WATCH: Seth Rudetsky Deconstructs Hello, Dolly!

Seth Rudetsky Deconstructs "Put on Your Sunday Clothes' from the 2017 revival of Hello, Dolly!

[@eireannmac4771]

If you could not get excited about the music through Seth Rudetsky's deconstructions, you are DEAD. Thank you for the passion Seth. It is so contagious.

[@ChristineThomasOMeally]

This is what I tell my soprano students: God invented altos, tenors and basses to pronounce things while you sing crazy high notes and everyone cheers.

[@MichaelJohnson-vi6eh]

this also goes for bassi profundi too. try D below the bass staff and any vowel. its all ughhhh.

[@kristynvancleave207]

There really is something about Gavin Creel's "e" vowels that warms my soul! His diction in general is just fantastic- I'm obsessed with that hard "k" in "Yonkers" 😍

[@MaximFoster]

Seth crying listening to Hello, Dolly is so relatable

[@abced12]

i am LOVING these "Seth Rudetsky Deconstructs" videos!!!

[@nathandiaz4847]

Literally this is me obsessing to my friends about musical theatre and this album..... oh and I relate to Seth crying to “Sunday Clothes” on a personal level.

[@chazsallen]

I saw the show three times and teared up every time at that same moment Seth describes. The chorus, the orchestrations, and that huge train coming on stage were all perfectly overwhelming and wonderful affirmations of the magic of Broadway (and why I love it so much).

[@edisonthethird]

@@chazsallen I’m late to this but same! My friends thought I was crazy for uncontrollably weeping during that part. Best moment in musical theatre ever!!

[@beaellie9766]

Many of us got teary during this song/production, repeatedly. Even with the tour, it was an amazing moment of classic Broadway magic.

[@kellygerner7024]

Seth is a national treasure. Love these!

[@justmeyo4589]

My husband and I saw Hello, Dolly on our honeymoon and I cried right at that part you did

[@eaewan]

He gives me lots of joy. He loves musicals asmuch as I do. Tearing up. I did too.

[@gerrygarcia653]

Again, for me music is for enjoyment, but your deconstructs confirm some of those "things" that also moved me when listening to music, just didn't know how to verbalize it. Thank you, thank you.

[@chocolatesouljah]

Awesome assessment. I have the technical skill to verbalize what I hear but thanks to Seth it has a more powerful and nuanced approach. I'm an enthusiastic musical theatre teacher, director and choreographer but when words fail I often show my students one of Seth's videos.

[@jessica23claire]

I felt like a light switched as soon as Gavin sang "out there there's a world outside of Yonkers..." oh God this will be good.

[@DokiDokiDelu]

I'm OBSESSED with these Seth Deconstruct videos!

[@ratwithahat2]

My gosh I love these so much. I came for the Dear Evan Hansen, and stayed for the Seth Rudestsky

[@dannisall1289]

I cried at the exact same moment. And the 'shoes' is something I just keep coming back for, it is true... it's exciting!! So grateful that I saw this production a couple of years ago, I still talk about it weekly!

[@katiemcloughlin4438]

LOVING Seth and his brilliant, endless knowledge of musical theatre. He always makes me appreciate songs and shows that I didn't think I liked!

[@thestonewallpoetry4330]

Hating anyone who uses LOVE in the continuous.

[@msbeejones]

oh my god, getting choked up? so special! thank you for not editing that out.

[@benmah2697]

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[@mcorby53]

I can't explain why but but listening to this on auto-replay as I fall asleep is magic. When I awake, it is comforting and I look forward waking up again. (I have this on constant replay.)

[@rainabatra]

The casual 'thats what she said' XD

[@jkeister]

Thanks for the mention of Charles Nelson Reilly’s ‘74 Tony Award appearance. Laughed my arse off. Needed the humor ... well ... ‘cause the world is imploding. Thx, Seth. Big fan. Of you, too 😂.

[@jonldn]

Oh joy! Oh happy days! Deconstructs are back....

[@MYBY]

So happy to see these being posted again!

[@letstrythis...3513]

I just saw this in NYC and I think I might have wept after every song... but "Put On Your Sunday Clothes" was SOOO moving! Gavin Creel was outstanding at everything he did, and I'm hoping you deconstruct Kate Baldwin's rendition of "Ribbons Down My Back." Her vocal control was NUTS!! I mean that in the best way possible! :) My brother, sister-in-law and myself (all music teachers) were weeping from the sheer joy and at times [as you said] simplicity of this production. I have "Seth's Broadway Diary" vol. 1 and I too, am obsessed with high belting. I love the ear SR has, and I'm guessing there were both altos AND a tenor or two on that low harmony line in POYSC.

[@mnewcomb2060]

i am so glad these are back you can tell he loves music so much and it just makes me happy

[@mindfulbreath]

I cannot tell you how incredibly happy Seth's deconstructions make my Broadway-and-music-theory-nerd heart. Love you, Seth!

[@imkelolove2140]

So happy these are happening regularly again😊

[@ld7560]

Love you Seth...HI STERICAL. You're face is so expressive. Great on radio, but fantastic in the flesh!

[@kimberlywhite6057]

Just found these "Seth Rudetsky Decontructs" and wow, LOVE THEM!!! I listen to Seth on Sirius Radio but this is SO MUCH Better seeing him as well as getting the specifics on our favorite musicals.

[@lohphat]

10:30 the word you're hunting for is "drone" -- the underlying constant notes from bagpipes. You nail it -- it's THAT chord change in the song which blossoms and makes the song memorable as it can cause an ASMR event which emotionally binds the listener to the music; that, in turn, creates a memory of comfort and familiarity which draws them in deeper.

[@nathanmaddenofficial]

This is Awesome! Your the best and Thanks for the shout out! We spent Many beautiful hours on the vocals! Jennifer Simard is everything!

[@StephShrubb]

Ok I saw Hello, Dolly! last week and I am SO READY for this Sethie!!!

[@chocolatesouljah]

"Delicious Betty Buckley "e" vowel!"

[@jvmusicjarivillanueva1117]

Awesome deconstruct. You can't say enough about Philip J. Lang's orchestrations for Dolly. They made the show. Lang along with Russell Bennett were the premier broadway orchestrators who brought the tunes to life with their musical coloring. Thanks so much Seth. I enjoy listening to you on the radio!

[@RosemaryBenson]

I wept like a maniac through the entire show, so overhelmed by the sensory overload! Now that I've somewhat recovered, I must get the cast album to really hear the arrangements.

[@bobbachelor2593]

Thank you so much. I just love this. What an incredible deconstruct...totally appreciate all the delicious details! and what a voice: Gavin Creel..and YES Jerry Herman IS so under appreciated...keep these videos coming.

[@stageobsessed755]

I have missed these so much!!! Undoubtedly the best part of my week was watching this. Thank You

[@kazza6078]

I love that you got emotional!! I do too and it's fantastic to see high up professionals still be so moved by the art they work in daily.

[@madalyn_]

I can relate to this video so much, because when I saw Hello, Dolly! With Donna Murphy and this song started I was just absolutely amazed with how great it was. Gavin is SO TALENTED!

[@stephenvincent4989]

Thanks - so right regarding “Put On” so many highs & lows - a great build - just listening it stirs the emotions and when standing you can’t fail to strut.

[@kerryincolumbus]

Hi Seth, this is truly one of your very best deconstruct ever!!! Also, your hair looks amazing! WELL DONE

[@TheMusicalJourneys]

Now you made me want to get on a train and see a show I thought I knew too well! You're great Seth!

[@donald1949]

Love your videos Seth -we have a friend in common John Ellis (Gilbert)-I should say had as he passed away (heart attack)-the "crash' in sunday clothes is the train sound-when you were miming it you actually did the movement that is so associated with train choreography-love it

[@pierrehalloy351]

Thank you, Seth, for sharing your thoughts from your amazing and genius analytical mind. This is fascinating and makes my day each and every time you post a new video. Lots of love from Belgium!

[@catherine5599]

Seth, thanks for sharing. You're brilliant.

[@poshhawk104]

Thanks for showing that emotion. Music makes me tear up also.

[@vxhorusxv]

Yes to the CRASHING and the crazy amah-zingness of chorus!

[@tanja3611]

I'm very glad with these series, I never consciously look at songs like this, it's so cool!

[@FloraWest]

I just watched "Wall-E" with my son last week so this is extra great to see.

[@pjcannon64]

OMG, your deconstruction of these Broadway shows is just f'ing amazing - we need to talk!!!!! :-)

[@josiedivincenzo792]

YOU are delicious. LOVE these deconstructs! I'm learning!! I'm loving!!

[@sandrabeggs3549]

Is there anything I love more than Seth Rudetsky deconstructing anything at all? No. Nothing. We speak the same language. xoxo

[@lexigermain]

I was in this show in high school and the chorus parts are still the most fun ones I've ever sung

[@scotverdin9401]

i've missed these!! You do what I always wanted to do, but never had the courage.............thank you.....

[@melanieweinraub]

Seth, this is so informative and interesting and inspirational. Love this. Bravo.

[@christinebell1939]

I've only recently discovered this channel but I absolutely love it and I have learned SO much from you!! Discovered Barbara Cook and Candice as well as so many musical terms I had no idea about!! Love love love!! Thank you!!!!!!!

[@MaximFoster]

I'm so happy these are back my LORD

[@halsatia]

Saw Hello, Dolly! for the 6th(!) time the other night, and Gavin added an "ohhh" before "Listen, Barnaby" and I literally got goosebumps. He probably added it to gear up for the high note on "listen" but it was still a great addition. Also I was sitting in the orchestra and I could hear Jennifer Simmard hit that crazy high note in the end, albeit more muted lol.

[@andreatuckman1084]

Embarrassed to admit I just found this channel AND know nothing about music. BUT I got so much out of this on so many levels that I immediately subscribed. One of my most beloved shows was Hello Dolly because the score was an emotional escapade wrapped in a romantic era in Yonkers, New York before the turn of the century. Thank you so much for explaining why my heart soars to the music of this wonderful show. Much respect to you.

[@robsryan]

This is excellent! I thoroughly enjoyed you. I wish I had seen this before I saw the show. I feel like I would have enjoyed Sunday Clothes more, but maybe not. I probably would have missed the song, by just listening for all the subtleties that an average theater goer like me would otherwise not catch. Can't wait to watch all your videos. Nice work!

[@TheJohn1567]

what a wonderful lesson. i'd love to see you on the stage!

[@crispypoohs]

I have missed these SO much.

[@bondfool]

It makes me cry too, and I have no idea why!

[@giannagraziano7545]

I started crying. My favorite songggg

[@ernlwjr2]

Your “Deconstructions” are music history/theory master classes!!! Bravo and thank you!!!

[@georgeyounts9391]

Thank you.. Very educational. Plus, for the CNR youtube suggestion. Very funny.

[@JuliusDavis77]

HD SETH IM HERE FOR IT

[@rdidri]

I could listen to you all day. So delicious! (I learn so much!)

[@OrisStories]

Love this song, thanks Seth!

[@johmyword3791]

I'm SO glad that you told us who that soprano was at the end of the song! The first time I heard this my response was "who is that soprano at the end because I'm obsessed with her!" Turns out it was someone I was already obsessed with!

[@EnzoFoove]

I adore this series!!!!

[@magicchandelier]

The orchestration and chorus are AWESOME. So perfect those musicals arrangements

[@r4b32t11]

QUIET PLEASE GENIUS AT WORK..🤗🙏🏼

[@moogooguypan2514]

He’d be an ideal Lt. Cable!

[@markotorres9645]

Dear Seth, your tears made me have tears. PS let's be best friends cause you're my favorite. lol Great job on this video

[@muscsf]

seth is great as always - even more so in this- what a great ear

[@PeaceBang]

This is so wonderful. In case you read your comments, Seth, I'll add a few things: the piano entrance of the ensemble is so perfect because it's ALL ABOUT THOSE COSTUMES, RIGHT? Did you swoon? I DIED. I was DED. Thank you for loving on Jerry Herman. He is indeed underappreciated. I think the word you were looking for for that slightly sinister harmony is drone? I have always especially loved that verse and now I know why! DRONING. Finally, in the original score, the men sing "To town we'll trot" segment and the women respond with a high "OH!" I don't know what note it is but it's in the original recording. I always figured that the verse was a lyrical nod to Cornelius and Barnaby's intention, hence the guys singing it. I found it interested that this production cut the women's response of "OOOH"" I love that you cried. I saw Bette on June 14th, her first performance after winning the Tony and the audience love was titanic.

[@kaylevine58]

you are so spot on in all of your critiques

[@carold8345]

I love your analysis. I love the insight. You prove that it is appropriate to love musicals.

[@manmeshi]

My Theory : Jerry didn't want the lady characters of Yonkers being perceived as the kind of women who would go out to a "smoky spot" so only the men would sing that line.

[@markhh]

Maybe in an earlier version of the song the women had a section of their own that balanced the men’s. But it got cut, leaving just the men’s section. Just an idea!

[@manmeshi]

markhh Maybe. It is as good a theory as mine.

[@markhh]

R Gallagher - Wow! 2 years later! Thanks for the comment.

[@devindean3952]

Please let the patti deconstruction be "forever beautiful" that song is soooooo gooooood she kills

[@sjcohen4444]

Interesting that Seth points out that only the men sing, "To town we'll trot to a smokey spot where the girls are hot as a fuse." Yet in the film Streisand sings this as a solo.

[@bronwynwoolhouse5839]

SO GLAD THESE ARE BAAAAAACK :)

[@angelarojas1529]

I watch this video like once a month 😂❤️

[@hellbenthornball1153]

I occasionally revisit this video to watch Seth dramatically react to the words "Out there." It's priceless, and I get a huge kick out of it.

[@kazza6078]

That Charles Nelson Reilly Tony awards bit is so great! I'm glad Seth suggested it

[@taylorlang9865]

I went to see hello dolly a few weeks ago and jenn simard was half the reason I went. I saw her in disaster and have loved her ever since.

[@Blendre]

I like how the orchestration is contemporary yet traditional. Though I write and sing pop songs I'm going to start incorporating scoops now. lol

[@crimeselected]

His dedication makes me happy.

[@ontheoutsidealwayslookingi4332]

Gavin Creel never disappoints.

[@andreadudas94]

I've always LOVED Put on You Sunday Clothes from Hello Dolly. I too have cried just listening to the movie soundtrack of this magnificent song. Thank you Seth for deconstructing it. We are going to Bway this summer to see Hello Dolly. I will listen for all of the details you've pointed out. Thank you for sharing this.

[@Lizwindsor]

Seth is amazing! ❤️

[@anitadiamant6382]

LOVE.

[@JWAChicago]

Love you, love Gavin Creel, Love Jennifer SImard, great video!

[@stantheman1610]

Appreciate the t-shirt #NationalCrustaceonLeague

[@sushicourier]

Gavin Creel is incredible live. Such an amazing singer.

[@billf9847]

You’re awesome.

[@landenalft9222]

For the harmony in the chorus I think it is a pedal tone. A note that just is continuous underneath the melody and other harmony lines.

[@Glinkaism1]

Seth loves to explain like Lenny. :) Thanks for your presentation, Seth.

[@ughhh]

*insert 'my longest yeah boi' video here*

[@mileslawlor6189]

Was there not a video where he deconstructed Lillias White's rendition of "Don't Rain on My Parade" for Playbill??? I could have sworn I saw it when scrolling through my feed one day and I SO wanted to watch it!!! :(

[@SethTV]

Yes. It's online

[@ryanbriante1974]

please deconstruct Patti in war paint