The Soundtrack with Haley Taylor

Disney’s Alice in Wonderland turns 75 this year, and on this episode of The Soundtrack, Haley Taylor celebrates the music that made Wonderland sing. Discover the remarkable story behind one of Disney’s most ambitious soundtracks, from dozens of discarded songs and legendary Tin Pan Alley songwriters to unforgettable performances by Kathryn Beaumont, Sterling Holloway, and Verna Felton. Along the way, you’ll hear how songs written for Alice found new life in other Disney classics, why the film’s music remains so distinctive, and how a soundtrack once overlooked became one of Disney’s most enduring musical legacies. It’s the first of a two-part journey down the rabbit hole, with the original songs this week and the surprising world of cover versions next.

 

Haley Taylor hosts “The Soundtrack” every Saturday and Sunday at 6 p.m. where she explores the scores of the silver screen. Tune in for an hour of unforgettable film music with a look at the composers and the stories that made these melodies sing. Stay connected by following Haley on Instagram.