Tin Soldiers [Import]

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Album Description
Digitally remastered compilation of rare gems, acoustic versions & live cuts from Northern Ireland's best punk band. 16 tracks total. 1999 release.

Children's Favorites
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Children's Favorites a solid purchase
  • The perfect package
  • A Wonderful Introduction to the Classics
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Manufacturer: Vox (Classical)
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ASIN: B00004Y6T3
Release Date: 2000-09-05

Tracks:

  1. March Of The Tin Soldiers - Leon Jessel
  2. Variations On 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star' - Walter Klien
  3. The Nutcracker: Dance Of The Reed Flutes - Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
  4. The Nutcracker: Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy - Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
  5. The Sorceror's Apprentice - Paul Dukas
  6. Peter And The Wolf (Extract) - Brandon de Wilde
  7. Invention No. 8 In F Major - Christiane Jaccottet
  8. Invention No. 11 in G Minor - Christiane Jaccottet
  9. Invention No. 13 in A Minor - Christiane Jaccottet
  10. Prelude And Fugue No. 21 In B Flat Major (Book 1) - Christiane Jaccottet
  11. Sonata For 2 Pianos In D Major, K. 448, 1st Mvt. - Rudolf Firkusny
  12. III. Allegretto - Walter Klien
  13. Kinderszenen: Of Strange Lands And People - Walter Klien
  14. Kinderszenen: Curious Story - Walter Klien
  15. Kinderszenen: Entreating Child - Walter Klien
  16. Kinderszenen: Perfect Happiness - Walter Klien
  17. Introduction And Royal March - Marylene Dosse
  18. The Elephant - Marylene Dosse
  19. Kangaroos - Marylene Dosse
  20. The Aquarium - Marylene Dosse
  21. Cuckoo In The Woods - Marylene Dosse
  22. Birds - Marylene Dosse
  23. Fossils - Marylene Dosse
  24. The Swan - Marylene Dosse
  25. Finale - Marylene Dosse

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Children's Favorites a solid purchase.......2006-03-09

This CD mostly delivered what was expected of it. The only critique I have is that some of the tempos could have been cleaner, and that it should be cross-referenced by the other composers besides J. S. Bach.

5 out of 5 stars The perfect package.......2005-10-23

This is the most wonderful collection to have on 1 CD. Children from birth on up can benefit from this musical collage.
Songs from the "Nutcracker" are familiar and comfortable for many children. What child wouldn't love "March of the Tin Soldiers?"
Selections from Saint-Saens' "Carnival of the Animals" is a must in my creative movement library. Every child should be exposed to this music. Well,I believe every age should be.

5 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Introduction to the Classics.......2003-03-11

With total playing time clocking in at 78:04 minutes of music, you'll be paying about 6-cents/minute, which is a better bargain than long distance phone calls, and often more rewarding!

This disc is far superior than most other "Classics for Kids"-type recordings I've sampled for a number of reasons:

1) This album was expertly engineered. The production quality on this disc is first-rate from start to finish with crisp, clear sound.

2) The pieces were expertly picked. There is wonderful sonic variety here, spanning hundreds of years of wonderful melodies. There are orchestral pieces, harpsichord pieces, solo piano, and a piano concerto, capped off with Saint-Seans whimsical Carnival of the Animals. What kid (or adult) wouldn't love that?

3) The performances are, without exeption, expert! The pieces were definately screened for quality as well as content. Many are simply a joy to behold. Walter Klein is a particular stand-out, almost giddily prancing through Schumann's pieces. Believe it or not, he sounds even more impressive when backed up by the always inspiring Minnesota Orchestra on Mozart's Piano Concerto #17.

In short, this album is a great album even before you factor in the great price. You and your children are almost guaranteed to enjoy every 6-cents worth!
Classics for Kids
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Just for kids?? No way!!
  • The best classical album for kids!
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Manufacturer: RCA
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ASIN: B000003FE3
Release Date: 1993-06-08

Tracks:

  1. The Nutcracker Excerpts (Tchaikovsky)
  2. The Nutcracker Excerpts (Tchaikovsky)
  3. The Nutcracker Excerpts (Tchaikovsky)
  4. Parade of The Wooden Soldiers (Jessel-MacDonald)
  5. Carnival of The Animals Excerpts (Saint-Saens)
  6. Carnival of The Animals Excerpts (Saint-Saens)
  7. Carnival of The Animals Excerpts (Saint-Saens)
  8. THe Girl With The Flaxen Hair (Debussy)
  9. Hoedown from Rodeo (Copland)
  10. Little Waltz from The Toy Box (Debussy)
  11. Viennese Musical Clock from Hary Janos (Kodaly)
  12. Mother Goose Suite Excerpts (Ravel)
  13. Mother Goose Suite Excerpts (Ravel)
  14. March of the Siamese Children from The King and I (Rogers)
  15. Dreams frin Scenes From Childhood ( Schumann)
  16. March of The Toys from Babes In Toyland (Herbert)
  17. Childhood Games Excerpts (Bizet)
  18. Childhood Games Excerpts (Bizet)
  19. The Toy Trumpet Al Hirt, trumpet (Scott)
  20. The Little Train of Caipira (Villa-Lobos)
  21. The Sorcerer's Apprentice (Dukas)
  22. Waltz from The Sleeping Beauty (Tchaikovsky)
  23. Lullaby (Brahms)

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Just for kids?? No way!!.......2005-04-08

This is wonderful classical music. If the kids like it, great! But, make no mistake about it, this is good for anyone. This is wonderful study music, reading music, or just plain relaxing music. Highlights include "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers"; "March of the Toys" (from BABES IN TOYLAND -- the reason I bought this CD); "The Sorcerer's Apprentice"; "The Little Train of Caipira" (no longer little when the music is over); and the audience favorite "Hoedown" (i.e. "Beef, it's what's for dinner!").

If you're into that whole thing of classical music sharpening a youngster's intellect, then this won't disappoint. If you're just into good old fashioned classical music in general, it won't disappoint you either. Also, I highly recommend to both groups the classical CD BUILD YOUR BABY'S BRAIN.

5 out of 5 stars The best classical album for kids!.......2002-12-12

This is a wonderful album. Very high quality, and every selection is beautiful. My daughter (who usually asks me to turn my classical music off) loves to pretend to gallop like a horse during "Rodeo" and march like a soldier during "Parade of the wooden soldiers". This is a pleasure for the whole family!

5 out of 5 stars Great for Preschool Children.......2000-10-12

I use this CD with my preschool music group. The kids love it! This CD enables children learn about classical music without over extending their attention spans.
Listen, Learn, & Grow: Playtime
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Listen,Learn, & Grow: Playtime
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Listen, Learn, & Grow: Playtime

Manufacturer: Naxos
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B00005LMZT
Release Date: 2001-06-19

Tracks:

  1. Solomon: Arrival Of The Queen Of Sheba
  2. The Four Seasons: Autumn: Allegro
  3. Symphony No.6 'Pastoral': Allegro Ma Non Troppo
  4. Symphony No.41 'Jupiter': Menuetto Allegro
  5. Fair At Sorochintsy: Gopak
  6. La Gioconda: Dance Of The Hours
  7. Carnival Of The Animals: Aquarium
  8. La Mer: Play Of The Waves
  9. Humoresque
  10. Sheep May Safely Graze
  11. Masques Et Bergamasques: Ouverture
  12. The Gadfly: Barrel-Organ Waltz
  13. The Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Fugue
  14. Symphony No.104 'London': Allegro Finale

Tracks:

  1. Orpheus In The Underworld: Can-Can
  2. William Tell: Overture
  3. Four Overtures: Rakoczy March
  4. Perpetual Motion: A Musical Joke
  5. Pizzicato Polka
  6. Minute Waltz
  7. Concerto For Two Horns: Vivace
  8. Pomp And Circumstance
  9. Parade Of The Sandwich Board Men
  10. Thunderbird Suite: Wolf Song
  11. Indian Scenes: On The Jocko
  12. Lieutenant Kije
  13. Eine Kleine Nachtmusik: Allegro
  14. Radetzky March
  15. The Tale Of The Tsar Sultan: Flight Of The Bumblebee
  16. Die Walkure: Ride Of The Walkyries
  17. The Bartered Bride: Dance Of The Comedians

Tracks:

  1. Gayane: Sabre Dance
  2. Carmen Suite: March Of The Toreadors
  3. Hungarian Rhapsody No.2 In D Minor (Excerpt)
  4. Suite No.2: Badinerie
  5. Fireworks Music: Allegro Finale
  6. Children's Corner Suite: Golliwog's Cake Walk
  7. Parade Of The Tin Soldiers
  8. Carnival Of The Animals: Fossils
  9. Sleeping Beauty: Sleeping Beauty Waltz
  10. Giselle: Allegro
  11. Giselle: Gallop
  12. Peter And The Wolf: Peter In The Meadow/The Bird
  13. Pictures At An Exhibition: Ballet Of The Chickens
  14. Masquerade: Gallop
  15. Sylvia: Pizzicato
  16. Italian Polka
  17. The Red Poppy: Russian Sailor's Dance
  18. Shepherd's Hey
  19. Emperor Waltz
  20. Peer Gynt: In The Hall Of The Mountain King
  21. A Night In The Tropics: Festa Criolla
  22. Hungarian Dance No.5

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Listen,Learn, & Grow: Playtime.......2007-05-14

The music is excellent, with high quality sound. Not irritating as some classical music can be. Plus the tempo's are varied which is great depending if you need something fast paced or more slow. Best of all, the kids enjoyed it!

5 out of 5 stars Grandkids love it!.......2007-01-03

How to gently insert a little culture into the grandkids' lives without Mom freaking out.....send this set of CDs for Christmas. Dad's into heavy metal and Mom, although she has a long history of listening to Classical music as a child, is now into Country. Nothing wrong with that, but how are the three little ones going to hear any of the Classics with Grandma living more than 600 miles away? "Play this in the background while they're having creative time," said I, "and see if they don't enjoy it." When I talked with them a week later the 4 year old couldn't wait to tell me how much he liked the "playtime music" I'd sent him. The quality of the recording is good and the variety of rhythms and tempos make it interesting. Yes they're a little trite and you're going to have to explain that the theme to "the Bad News Bears" really is Classical, but that's okay. If they skipped the genius of Mozart as an infant, or even if they teethed to "the Magic Flute", these CDs will give them a taste of a variety of good music and who knows how far into the Classical realm it may send them as they mature?
Marches I've Missed
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Bravo, Maestro Fennell!
  • Wonderful recording. Great liner notes. Outstanding content.
Marches I've Missed

Manufacturer: Reference Recordings
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000C2J9
Release Date: 1998-10-13

Tracks:

  1. Parade of the Wooden Soldiers
  2. March Of The Steel Men
  3. The Gladiator
  4. The Footlifter
  5. The Northern Pines
  6. El Abanico
  7. The Kilties
  8. Rough-Riders
  9. Sol Y Sombra
  10. Men Of Ohio
  11. The U.S. Air Force March
  12. Hall of Fame
  13. La Banda Nascente
  14. Band of America
  15. Invercargill
  16. The New Colonial March
  17. On the Quarterdeck
  18. Chicago Tribune March

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Bravo, Maestro Fennell!.......2001-03-19

For the past 50 or so years, Frederick Fennell has probably been the "Best Friend" that collectors of band music in general and marches specifically could ever have imagined! Starting with monaural LP's in the 1950's, such as Marches For Twirling and British Band Classics with the incomparable Eastman Wind Ensemble, which he himself founded, Dr. Fennell has consistently set the standard for march recordings, and has been a tireless champion for wind ensembles as a serious musical medium.

This CD contiues that tradition, with a selection of marches that runs the gamut of styles that define a "march" (military/patriotic, circus, concert, collegiate, Spanish, Italian, etc.)The musicianship on this album is truly outstanding, and Maestro Fennell's understanding of tempo and attention to every detail are once again amply demonstrated. Also, although he has always provided a wealth of information concerning the marches themselves and their composers, I believe this marks the first time that he has also included information in his notes about his personal involvement in each number, a very nice touch! A few thoughts about some of the marches:

March of the Steel Men - This is a great demonstration of the genius of Harry Alford, who bridged the gap between the traditional march style and the "modern" march, which typically contains only two strains and much more complex harmonies, at which Alford excelled, both in his own compositions and in his numerous arrangements.

The Gladiator, El Abanico and Sol y Sombra - Interestingly, Dr. Fennell plays by far the slowest-tempoed version of The Gladiator I have heard, Sousa's first "hit", that I have heard, as if it were a Spanish paso doble, which, of course, it does resemble in style. On the other hand, El Abanico is taken at the fastest pace I know of, apparently being the very rare Spanish march meant to be played as a "quickstep". And Sol y Sombra is finally played as a traditional paso doble (two-step), suitable for the bull ring.

The Footlifter and Men of Ohio - Two fast-paced examples of why "Uncle" Henry Fillmore is considered by many march aficionados to be second only to Sousa as a march writer.

The Northern Pines - One of Sousa's last compositions demonstrates that the March King had not lost his touch for martial melodies over his long career, since this would certainly rank among his best.

Again, this album is among Frederick Fennell's finest recordings, and hopefully will not be his last march recording, but would be a fitting tribute to his long career if it is.

5 out of 5 stars Wonderful recording. Great liner notes. Outstanding content........1998-12-01

If you like marches you have to love this recording. Fennell is truly the march recording king of our time and this could very well be his signature recording. The liner notes are a fascinating personal insight as to Fennell's personal attachment and involvement with each march. As an avid collector of march recordings, the arrangements on this disc are outstanding as are the phonics. The disc brings me back to my high school band days and maraches like Footlifter and Band of America just jump off the disc. A truly wonderful piece of Americana by a band legend
Concert Spectacular/American Scene
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Spectacular Mantovani Music
Concert Spectacular/American Scene

Manufacturer: Dutton Vocalion UK
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ASIN: B0001Z2RLY
Release Date: 2004-09-14

Tracks:

  1. Stars and Stripes Forever
  2. Estrellita
  3. Theme from "A Summer Place"
  4. Granada
  5. Forgotten Dreams
  6. Thunder and Lightning Polka
  7. Zapateado
  8. Londonderry Air
  9. By the Sleepy Lagoon
  10. Trumpeter's Lullaby
  11. Green Leaves of Summer [From the Alamo]
  12. Parade of the Wooden Soldiers
  13. My Old Kentucky Home
  14. Camptown Races
  15. I Dream of Jeannie with the Light Brown Hair
  16. Old Folks at Home
  17. Ringo de Banjo
  18. Beautiful Dreamer
  19. Home on the Range
  20. Grandfather's Clock
  21. Yellow Rose of Texas
  22. Just A-Wearin' for You
  23. Turkey in the Straw
  24. Goodnight Irene

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Spectacular Mantovani Music.......2004-09-20

This is one of Vocalion's latest re-issues of two original recordings made by Mantovani and his Orchestra in 1960. It pairs the folk songs of the "American Scene" composed by Stephen Foster and others, along with concert gems, all brilliantly arranged by Mantovani and his collaborator Cecil Milner. Stephen Foster's time-honored music appears to be having a comeback these days and so will the utterly appealing orchestral interpretations given to these chestnuts by the masterful brilliance of the Mantovani sound and the artistry and discipline of his musicians. Some 45 years ago, Mantovani's American Scene LP remained 30 weeks on Billboard's Top 40 List and rose to a high position of number 11. Listeners now, as then, will enjoy the melifluous string-laden arrangements of Beautiful Dreamer, I Dream of Jeannie, My Old Kentucky Home, Grandfather's Clock, and Goodnight Irene, and they will tap to the lively, full orchestra arrangements of Camptown Races, Ring de Banjo, and Turkey in the Straw. Decca's "Concert Spectacular" CD, never issued and rarely heard in the United States, teases the listener with a distinctive waltz time arrangement of the popular Sousa march, Stars and Stripes Forever. Many will shed a tear when they hear the cathedral sound of languorous strings and woodwinds in Danny Boy. This Concert Spectacular offers the listener a plethora of musical imagery. With extraordinary and unique orchestrations, one will feel the fiery excitement of "Granada", sense the clash of thunder and lightning in Strauss's Polka, and march step and "fall" with the Parade of the Wooden Soldiers. These two CD's together are truly spectacular, because their tracks are filled with the emotion and energy of the creative and distinctive Mantovani sound. This is "ultimate Mantovani", soothingly wistful moods and evocative melodies that make you want to listen to them with all the attentiveness of a concert goer, a paradigm for all today making light orchestral music of which Mantovani was truly the master.
The Most Relaxing Holiday Classics in the Universe!
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    The Most Relaxing Holiday Classics in the Universe!

    Manufacturer: Denon Records
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    ASIN: B0002NRROC
    Release Date: 2004-09-07

    Tracks:

    1. Tchaikovsky - Nutcracker Suite: I. Overture
    2. Nutcracker Suite: II. March
    3. Nutcracker Suite: III. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies
    4. Nutcracker Suite: IV. Trepak - Russian Dance
    5. Nutcracker Suite: V. Coffee - Arabian Dance
    6. Nutcracker Suite: VI. Tea - Chinese Dance
    7. Nutcracker Suite: VII. Dance of the Reed Flutes
    8. Nutcracker Suite: VIII. Waltz of the Flowers
    9. Bach-Gounod - Ave Maria
    10. Vivaldi - Four Seasons "Winter": I. Allegro non molto
    11. Winter: II. Largo
    12. Winter: III. Allegro
    13. Bach - Christmas Oratorio (selections): IV. Aria, "Bereite dich, Zion"
    14. Christmas Oratorio: VII. Chorale, "Er ist auf Erder Kommen arm"
    15. Christmas Oratorio: X. Sinfonia
    16. Christmas Oratorio: XIX. Aria, "Schlafe, mein Leibster, geneisse der Ruh"
    17. Christmas Oratorio: XXXIX. Aria, "Flosst, mein Heiland, flost dein Namen"
    18. Tartini - Allegro from Concerto in A
    European Light Music Classics
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Deserves to be a winner.
    • A great series goes to Europe.
    European Light Music Classics

    Manufacturer: Hyperion UK
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    ASIN: B000003007
    Release Date: 1998-01-13

    Tracks:

    1. Parade of the Tin Soldiers
    2. Gold and Silver
    3. March of the Little Lead Soldiers
    4. Tritsch-Tratsch Polka
    5. Paul Lincke: Glow Worm Idyll
    6. Swedish Polka
    7. Funeral March of a Marionette
    8. Skaters Waltz (Les Patineurs)
    9. Serenade
    10. El relicario
    11. Tesoro mio! (My Treasure!)
    12. Ball Scene
    13. Polka from Schwanda the Bagpiper
    14. Moonlight on the Alster
    15. The Entry of the Boyars

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Deserves to be a winner........2001-03-22

    There used to be a ready market for fanciful, colourful, evocative little orchestral items such as these. You could find almost all of them available in countless versions in the 78s catalogues. Some of the items represented calling cards for Marek Weber and His Orchestra in Europe, and Arthur Fielder and the Boston Pops in the USA.

    Well, here they are, marketed now as "classics" in beautifully recorded, slightly English-accented performances. Gounod's own orchestration of his piano piece "Funeral March of a Marionette" is one of the stand out items here, seeming all the more unusual for not being much heard these days. Joseph Hellmesberger's "Ball Scene", a test for the string section of the orchestra, receives virtuoso treatment here. The polka from "Schwanda the Bagpipe Player" stands out too, making one wish there had been time to include the fugue with which it is usually coupled.

    Nevertheless, the results of considerable research, long selection processes, program building, two days of recording, and the preparation of excellent notes by Andrew Lamb make this another Hyperion release which deserves to be a winner. My only quibble is regarding the statement in the notes that the Alfven piece included here had wide currency in the 1950s under the name "Swedish Polka". It was the first few minutes of Alfven's "Midsummer Vigil", in a version by Percy Faith and His Orchestra, that topped the charts in the early 1950s, given the title "Swedish Rhapsody".

    5 out of 5 stars A great series goes to Europe........2000-11-11

    To Hyperion's credit, "European Light Music Classics" is more than Johann Strauss's greatest hits -- they've done some real researching to come up with a wide variety of composers and yet another home run in their popular "Light Music Classics" series. A great idea just keeps getting better!

    As usual for the series, you get a tightly-packed CD, nearly spilling over with elegant and fun tunes -- some of which you'll undoubtedly recognize. Also as usual, premium packaging and notes. This is great for the days when the "heavy classics" need a break at your house and you're still hungry for some good but undemanding music. Perfect for dinner parties, wine and cheese get-togethers, or just some casual Sunday afternoon listening.

    Try the others in the same series, all of the same high quality: British Light Music Classics 1, 2, and 3, and American Light Music Classics.
    Pops Christmas Party
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Truly one of the best Christmas albums ever
    • A Great Soundtrack for Your Christmas
    • Fiedler and Christmas: Always a Great Match
    • Wonderful!!!
    • Nothing Better Than A Pops Holiday
    Pops Christmas Party

    Manufacturer: RCA
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    ASIN: B000003FHA
    Release Date: 1994-08-16

    Tracks:

    1. A Christimas Festival
    2. The Nutcracker Overture
    3. White Christmas
    4. Sleigh Ride (Anderson)
    5. Winter Wonderland
    6. Parade Of The Wooden Soldiers
    7. Chocolate (Spanish Dance)
    8. Coffee (Arabian Dance)
    9. Tea (Chinese Dance)
    10. The Toy Trumpet
    11. Trepak (Russian Dance)
    12. Dance Of The Flutes
    13. Hansel And Gretel Dream Pantonime
    14. Mother Gigogne And The Clowns
    15. Sleigh Ride (Mozart)
    16. Waltz Of The Flowers
    17. Pas De Deux
    18. Dance Of The Sugar-Plum Fairy
    19. Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer
    20. The Nutcracker Final Waltz
    21. Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Truly one of the best Christmas albums ever.......2006-10-29

    First let me say that I was overjoyed to see that the original Vinyl album artwork was kept . This is an expertly recorded CD being it was recorded in the late 50's. The sound quality rivals any today. Authur Fiedler did an outstanding job with the arrangments on this recording.

    5 out of 5 stars A Great Soundtrack for Your Christmas.......2003-12-11

    POPS CHRISTMAS PARTY, like Santa's bag of goodies, has a little bit of everything. You'll find traditional carols (Joy to the World, Deck the Halls, Silent Night, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, etc.), popular Christmas favorites (Sleigh Ride, Rudolph, Santa Claus is Comin' to Town, White Christmas), and classical Christmas pieces (selections from `The Nutcracker,' `Hansel and Gretel,' etc.)

    Whether you're listening while writing Christmas cards, trimming the tree, hosting a Christmas party, or any of a hundred holiday activities, POPS CHRISTMAS PARTY is a great way to bring you into the Christmas spirit.

    TOTAL TIME 72:38

    5 out of 5 stars Fiedler and Christmas: Always a Great Match.......2003-11-24

    For the people of Boston, Christmas music is synonymous with the Boston Pops, and its legendary conductor Arthur Fiedler. This compilation contains Pops classis arrangements including Leroy Anderson's medley of Christmas carols "A Christmas Festival. It also includes the Pops rendition of "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," "Santa Claus is Coming to Town," and the authentic rendition of Anderson's "Sleigh Ride." It also includes Fiedler's interpretations of excerpts from THE NUTCRACKER, HANSEL AND GRETEL, and Leopold Mozart's "Sleigh Ride."

    This is a re-release of an RCA Living Stereo recording. The collection has a nostalgic feel to it, and the cover, from an earlier Boston Pops recording, adds to the magic of this collection.

    5 out of 5 stars Wonderful!!!.......2002-12-05

    What more can I say but "Wonderful"?

    The greatest orchestra (and conductor).

    The incredible Leroy Anderson versions of "Christmas Festival" and "Sleigh Ride". (Wow the memories of playing these two every year in high school band. The director tried to introduce something new but we would have nothing to do with that!!!)

    And finally music from my favorite record (and my first as a kid) "The Nutcracker".

    The fact that these were recorded 40+ years ago doesn't detract from the timeless appeal of these songs and the sound is terrific!

    A must have for your Christmas music collection.

    5 out of 5 stars Nothing Better Than A Pops Holiday.......2002-11-27

    The Boston Pops have always made orchestral music more appealing to a wider audience, and Arthur Fiedler was the genius behind that success.

    Released in 1959, this album is full of everything from traditional selections from "The Nutcracker" to sing-along favorites like "White Christmas," "Rudolph" and "Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town" to the most famous recorded version of "Sleigh Ride," a Boston Pops classic.

    This is the kind of CD you listen to while drinking egg nog beside a fireplace with family as you watch the snow fall in the early evening. My Grandparents had a copy of the original vinyl releae and I was so glad to see BMG release the original RCA/Victor "Living Stereo" edition complete with full liner notes and the original cover art.

    The perfect album for your next holiday cocktail party appealing to classical and pop music fans alike.
    Joy to the World
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • This CD is a "JOY, Thanks to John Williams' Music"
    • A Forgotten Christmas Collection
    Joy to the World

    Manufacturer: Sony Special Product
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    ASIN: B00006LETF
    Release Date: 2002-06-01

    Tracks:

    1. Christmas Festival: Joy to the World/Deck the Halls/God Rest Ye Merry, - Boston Pops Orchestra, Tanglewood Festival Chorus, John Williams
    2. Visit from Saint Nicholas ('Twas the Night Before Christmas) - Boston Pops Orchestra, John Williams, Robin Williams
    3. White Christmas - Boston Pops Orchestra, Tanglewood Festival Chorus, John Williams
    4. March of the Toys [From Babes in Toyland] - Boston Pops Orchestra, John Williams
    5. Somewhere in My Memory [From Home Alone] - Boston Pops Orchestra, Tanglewood Festival Chorus, John Williams
    6. Holiday Flight [From Home Alone] - Boston Pops Orchestra, John Williams
    7. Christmas Bouquet: We'll Dress the House/The Star Carol/Nigh Bethlehem - Boston Pops Orchestra, Tanglewood Festival Chorus, John Williams
    8. Parade of the Wooden Soldiers - Boston Pops Orchestra, John Williams
    9. Star of Bethlehem [From Home Alone] - Boston Pops Orchestra, Tanglewood Festival Chorus, John Williams
    10. Christmas Night Medley: O Tannenbaum/I Go to Bethlehem (Sel Bych RK - Boston Pops Orchestra, John Williams
    11. We Wish You a Merry Christmas - Boston Pops Orchestra, Tanglewood Festival Chorus, John Williams
    12. Sleigh Ride - Boston Pops Orchestra, John Williams
    13. Merry Little Sing-Along: Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer/Have Yourself a - Boston Pops Orchestra, Tanglewood Festival Chorus, John Williams

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars This CD is a "JOY, Thanks to John Williams' Music".......2004-12-15

    I bought this one about 9 years ago mostly because the "Home Alone" songs and it is still one of my favorites. The arrangements are true John Williams style, captivating as always. My nephew who lives with me, grew up with this album and is now 14 still LOVES IT. He swears it's not Christmas without it. I guess I think the same way. I let a relative borrow it and was sorry when I did because I immediately missed it playing at my house. (I made her burn a copy right away.) I love the idea of original songs included with the traditional Christmas tunes to become instant classics. I wouldn't decorate my home without this CD playing in the background.

    4 out of 5 stars A Forgotten Christmas Collection.......2003-12-04

    This Christmas collection by John Williams and the Boston Pops for Sony is a forgotten gem. It includes many Pops favorites such as Leroy Anderson's "A Christmas Festival" with choral arrangement, "Sleigh Ride" and "White Christmas" (again with vocals." It also has an arrangement of Alfred Burt's Christmas music as well as a medley of contemporary Christmas music. The true jewel in this recording is Williams' "Somewhere In My Memory" from HOME ALONE. Though this album is not as strong as the Christmas recording Williams' and the Pops did for Philips, it is still an enjoyable album.
    One Hundred Fiedler Favorites
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Now
    • Heavenly
    • Arthur Fiedler and the Boston Pops at its best
    • Nice, Nice, Nice!
    One Hundred Fiedler Favorites

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    5. Sixties Classics: The Encore Collection

    ASIN: B000003FRA
    Release Date: 1994-10-11

    Tracks:

    1. Light Cavalry Overture
    2. Little Fugue In G Minor
    3. Hora Staccato
    4. The Love For Three Oranges: March from The Love For Three Oranges
    5. Tambourin chinois
    6. Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2
    7. Peer Gynt Suite No. 1: Morning from Peer Gynt Suite No. 1
    8. Die Walkure: Ride of the Valkyries
    9. In the Steppes of Central Asia
    10. Oberon: Overture
    11. Rodeo: Hoedown from Rodeo
    12. Goyescas: Intermezzo from Goyescas
    13. William Tell: William Tell : Overture

    Tracks:

    1. Poet And Peasant Overture
    2. The Merry Wives Of Windsor: Overture
    3. Lohengrin: Prelude To Act III
    4. Hungarian Dance No. 6
    5. Peer Gynt Suite No. 2: Solvejg's Song
    6. Der Freischutz: Overture
    7. Prince Igor: Polovtsian Dances
    8. Sleigh Ride
    9. Mlada: Procession Of The Nobles
    10. Parade Of The Wooden Soldiers
    11. Roumanian Rhapsody No. 1
    12. Gayne: Sabre Dance

    Tracks:

    1. Reverie
    2. Jewels Of The Madonna: Dance Of The Cammoristi
    3. Suite No. 3: Air On The G-String
    4. Cradle Song
    5. Xerxes: Largo
    6. Serenade
    7. Sadko: Song Of India
    8. Gayne Suite No. 1: Lullaby
    9. Serenade
    10. Spring Song
    11. Serenade
    12. Cavalleria Rusticana: Intermezzo
    13. Quintet No. 11: Minuet
    14. Liebestraum
    15. None But The Lonely Heart
    16. Madama Butterfly: Humming Chorus
    17. Hansel And Gretel: Dream Pantomime

    Tracks:

    1. Tales From The Vienna Woods
    2. The Skaters' Waltz
    3. Pizzicato Polka
    4. Wine, Women And Song
    5. Thunder And Lightning Polka
    6. Roses From The South
    7. The Count Of Luxemburg: Waltzes
    8. Music Of The Spheres
    9. Acceleration Waltz
    10. On The Beautiful Blue Danube

    Tracks:

    1. Aida: Grand March
    2. Babes In Toyland: March Of TheToys
    3. Semper Fidelis
    4. Suite No. 1: Marche Miniature
    5. Yankee Doodle
    6. Up The Street
    7. The Damnation of Faust: Rakoczy March
    8. March Of The Siamese Children
    9. Caucasian Sketches: Procession Of The Sardar
    10. Sambre et Meuse
    11. The Ruins Of Athens: Turkish March
    12. Colonel Bogey
    13. Dixie
    14. American Salute
    15. Strike Up The Band
    16. Athalie: War March Of The Priests
    17. Karelia: Alla marcia
    18. Funeral March Of A Marionette
    19. Pomp And Circumstance March No. 1
    20. Valdres March
    21. National Emblem March
    22. The Stars And Stripes Forever

    Tracks:

    1. Cuban Overture
    2. Rhapsody In Blue
    3. El Salon Mexico
    4. Interplay: Gavotte
    5. Interplay: Blues
    6. Slaughter On Tenth Avenue
    7. The Typewriter
    8. George M. Cohan Medley: George M. Cohan Medley: Give My Regards To Broadway, Mary's A Grand Old Name, Little Nelly Kelly, You're A Grand Old Flag, You Remind Me Of My Mother, Harrigan, Yankee Doodle Dandy

    Tracks:

    1. In The Mood
    2. Eleanor Rigby
    3. Stardust
    4. The Three-Penny Opera: Mack The Knife
    5. Love Is Blue
    6. Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
    7. Love Me Tender
    8. The Syncopated Clock
    9. Laura
    10. A Man And A Woman
    11. Moonlight Serenade
    12. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
    13. The Brave Bulls: La Virgen De La Macarena
    14. Moon River
    15. Days Of Wine And Roses
    16. Mame
    17. I Left My Heart In San Francisco
    18. You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
    19. Jalousie

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    Perhaps I should start by admitting a bias: Many years ago, lying on Boston's grassy Esplanade by the Charles River on warm summer nights, I learned what a symphony orchestra should sound like, with Arthur Fiedler conducting the Boston Pops Orchestra. Those concerts were free; these seven compact discs are not--not quite. But for any lover of light classical music, they are certainly one of the best buys available. The orchestra (essentially the Boston Symphony) is one of the world's greatest; the music, from Smoke Gets in Your Eyes to the Goyescas Intermezzo and Ride of the Valkyries is instantly enjoyable and permanently valuable; the conductor is at the same time genial and exacting, convinced that any music you play, no matter how frivolous, deserves the best you can give it. --Joe McLellan

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