Vida [Import]

1. Vida

2. Mar E Lua

3. Deixe A Menina

4. Ja Passou

5. Bastidores

6. Qualquer Cancao

7. Fantasia

8. Eu Te Amo

9. De Todos As Maneiras

10. Morena De Angola

11. Bye Bye Brasil

12. Nao Sonho Mais

Vida,Chico Buarque,Universal/Polygram,World Music

Average customer rating: one rockin' butterfly 2.5 Stars- Often boring, but it occasionally makes for interesting listening. Criminally underrated Hippie rock favorite revisited ....hummmmm..in da gadda da ..BAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida Iron Butterfly Manufacturer: Elektra / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Psychedelic Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Dynasty | Warner Brothers Records | Stores | Music Similar Items: Steppenwolf: All Time Greatest Hits The Very Best of Deep Purple The Very Best of Cream Light and Heavy: The Best of Iron Butterfly Ball ASIN: B0000033OB Release Date: 1995-10-31

Tracks:

1. Most Anything You Want
2. Flowers And Beads
3. My Mirage
4. Termination
5. Are You Happy
6. In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida
7. In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida (Live Version)
8. In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida (Single Version)

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Iron Butterfly's 1968 album veritably defined the burgeoning genre of hard-rock, primarily by way of its utterly over-the-top title cut. Reportedly composed by keyboardist/lead singer Doug Ingle in such a stoned-out, numb-tongued condition that he couldn't properly pronounce its intended title--"In the Garden of Eden"--the track seemed almost a parody of every excessive inclination of psychedelia. Melodramatic vocals, repetitive riffing, aimless solos--you name it, this 17-minute behemoth had it. Aided by FM DJs who loved to program it in its entirety so they could take "legitimate" breaks, it became an unavoidable hit--and an anthem of its era. --Billy Altman

Customer Reviews:

one rockin' butterfly.......2007-06-23

Everyone knows the title song- it's a lengthy acid rock journey through all sorts of drug trips and wild musical passages. It's awesome. However, many people ignore the other five songs. What are they? They are short little psychedelic-tinged pop songs that are extremely melodic and JUST as good as the 18-minute title song. Seriously. I love them. These songs have been overlooked for WAY too many years. It's time to start accepting them for the melodic little gems they are. Great album overall.

2.5 Stars- Often boring, but it occasionally makes for interesting listening........2007-06-04

I suppose I should start with the title track: "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida" is emblematic of the acid rock (for lack of a better term) scene of the late 60s, thanks to its overarching ambition, musical theatrics, proto-hard-rock sensibilities, and sheer length. It has become something of an anthem of those heady times, and these days it's a pretty interesting period piece. It's also pretentious, overblown, excessive, and often boring. The lyrics are embarassingly dated in their faux-poetic psychedelic trappings, marked by forced mysticism and hackneyed drama. Meanwhile, the long instrumental section is hopelessly misguided, meandering through a series of unnecesary solos and building to a really boring climax. The legendary three-minute drum solo is passionless and drawn out, an uninspiring and utterly lame showcase of pointless pounding. The song does have its moments- there are some neatly acidic guitar solos and some cool electric organ. On top of that, the song's main riff is undeniably catchy, and the sheer droning repetition of the whole thing gives it a hazy, druggy, stoned-outta-this-universe atmosphere. All in all, "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida" is a woozy, overlong, and acid-soaked, a dated period piece that's more novelty than entertainment.

The other five songs on this album are alright. They don't have the stoned-dumb appeal of the title track, but they do have their respectible musical moments. "Most Anything You Want" is a nice, soul influenced number, and "Flowers and Beads" is every bit as catchy as it is cheesy (and it's really, really cheesy). "My Mirage" isn't halfway as haunting and atmospheric as it attempts to be, but it has a nice brooding feel. All in all, the songs are virtual nonentities, but they can be entertaining at times.

With this album, we have an occasionally entertaining, charmingly dated, and somewhat interesting historical footnote. If you like the rock n roll of the late 60s, this might give you a few kicks. Just don't expect much.

Criminally underrated.......2007-05-17

Another band that led the formation of heavy metal, Iron Butterfly is just like the name in many ways. THere are many times on this record that are very ________ hard, yet some "butterfly" melodies float along. Of course, this also has the seventeen minute long title track. IF you don't know what the song is like, if you like The Simpsons, you just might. THe beggining of Bart Sells His Soul, the hymn Bart gave out was this song (by, as he wrote, I. Ron Butterfly), and yeah, it does run 17 minutes. But ________ no, it's not boring, or a _________ 17 minute technical showoff.

Iron Butterfly is pretty sweet. The title track is cool, it's the centerpiece. But ________ no, you can't forget the other five songs. You might think they are just a bunch of ________ B-sides, _____ no. A lot of cool songs are present, and that's the best I can give. Psychedelic at it's best, this is a psychedelic record, not Sgt. Pepper. You should listen to it with headphones if anything else. Think of their sounds as early Zeppelin, not has heavy, but with a lot of cool psychedelic effects and a keyboard that should remind you of The Doors. It's a little outdated and certainly cheesy at times, but that's okay. It sounds good.

It isn't a totally _________ groundbreaking life _________________ changing album, but very cool. Get the deluxe version because it's worth it just for remastering.

Hippie rock favorite revisited.......2007-03-19

Missed this album ever since it got worn out & trashed in the late '60's and early '70's. Probably for old hard rockers only, but some of the material on this album was ahead of its time.
My only reason for the less than 5 star review was there was some distortion on some of the tracks that sounded like the recording was overmodulated on the original master tapes or when the CD was recorded from them. Not present frequently, just enough to annoy some purists who used to have the old album or tape. The CD is worth having just for the title track alone, and the unique hologram case is fantastic. Comes with a liner notes booklet. (Supposedly has some additional material, but have not had enough time to verify.)

....hummmmm..in da gadda da ..BAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2007-03-12

MUCHO ORGANO AL FRENTE, MUCHO TUFO A PSICODELIA FORZADA....SOLO EL TEMA QUE DA TITULO AL ALBUM MERECE CONSIDERACION...ESO SI, LA EDICION ACTUAL ES MUY PROLIJA, CON BOOKLET, FOTOS Y ANECDOTAS...DESPUES NO HAY MUCHO PARA AGREGAR.........

Average customer rating: Two-and-a-half hours of bliss not what i expected excellent guitar performances Essential Guitar... Lives up to its Name!

Essential Guitar: 33 Guitar Masterpieces Manufacturer: Decca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music The Decca Records Store | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: 300 Years of Guitar Masterpieces Spanish Guitar Music Classic Williams: Romance of the Guitar Art of Segovia Baroque Guitar ASIN: B000069KIT Release Date: 2002-08-13

Customer Reviews:

Two-and-a-half hours of bliss.......2007-04-04

This may be the best money I've ever spent. I got 2-1/2 hours of bliss for less than what I'd usually pay for one CD -- and you know how it is with music. You buy an album because of a song or two that you love, and you find that you like maybe half the songs on it. There's not a single selection in this one that I would've left out. It includes Joaquin Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez, performed by Pepe Romero on the guitar with the Acadamy of St. Martin in the Fields. I needed to replace my old LP recording of that. But I also get 30 other classical compositions and traditional Spanish pieces, each special in its own way.

Have you ever heard music that you wanted to last forever, maybe even to dive inside and live there for a while, immersing yourself in sound? That's how I feel about this collection. The only problem I have with it is that I bought it thinking it might be nice to listen to while I write. Not so. It's terrible for that. I'll sit with my hands poised above the laptop keyboard, assuring myself I'll get some work done while I listen. The music takes hold and carries me away.

I'm not expert at describing this or any type of music. I just know what I love. You might too, if you enjoy classical or Spanish guitar -- unless you have absurd expectations about combining listening with work.

not what i expected.......2007-03-26

This CD for me was a waste of money. Its just not what i thought it would be. Others may enjoy it but for me..it wasnt what i was hoping to hear.

excellent guitar performances.......2006-07-27

Outstanding guitar performances. I gave it only 4 stars because I do not personally like some of the compositions.

Essential Guitar..........2005-07-26

Up until this collection, I'd never heard the "Cavatina" played in the Deer Hunter movie. After hearing it, I could play it all day and not tire of it! It moves me that much, considering that it's almost "not" a classical guitar selection. The rest of the music is first rate! Excellent playing, but the "Cavatina..."
Buy it and enjoy!!!!

Lives up to its Name!.......2005-06-10

If you only bought this double CD set, you'd have a good starter collection of classical guitar music. It includes most of the standards, as well as rarer pieces. In addition to the many solo pieces, there are several excerpts from orchestral works, with Rodrigo's indispensible Adagio from "Concierto de Aranjuez" topping the list. There are also several flamenco numbers included, complete with heel taps and castanets.

The recording quality is uniformly good, even on the tracks by Segovia. I don't know if they were remastered or recorded late in his career, but they're free of the surface noise present in so many of his recordings. The set clocks in at a generous 2 1/2 hours - one of the greatest deals in instrumental music; this is not a "bargain" quality set. Listen to the samples online - great stuff.

My only mild criticism is in the marketing. The advertising features John Williams and Julian Bream. Each contributes exactly one track. I would have enjoyed more pieces by them for stylistic comparison. But the less well-known (at least to guitar music neophytes like me) artists are every bit as good, and I intend to obtain more of their work.

Average customer rating: A real bargain Classical Evolution: Spanish Guitar Music Just Learning

Classical Evolution: Spanish Guitar Music Manufacturer: Delta ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music $5.99 and Under | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Classical | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music $5.99 and Under | Prices | Blowout Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Classical | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Classical Evolution: Famous Piano Works II Classical Evolution: Famous Gregorian Chants Classical Evolution: Famous Piano Works I Classical Evolution: Waltzes Classical Revolution: Concertos ASIN: B000065AQ3 Release Date: 2002-05-07

Tracks:

1. Allegro Con Spirito - Budapest Strings
2. Adagio - Budapest Strings
3. Allegro Gentile - Budapest Strings
4. Allegro
5. Adagio
6. Menuetto
7. Rondo: Allegretto
8. Spanish Dance No.2
9. Castilla No.7
10. Hommage A Debussy
11. Spanish Dance

Customer Reviews:

A real bargain.......2007-07-04

A good introduction to Spanish guitar music, and for this price it is a great bargain. An enjoyable CD.

Classical Evolution: Spanish Guitar Music.......2007-05-14

I find the music of Spanish guitar soulful and exotic. This is my first selection of this music, and I am well pleased by the sounds of this recording.

Just Learning.......2007-04-11

I'm really enjoying the music, but admittedly know nothing of it. A wonderful CD for a person like me.

Average customer rating: Revolutionary times Black Dove makes me want to dance Enjoy! FRIDA would be proud

Frida Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Deutsche Grammophon: Music | Specialty Stores | Music Soundtracks | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music International | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Frida Border (La Linea) La Sandunga Una Sangre (One Blood) La Llorona ASIN: B00006LLNV Release Date: 2002-10-22

Tracks:

1. Benediction and Dream
2. The Floating Bed
3. El Conejo
4. Paloma Negra
5. Self-Portrait with Hair Down
6. Alcoba Azul
7. Carabina 30/30
8. Solo Tu
9. El Gusto
10. The Journey
11. El Antifaz
12. The Suicide of Dorothy Hale
13. La Cavalera
14. La Bruja
15. Portrait of Lude
16. La Llorona
17. Estrella Oscura
18. Still Life
19. Viva La Vida
20. The Departure
21. Coyoacan and Variations
22. La Llorona
23. Burning Bed
24. Burn It Blue

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She was famous as both artist and model, infamous as political revolutionary and social libertine, and Frida Kahlo's controversial life couldn't help but seem the stuff of great musical theater. Her story is brought to the screen by director Julie Taymor, whose musical compatriot here is also her husband; Elliot Goldenthal, student of both Copland and Corigliani, shrewdly sublimates his modernism in service of the rich, evocative music and songs of Mexico and Central America. Utilizing performers that range from the contemporary (Lila Downs) to the folk-classic (Costa Rican legend Chavela Vargas; Brazilian star Caetano Veloso) and traditional (Los Cojolites, El Poder Del Norte, Trio Huasteca, Caimanes de Tanquin, and others), Goldenthal generously displays the true breadth of Mexican folk music, while seamlessly infusing it with the minimalist corners of his own underscore and some winning songwriting of his own. The result is one of 2002's most compelling soundtracks. The enhanced CD features include musical film excerpts, as well as a video conversation between Goldenthal and star Salma Hayek and text interviews with the composer and director Taymor. --Jerry McCulley

Customer Reviews:

Revolutionary times.......2007-05-14

I absolutely love this soundtrack! Everytime I listen to it, I feel as though I am in Mexico during the revolution and Frida's life. Everyone should choose their own life soundtrack and this one allows us to see into Frida's life more clearly.

Black Dove.......2007-05-13

Fell into the movie trying to avoid study and hang out with a jilted housemate. If I'm honest, Salma Hayek was the main draw. Wafer thin.
However, I was enraptured by the story of Frida and the amazing performance (no wonder she was oscar nominated).
I bought the soundtrack the next morning. It really got to me.This is a great soundtrack and, yes, it does help if you have seen the movie but not necessary. I loved the latin passion (highs and lows). Chervala Vargas as Elliot Goldenthal describes in the slieve was once Frida's lover. I loved her Paloma Negra. So powerful.
There is something for everyone in this long soundtrack.
Do as i have: watch the movie and buy the soundtrack. Worth the time and money.

makes me want to dance .......2007-05-07

I really enjoyed the CD, the musical selection is great and it seems very authentic.

Enjoy!.......2006-12-30

I purchased this CD after seeing the movie. The music is enjoyable to listen to and passionate as I would think Frida was. I purchased this CD a second time to give to a female Hispanic artist who identifies with the trials and tribulations of Frida. This artist now paints while listening to this CD. Her artwork not only has improved but has become popular. I defiantly recommend its purchase.

FRIDA would be proud.......2006-10-20

Simply perfection. Each song will move you. I dont really even understand Spanish ( only simple conversational Spanish) and it strums my every emotion. I just LOVE it!

Average customer rating: one rockin' butterfly 2.5 Stars- Often boring, but it occasionally makes for interesting listening. Criminally underrated Hippie rock favorite revisited ....hummmmm..in da gadda da ..BAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida Iron Butterfly Manufacturer: Elektra / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Psychedelic Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Steppenwolf: All Time Greatest Hits The Very Best of Deep Purple The Very Best of Cream Light and Heavy: The Best of Iron Butterfly Ball ASIN: B000002IAO Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. Most Anything You Want
2. Flowers And Beads
3. My Mirage
4. Termination
5. Are You Happy
6. In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida

Amazon.com

Iron Butterfly's 1968 album veritably defined the burgeoning genre of hard-rock, primarily by way of its utterly over-the-top title cut. Reportedly composed by keyboardist/lead singer Doug Ingle in such a stoned-out, numb-tongued condition that he couldn't properly pronounce its intended title--"In the Garden of Eden"--the track seemed almost a parody of every excessive inclination of psychedelia. Melodramatic vocals, repetitive riffing, aimless solos--you name it, this 17-minute behemoth had it. Aided by FM DJs who loved to program it in its entirety so they could take "legitimate" breaks, it became an unavoidable hit--and an anthem of its era. --Billy Altman

Customer Reviews:

one rockin' butterfly.......2007-06-23

Everyone knows the title song- it's a lengthy acid rock journey through all sorts of drug trips and wild musical passages. It's awesome. However, many people ignore the other five songs. What are they? They are short little psychedelic-tinged pop songs that are extremely melodic and JUST as good as the 18-minute title song. Seriously. I love them. These songs have been overlooked for WAY too many years. It's time to start accepting them for the melodic little gems they are. Great album overall.

2.5 Stars- Often boring, but it occasionally makes for interesting listening........2007-06-04

I suppose I should start with the title track: "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida" is emblematic of the acid rock (for lack of a better term) scene of the late 60s, thanks to its overarching ambition, musical theatrics, proto-hard-rock sensibilities, and sheer length. It has become something of an anthem of those heady times, and these days it's a pretty interesting period piece. It's also pretentious, overblown, excessive, and often boring. The lyrics are embarassingly dated in their faux-poetic psychedelic trappings, marked by forced mysticism and hackneyed drama. Meanwhile, the long instrumental section is hopelessly misguided, meandering through a series of unnecesary solos and building to a really boring climax. The legendary three-minute drum solo is passionless and drawn out, an uninspiring and utterly lame showcase of pointless pounding. The song does have its moments- there are some neatly acidic guitar solos and some cool electric organ. On top of that, the song's main riff is undeniably catchy, and the sheer droning repetition of the whole thing gives it a hazy, druggy, stoned-outta-this-universe atmosphere. All in all, "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida" is a woozy, overlong, and acid-soaked, a dated period piece that's more novelty than entertainment.

The other five songs on this album are alright. They don't have the stoned-dumb appeal of the title track, but they do have their respectible musical moments. "Most Anything You Want" is a nice, soul influenced number, and "Flowers and Beads" is every bit as catchy as it is cheesy (and it's really, really cheesy). "My Mirage" isn't halfway as haunting and atmospheric as it attempts to be, but it has a nice brooding feel. All in all, the songs are virtual nonentities, but they can be entertaining at times.

With this album, we have an occasionally entertaining, charmingly dated, and somewhat interesting historical footnote. If you like the rock n roll of the late 60s, this might give you a few kicks. Just don't expect much.

Criminally underrated.......2007-05-17

Another band that led the formation of heavy metal, Iron Butterfly is just like the name in many ways. THere are many times on this record that are very ________ hard, yet some "butterfly" melodies float along. Of course, this also has the seventeen minute long title track. IF you don't know what the song is like, if you like The Simpsons, you just might. THe beggining of Bart Sells His Soul, the hymn Bart gave out was this song (by, as he wrote, I. Ron Butterfly), and yeah, it does run 17 minutes. But ________ no, it's not boring, or a _________ 17 minute technical showoff.

Iron Butterfly is pretty sweet. The title track is cool, it's the centerpiece. But ________ no, you can't forget the other five songs. You might think they are just a bunch of ________ B-sides, _____ no. A lot of cool songs are present, and that's the best I can give. Psychedelic at it's best, this is a psychedelic record, not Sgt. Pepper. You should listen to it with headphones if anything else. Think of their sounds as early Zeppelin, not has heavy, but with a lot of cool psychedelic effects and a keyboard that should remind you of The Doors. It's a little outdated and certainly cheesy at times, but that's okay. It sounds good.

It isn't a totally _________ groundbreaking life _________________ changing album, but very cool. Get the deluxe version because it's worth it just for remastering.

Hippie rock favorite revisited.......2007-03-19

Missed this album ever since it got worn out & trashed in the late '60's and early '70's. Probably for old hard rockers only, but some of the material on this album was ahead of its time.
My only reason for the less than 5 star review was there was some distortion on some of the tracks that sounded like the recording was overmodulated on the original master tapes or when the CD was recorded from them. Not present frequently, just enough to annoy some purists who used to have the old album or tape. The CD is worth having just for the title track alone, and the unique hologram case is fantastic. Comes with a liner notes booklet. (Supposedly has some additional material, but have not had enough time to verify.)

....hummmmm..in da gadda da ..BAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2007-03-12

MUCHO ORGANO AL FRENTE, MUCHO TUFO A PSICODELIA FORZADA....SOLO EL TEMA QUE DA TITULO AL ALBUM MERECE CONSIDERACION...ESO SI, LA EDICION ACTUAL ES MUY PROLIJA, CON BOOKLET, FOTOS Y ANECDOTAS...DESPUES NO HAY MUCHO PARA AGREGAR.........

Average customer rating: Un gran concierto Give em a 3.5 The Most Enjoyable Evening IN !!!!!!!!!!! Hmmmm.... Last Encore of songs missing off C.D.

The 3 Tenors in Concert 1994 Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Bernstein | Bernstein, Leonard | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Lehár, Franz | ( L ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Leoncavallo | Leoncavallo, Ruggiero | ( L ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Massenet | Massenet, Jules | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Mancini | Mancini, Henry | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Puccini | Puccini, Giacomo | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Schifrin | Schifrin, Lalo | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Verdi | Verdi, Giuseppe | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Contemporary | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Three Tenors | ( T ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Romances | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Modern & 20th Century | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Bernstein, Leonard | A to B | Featured Composers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Brodszky, Nicholas | A to B | Featured Composers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Massenet, Jules | M to P | Featured Composers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Puccini, Giacomo | M to P | Featured Composers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Hardelot, Guy d' | H to L | Featured Composers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Lara, Agustin | H to L | Featured Composers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Lehar, Franz | H to L | Featured Composers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Rodgers, Richard | Q to T | Featured Composers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Denza, Luigi | C to G | Featured Composers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Curtis, Ernesto de | C to G | Featured Composers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music French | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Italian | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Operettas | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Three Tenors | Q to T | Featured Performers, A-Z | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General Christmas | Holiday | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music General Christmas | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music Similar Items: Carreras · Domingo · Pavarotti ~ the three tenors in concert / Mehta The Best of the Three Tenors Paris 1998 The Three Tenors Christmas The 3 Tenors in Concert 1994 / William Cosel ASIN: B000002IZE Release Date: 1994-08-30

Tracks:

1. Le Cid: O Souverain, O Juge, O Pere
2. Maravilla: Amor, Vida De Mi Vida
3. Werther: Pourquoi Me Reveiller
4. Spring Is Here: With a Song In My Heart
5. Granada
6. Non Ti Scordar Di Me
7. 'A Tribute to Hollywood': My Way
8. Tribute To Hollywood: Moon River
9. Tribute To Hollywood: Because
10. 'A Tribute to Hollywood': Singin' In the Rain
11. Tu, Ca Nun Chiagne
12. Pagliacci: Vesti la Giubba
13. Turondat: Nessun Dorma!
14. 'Around the World': America
15. 'Around the World': All I Ask Of You
16. 'Around the World': Funiculi, Funicula
17. 'Around the World': Sous Les Ponts De Paris
18. 'Around the World': Brazil
19. 'Around the World': Be My Love
20. 'Around the World': Marechiare
21. 'Around the World': Lippen Schweigen
22. 'Around the World': Santa Lucia Luntana
23. 'Around the World': Those Were the Days
24. 'Around the World': Te Quiero Dijiste
25. 'Around the World': Torna A Surriento
26. Encores: La Donna E Mobile
27. Encores: Libiamo Ne' Lieti Calici

Amazon.com

It's not opera; it's not a pop concert; it's not Broadway. It's all of these and none of them. Once you accept the fact that this sequel to the original blockbuster concert recording is less about music and more about entertainment and the power of musical personalities, you can appreciate what you're hearing as an event--phenomenal and bizarre, momentous and frivolous. This is an occasion to celebrate the voices and egos of three huge superstars, and to have fun listening as Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, and Jose Carreras interact, bouncing lines off each other and playing to the overwhelmingly enthusiastic audience. Much of the fun and flavor of the concert is dependent on seeing the action, though, and without the visuals you notice flaws in the singing much more. Domingo comes off as the more solid performer, and his voice is in far better shape than the other two. But if you crave big, high, and loud--and you don't take your opera too seriously--you'll love this disc. --David Vernier

Customer Reviews:

Un gran concierto.......2005-07-19

Yo tenia el Cd de este concierto, pero sin duda el DVD presenta la realidad, lo sublime de este evento, porque ademas de ver las interpretaciones, trae varios puntos y canciones extras. Carreras creo que esta bien, saca la tarea. Placido Domingo en Amor vida de mi vida, logra llevar el concierto a su punto mas alto en ese momento, punto superado unicamente por Pavarotti en Nessum Dorma. Pavarotti como siempre sublime como dije en Nessum Dorma, Ave maria y en los popurris. La calidad del DVD es genial, con full screen y sonido digital. Otro punto buenisimo es la aparicion de Frank Sinatra en la cancion My way y de otras luminarias del cine y la política. Espero que este comentario sirva de ayuda para aquellos que quieran este DVD.

Give em a 3.5.......2004-01-25

The Three Tenors has/have become a cottage industry, churning out one CD after another for every imaginable event and in every combination. This does not mean that the results are necessarily inferior but it does imply a commercial, layman's approach. And maybe this is better - spreading the joys of fine music to the masses. After all, where besides figure skating and cartoons do most people have a chance to even hear opera?

This event, like the first one in Rome, has a magnificent setting but, like Rome, the show was marketed mainly to the American audience. They still include the dreadful "Maria" with the hilarious pronunciation and even added "With a Song In My Heart" (or, as Carreras is wont to sing, "Weeth a Soeeng een My Haht"). Though some may deride the choice of encores, they were almost perfect. The Three Tenors, despite their prior celebrity, are creations of our culture of entertainment in ways that Caruso could only dream about.

Synopsis: Carreras stands out, Domingo substitutes volume for quality and Pavarotti soars when he doesn't have to.

The Most Enjoyable Evening IN !!!!!!!!!!!.......2003-05-01

I am not a regular Opera fan, hoever these THREE are the Best. their songs they sing together are SUPER!!! And the range of NOTES REACHED ARE REMARKABLE. tHE MIXTURE of songs is a treat for all, even if you are not an OPERA FAN!!!! Great show!!!!!!

Hmmmm...........2002-04-21

Not what I thought it was going to be. I like only about 4 of the 20+ tracks on this CD. I shoudl have just bought the DVD instead and actually watched them perform. Much, much more entertaining.

Last Encore of songs missing off C.D........2002-02-06

The Three Tenors are my absolute favourite singers. The 1994 Concert was undoubtedly their best in my view. I taped this live concert from the television, and have played and played and played it!! I also taped it on a cassette, however, when I bought the C.D. I was really disappointed that they did not include the last set of encore songs, which included O Sole a Mio (don't know if I've spelt that correctly), where Placido and Jose try and outdo Luciano!! It received such a fantastic reception from the crowd, (one of the many standing ovations), and really showed how much the Three Tenors seemed to enjoy performing the concert. How come this was not included? I don't know if it was on the Video because I play my own.

Many thanks for your time,

With kind regards,
Pam Sargeant.

Average customer rating: A fine fusion And now for something completely different Makes Me Wish I Played Bagpipes Not bad at all How can a Scottish band play latin music this well?

El Agua De La Vida Salsa Celtica Manufacturer: Compass Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Celtic | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music World Dance | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Similar Items: Salsa Celtica: Great Scottish Latin Adventure El Camino Salsa Around the World Loteria de la Cumbia Lounge Putumayo Presents: Latin Groove ASIN: B00009IB1N Release Date: 2003-06-10

Tracks:

1. Cumbia Celtica
2. El Sol De La Noche
3. Guajira Sin Sol
4. Elagua De La Vida
5. Whisky Con Ron
6. Ave Maria De Escocia Medley
7. Maestro
8. Adios Adios
9. Auld Lang Syne

Customer Reviews:

A fine fusion.......2007-07-09

I saw this band perform in the film Driving Lessons. I was so much in love with their music that I went directly home to order the CD from Amazon. I'm not disappointed. What a great idea - to somehow fuse Celtic instrumentation into Latin music. It's an original and natural fit. It's not gimmicky like Paul Simon's African forays, wherein it sounds like he took the vocals off an indigenous recording and added his own. There's a real synthesis here, and it works perfectly.

Salsa Celtica has got the horns, great lead singing and unison background choruses of Latin, as well as the violin and flute of Celtic music. For me that's heaven.

And now for something completely different.......2007-01-04

I heard Salsa Celtica's Auld Lang Syne on December 30th on NPR's Folkways in the car and immediately as it started my wife and I remarked that we had to find the CD. This group is really hard to believe, as they all seem to be white Scots making amazing Latin music. There are parts of it that remind me on Manu Chao, with snippets of Spanish language radio playing in the background. In parts or as a whole this album is happy music, and as one reviewer mentions above, you simply can't help but start to dance. This is a great album and deserving of your ears and there isn't a weak track amongst them. Shop with confidence, I am sure you won't be disappointed.

Makes Me Wish I Played Bagpipes.......2005-05-04

I sought out this album after hearing "Sol de la Noche" as the opening track on Putumayo's compilation album, SALSA AROUND THE WORLD. And there's always a danger when one buys an album based on a single song, but there's nothing disappointing about this album.

This Scottish group is an amazingly talented ensemble, taking salsa traditions and rhythms and infusing them with celtic instruments and traditions. The performances are tight, inventive, and I defy you to listen to this album and not want to dance, even if it's just in your chair.

Their closing rendition of "Auld Lang Syne" is not to be missed. I WILL buy their future albums.

Not bad at all.......2005-05-04

This is one very good cd, for those who like a more Cuban-feel to their salsa. The slow, deliberate pace of most of the tracks is so refreshing, compared to some of the mind-bogglingly quick "salsa" being mass-marketed today. "Sol de la Noche" (which can be found on Putumayo CD "Salsa Around The World") is a great track, which features a nice hint of Scottish sounds, driving a great Cuban beat.

The "Guajira Sin Sol" track is amazing, my personal favorite. This song could play at all the best Latin lounges, it is so smooth and chilling, yet makes you want to jump up and shake your booty.

"Ave María de Escocia Medley" was the third best track, a fun song with great lyrics. Great salsa track, the hardest salsa track on the CD. Great stuff, and you WILL want to dance to this!

The other songs are good, just not as good as those above. The "Cumbia Celtica" track is very innovative, and they actually manage to pull off an authentic Colombian/Scottish feel. These gentlemen are great musicians, and we should be watching them in the future. With just a little more tweaking, they might just be the next top band in Salsa.

How can a Scottish band play latin music this well?.......2003-12-08

Sailing on the west coast of Scotland this summer, we walked into an isolated pub and were blown away to hear the best Latin music this side of Miami! Don't know where these guys came from, but if you can listen to this stuff without getting up and dancing,check to make sure you're still breathing. Fantastic Latin beat!

Average customer rating: Gabriela Montero CDs Non-professional Review Absolutely Magnificent! Improvisations Unbelievable! A beautiful breath of fresh air!

Gabriela Montero plays Chopin, Falla, Ginestera, etc. [Includes Bonus CD] Manufacturer: EMI Classics ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Waltzes | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Chopin | Chopin, Frédéric | ( C ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Falla | Falla, Manuel de | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Ginastera | Ginastera, Alberto | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Granados, Enrique | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Liszt | Liszt, Franz | ( L ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Scriabin, Alexander | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Rachmaninov | Rachmaninov, Sergei | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Etudes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Fantasies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Preludes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Scriabin, Alexander | Composers | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Piano | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music More Titles at Least 20% Off | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Chopin, Frédéric | ( C ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Falla, Manuel de | ( F ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Ginastera, Alberto | ( G ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Granados, Enrique | ( G ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Liszt, Franz | ( L ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Rachmaninov, Sergei | ( R ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Scriabin, Alexander | ( S ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Similar Items: Bach & Beyond - Gabriela Montero Gabriela Montero en Concert à Montréal Bach & Beyond [United Kingdom] Martha Argerich Plays Chopin: The Legendary 1965 Recording The Carnegie Hall Concert ASIN: B0009VK0LO Release Date: 2005-09-13

Tracks:

1. Moment Musical In E Mino Op. 12 No. 4
2. Prelude In G Op.32 No.5
3. Etude-Tableau In D Op.39 No.9
4. Prelude in D Flat Op.17 No.3
5. Prelude In E Flat Minor Op.16 No.4
6. Prelude In G Op.13 No.3
7. Etude in C Sharp Minor Op.42 No.5
8. La Vida Breve: First Spanish Dance - Manuel De Falla
9. Goyescas: Quejas O La Maya Y El Ruisenor
10. Danza Del Viejo Boyero
11. Danza De La Moza Donosa
12. Danza Del Gaucho Matrero
13. Nocturne In D Flat Op.27 No.2
14. Fantaisie-Impromptu In C Sharp Minor Op.66
15. Mephisto Waltz No.1

Tracks:

1. On Rachmaniov: Vocalise
2. On The Theme From Bach 'Goldberg Variations'
3. On Chopin: Nocturne In D Flat
4. On Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No.2
5. Inspired By Scriabin
6. On Duermete Mi Nino
7. In The Style Of Tango
8. On Granados: 'Quejas O La Maya El Ruisenor'
9. In The Style Of Bach
10. On Chopin: Prelude In A
11. 'Improvisation in Blue (Gabriela Montero)'
12. 'Song for Natalia and Isabella (Gabriela Montero)'

Customer Reviews:

Gabriela Montero CDs.......2007-06-12

Excellent service -- speedy, just as described, well-packaged. I'd definitely buy from this seller again.

Non-professional Review.......2007-03-27

Okay, I listen almost exclusively to classical music, but I do so simply for the pleasure and nothing more. I cannot tell you about Gabriela Montero's technique, and, when she improvises, I have no ability to judge the music's intrinsic value, authenticity, or whatever. I can only tell you this: while I own many dozens of albums, running the full spectrum of the classical genre, I value none of them above Montero's Bach and Beyond and her Piano Recital. Pure listening joy!

Absolutely Magnificent!.......2007-03-09

I first saw Gabriela Montero on 60 Minutes a few months ago and was taken by her playing ability as well as her ability to improvise on the classics. Ms. Montero's fingers fly over the keyboard, playing Rachmaninoff more dramatically and key-perfect than I've heard in a long time. I decided to purchase this CD and have not been disappointed.

Improvisations Unbelievable!.......2007-01-26

Gabriela Montero is a tremendous talent, both in standard classical repertoire, and improvisation. I have know her since she was a young girl, and she was by far the best pianist around, even then. She is an undersung pianist of our age, and should rise to the top very soon!

A beautiful breath of fresh air!.......2007-01-20

What a sheer delight hearing her play. I've never heard anyone quite like her. A phenomenally gifted player, and it's a rare treat to hear someone who defies pigeonholing. I had heard her on the radio, and knew I was onto something when her improvisation on a very simple theme gave me the chills. I love both CD's in this collection.

It's interesting hearing the negative response coming from some classical musicians and fans. At times it can seem to roughly follow the stages of grief as proposed by Kubler-Ross. I'm a professional guitarist, and it's funny because it's almost identical to how guitarists react to hearing another guitarist, but with an big class-conscious overlay (all very civilized, of course). Think of the "guitarist screwing in a lightbulb" joke. To paraphrase and extrapolate on what someone might say upon hearing her improvisation:

1. Shock: Wow, he's good. Oh, and it's a woman!? And you say it's improvisation??

2. Denial: That can't possibly be improvisation. Classical musicians don't engage in that untidy process. What she's playing must be written out, and I can tell! Don't ask, I just know it.

3. Anger: This stuff is no good. Only permanent music is of value through the ages, and that's why classical music (and only the European kind) is better than any other music. Besides, I can't improvise, so I reject it - and only THOSE people engage in improvisation.

4. Depression: She can play all the classical music, and seemingly can improvise, or at least pass her stuff off as such. Not only that, she's getting attention and money, and we're not. Why is the world unfair?

5. Acceptance: (sort of) Well, I guess she's selling CD's, and is becoming successful. She is, I hate to admit it, a great player. Even if she is a faker. Of course, they're begging my Muffy to become artist-in-residence in Spoleto....

The other reviewer has a point when he says that she may be viewed as a curiosity. Because she's crossing genres, people may not know what to make of it, and this often causes reflexive hostility. As an improvisor, I would agree that it's hard to say that something is 100% improvised - players tend to have pet phrases and favorite general ideas they return to. But to me, Gabriela's playing is at the highest level of skill, beauty, and feeling, whether improvising or playing written pieces.

Average customer rating: The Aranjuez Adagio is Perfection Classic Classic Williams: Romance of the Guitar The Best One Disc Compilation of the Man That's Out There! Excellent!!

Classic Williams: Romance of the Guitar Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Trios | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by J.S. Bach | Bach, Johann Sebastian | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Falla | Falla, Manuel de | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Fauré, Gabriel | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Piazzolla, Astor | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Satie | Satie, Erik | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Domenico Scarlatti | Scarlatti, Domenico | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Theodorakis | Theodorakis, Mikis | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Vivaldi | Vivaldi, Antonio | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Sonatinas | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Trio Sonatas | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Lute | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Williams, John [guitar] | ( W ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Choruses | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music Orchestral Pop | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music Classical Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Classical Instrumental Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Essential Guitar: 33 Guitar Masterpieces Spanish Guitar Music Baroque Guitar Reflections of Spain: Spanish Favorites for Guitar 300 Years of Guitar Masterpieces ASIN: B00004T0P4 Release Date: 2000-05-02

Tracks:

1. Romance
2. Pavane
3. Sunburst
4. Una Limosna Por el Amor de Dios
5. Asturias
6. Gymnopedie No. 3
7. El Condor Pasa
8. Verano Porteno
9. Scherzino Mexicano
10. Berceuse
11. Natalia
12. Dance from la Vida Breve
13. Planxty Madame Maxwell
14. Epitafios
15. Prelude from Lute Suite
16. I. Prelude from Suite for Lute (Guitar) No. 4 in E Major, BXV 1006a - From The Seville Concert
17. Sonata in E Major, K. 380 (L. 23) - From The Baroque Album
18. III. Allegro from Trio For Violin, Lute (Guitar) And Basso Continuo In C Major, RV 82 - From John Williams Plays Vivaldi Concertos
19. II. Adagio From Conceirto de Aranjuez For Guitar And Orchestra

Amazon.com

Guitarist John Williams (no, not John Williams the soundtrack composer) adds to his fine catalog of impeccable recordings with Classic Williams: Romance of the Guitar. But this isn't just a best-of collection (though some of his greatest work is included here) since the disc contains three new recordings. Among the new tracks, Fauré's Pavane is a real stunner, a short but gorgeous piece originally meant for orchestra and choir, where Williams's guitar sounds as though it always belonged there. We get Williams at his most interpretative--his arrangements of Satie's Gymnopedie No. 3 and Piazzolla tango Verano porteno--and his most serene (the "Cavatina" theme from the movie Deer Hunter). Let's face it, some fine classical guitarists can lull their listeners into near comatose states with their instrument; Williams, on the other hand, is just the opposite. His gorgeous tone, inventive arrangements, and interesting repertoire continue to make the classical guitar sound exciting. In short, a great introduction to Williams and a real gem for lovers of classical guitar. --Jason Verlinde

Customer Reviews:

The Aranjuez Adagio is Perfection.......2007-03-01

The second movement adagio of the Aranjuez concert is one of my favourite pieces, a very difficult one to get right. I've listened to well over a dozen variations, the one on this CD, track 19, is an absolute gem. Just by itself is reason enough to own this CD. The only other Aranjuez performance that's even worth mentioning in the same breath is Julian Bream's, track 2 of the CD titled just "Julian Bream", with the Monteverdi orchestra. Both are just stunning performances, as close to perfection as it gets. Julian's is a bit stronger on the guitar than the one here.

Classic.......2007-01-26

Excellent CD for those interested in classical music. All the tracks are great in sound quality!

Classic Williams: Romance of the Guitar.......2007-01-20

Loved the songs....loved the guitar renditions. Would highly recommend!

The Best One Disc Compilation of the Man That's Out There!.......2006-04-19

If you had to call modern classical guitar by another name, it would be John Williams. A student of none other than the brilliant Andres Segovia himself, John has shown over the years to have learnt a great deal from the master and has himself developed simply impeccable technique.

As a guitarist myself who has been struggling all these years with "Cavatina", it always amazes me how effortlessly John makes the tune sound so simple and as if two guitarists are playing, one for the accompanyment and one for the melody and yet it's all him! Not only are the tracks representative of John's great talent but they also represent some of the most famous and challenging pieces to play.

Another great example of this is "Asturias(Leyenda) by Albeniz, a hauntingly beautiful and deceptively simple-sounding piece. We also get pieces that span the centuries from J.S. Bach and Vivaldi to Stanley Myers and York ending with the brilliant second movement of Rodrigo's "Concierto de Aranjuez".

Although the sound quality isn't brilliant as some tracks sound better mastered than others, overall this is a great one disc introduction to John Williams' work and comes highly recommended.

Excellent!!.......2006-03-06

This is a delightful compilation. The music flows effortlessly and leaves the listener wanting more.

Average customer rating: So I'm just learning violin... Joshua Bell...

The Essential Joshua Bell Manufacturer: Decca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Bloch | Bloch, Ernest | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Brahms | Brahms, Johannes | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Chausson, Ernest | ( C ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Fauré, Gabriel | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Kreisler | Kreisler, Fritz | ( K ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Mendelssohn | Mendelssohn, Felix | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Sarasate | Sarasate, Pablo de | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Prokofiev | Prokofiev, Sergei | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Concerto Grossi | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Bell, Joshua | ( B ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Baltimore Symphony Orchestra | ( B ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Cleveland Orchestra | ( C ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music The Decca Records Store | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Voice of the Violin Romance of the Violin Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto [Hybrid SACD] Joshua Bell - Gershwin Fantasy Violin Favourites & Virtuoso Showpieces ASIN: B000A8AXUY Release Date: 2005-09-13

Tracks:

1. Allegro Molto Appassionato
2. II. Sicilienne
3. II. Adagio
4. IV. Allegro Quasi Presto
5. III. Allegro Giocoso, Ma Non Troppo Vivace
6. Caprice Viennois
7. Toy-Soldiers March
8. Waves At Play - Samuel Sanders
9. II. Andante Assai
10. Spanish Dance - Samuel Sanders
11. Nigun (Improvisation)
12. Zigeunerweisen, Op.20

Customer Reviews:

So I'm just learning violin..........2006-09-21

and I can not play like Joshua Bell. For this, he better consider himself damn lucky as the world could not handle two of us Joshua Bells.

This was my first exposure to this phenom. Sorry, I had never heard of him until I got my first issue of STRINGS magazine and he was on the cover. My wife liked the cover and wanted to know if I got better would I not only sound like him but would I also look like him? I guess we'll never know how that will actually turn out. Safe to say, I'll end up not looking like him as I can never be quite as good as him. Again, damn lucky for Josh as I don't think the world could handle two of us.

This disc is an absolute gem not only for the Joshua Bell and violin fan, but the arrangements and the sound quality is superb. What this disc made me realize is that there are truly only a few out there that have complete and total control of their craft. It also made me decide that I would like to perhaps pick up a few more Joshua Bell recordings. For my wife, I guess I'll just duplicate them and give the copies to her in a blank cd case. I can tell her it's me playing. That ought to heat things up!

Joshua Bell..........2005-12-05

This CD is a wonderful CD to see how Joshua Bell interprets some of the standard repertory of violinists of this century. The only thing I was dissapointed in slightly was that it included music from other CD's already produced by Bell, but otherwise, a wonderful gift for someone who has never heard Bell before.

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