Get to know the musical beginnings of the aspiring composer.

Stephen shares the development of Pippin and advice from the legendary Hal Prince.

Stephen Schwartz discusses and performs Chanson, from The Baker's Wife.

In this insightful selection, Schwartz takes you through the genesis, adaptations, and final version of this Wicked hit song.

Stephen Schwartz's college experience.

Stephen Schwartz discusses and performs "Corner of the Sky" from Pippin.

Stephen explains how he learned of the book, Wicked by Gregory Maguire, his quest to convert it to a musical and collaboration with librettist, Winne Holzman.

In this selection, Schwartz discusses the influences that Leonard Bernstein had on him, beginning with their collaboration in 1971 on the Mass that opened the Kennedy Center.

Stephen Schwartz discusses how he began working with Disney and elaborates on the differences between writing for the theater and writing for the movies.