: His Music & Comedy Live!" about?

"Tom Lehrer: His Music & Comedy Live!" is a live performance showcasing the musical and comedic talents of Tom Lehrer, a renowned satirist and musician. The show includes a collection of his most famous songs and stand-up comedy routines.

2. Who is Tom Lehrer?

Tom Lehrer is an American musician, songwriter, and satirist. He is known for his clever and humorous songs that often poke fun at politics, society, and popular culture. Lehrer gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s and has remained a beloved figure in the world of comedy and music.

3. Is Tom Lehrer still performing?

No, Tom Lehrer retired from performing in the 1970s to focus on his career as a mathematics professor at the University of California, Santa Cruz. However, his music and comedy continue to be celebrated and performed by other artists.

4. What are some of Tom Lehrer's most famous songs?

Some of Tom Lehrer's most famous songs include "The Elements," a song that lists all the elements on the periodic table, "Poisoning Pigeons in the Park," a humorous take on animal cruelty, and "We Will All Go Together When We Go," a satirical song about nuclear war.

5. Is "Tom Lehrer: His Music & Comedy Live!" appropriate for all ages?

While some of Tom Lehrer's songs may contain mature themes and language, the show is generally suitable for all ages. Parents may want to preview the content beforehand to determine if it is appropriate for their children.

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