The Chamber Music Of Malcolm Arnold

On this CD:

1. Sonatina for flute & piano, Op 19
Composed by Malcolm (Sir) Arnold
Performed by Nash Ensemble with Iona Brown , Roger Chase , Michael Collins , Gareth Hulse , Judith Pearce , John Pigneguy , Brian Wightman

2. Sonatina for clarinet & piano, Op 29
Composed by Malcolm (Sir) Arnold
Performed by Nash Ensemble with Iona Brown , Roger Chase , Michael Collins , Gareth Hulse , Judith Pearce , John Pigneguy , Brian Wightman

3. Sonatina for oboe & piano, Op 28
Composed by Malcolm (Sir) Arnold
Performed by Nash Ensemble with Iona Brown , Roger Chase , Michael Collins , Gareth Hulse , Judith Pearce , John Pigneguy , Brian Wightman

4. Sonatina for recorder & piano, Op 41
Composed by Malcolm (Sir) Arnold
Performed by Nash Ensemble with Iona Brown , Roger Chase , Michael Collins , Gareth Hulse , Judith Pearce , John Pigneguy , Brian Wightman

5. Fantasy for clarinet, Op 87
Composed by Malcolm (Sir) Arnold
Performed by Nash Ensemble with Iona Brown , Roger Chase , Michael Collins , Gareth Hulse , Judith Pearce , John Pigneguy , Brian Wightman

6. Fantasy for bassoon/clarinet solo, Op 86
Composed by Malcolm (Sir) Arnold
Performed by Nash Ensemble with Iona Brown , Roger Chase , Michael Collins , Gareth Hulse , Judith Pearce , John Pigneguy , Brian Wightman

7. Fantasy for horn solo, Op 88
Composed by Malcolm (Sir) Arnold
Performed by Nash Ensemble with Iona Brown , Roger Chase , Michael Collins , Gareth Hulse , Judith Pearce , John Pigneguy , Brian Wightman

8. Trio for flute, viola & bassoon, Op 6
Composed by Malcolm (Sir) Arnold
Performed by Nash Ensemble with Iona Brown , Roger Chase , Michael Collins , Gareth Hulse , Judith Pearce , John Pigneguy , Brian Wightman

9. Fantasy for oboe solo, Op 90
Composed by Malcolm (Sir) Arnold
Performed by Nash Ensemble with Iona Brown , Roger Chase , Michael Collins , Gareth Hulse , Judith Pearce , John Pigneguy , Brian Wightman

10. Fantasy for flute solo, Op 89
Composed by Malcolm (Sir) Arnold
Performed by Nash Ensemble with Iona Brown , Roger Chase , Michael Collins , Gareth Hulse , Judith Pearce , John Pigneguy , Brian Wightman

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Essential Hyperion, Vol. 2
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Essential Hyperion, Vol. 2

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ASIN: B00004RITB
Release Date: 2001-01-09

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Nothing but hits.......2001-01-31

As with their first collection of label highlights, Hyperion's new two-disc collection provides a broad sampling of their exceptional catalogue and performers. Particularly rewarding are the selections from Beethoven (Scherzo from String Trio in C minor, op 9 no 3, performed by the Leopold Trio) and Thomas Tallis (Salvator mundi I, performed by the Winchester Cathedral Choir), but experienced and novice listeners alike will find much to enjoy on these discs. It's also a good value--more than 2 1/2 hours of music for less than $10.
The Ultimate Recorder Collection
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • More than the sum of the parts.
  • A Great First CD
  • The sublime collection
  • Ultimate Collection is Gross Understatement
The Ultimate Recorder Collection

Manufacturer: RCA
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B00000J916
Release Date: 1999-06-15

Tracks:

  1. Concerto In E, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 - Spring: Allegro
  2. Concerto In E, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 - Spring: Largo e pianissimo
  3. Concerto In E, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 - Spring: Allegro - Danza pastorale
  4. Gymnopedie No. 1
  5. Op. 55 No. 4: Solveig's Song
  6. Op. 46 No. 3: Anitra's Dance
  7. Sonata In G Minor, Op. No. 2, HWV 360: Larghetto
  8. Sonata In G Minor, Op. No. 2, HWV 360: Andante
  9. Sonata In G Minor, Op. No. 2, HWV 360: Adagio
  10. Sonata In G Minor, Op. No. 2, HWV 360: Presto
  11. Moonchild's Dream (Conlusion)
  12. Sonata No. 3 In F Minor: Triste
  13. Sonata No. 3 In F Minor: Allegro
  14. Sonata No. 3 In F Minor: Andante
  15. Sonata No. 3 In F Minor: Vivace
  16. Conerto Grosso Op. 6 No. 8 - 4th Movement: Vivace - Allegro - Pastorale ad libitum
  17. Melody And Dance Of The Blessed Spirits
  18. Op. 43, No. 4: Little Bird
  19. Op. 43 No. 1: Butterfly
  20. Sonata No. 5 In D Minor - For Treble Recorders: Largo
  21. Sonata No. 5 In D Minor - For Treble Recorders: Vivace
  22. Sonata No. 5 In D Minor - For Treble Recorders: Grazioso
  23. Sonata No. 5 In D Minor - For Treble Recorders: Allegro
  24. Concerto For Recorder And Orchestra, Op. 133: Lento
  25. Concerto Op. 10 No. 3 In D: II Gardellino - III. Allegro

Tracks:

  1. Two Norwegian Dances, Op. 35: No. 1
  2. Two Norwegian Dances, Op. 35: No. 2
  3. Air From Suite In D
  4. Concerto In F For Soprano Recorder: Allegro
  5. Concerto In F For Soprano Recorder: Andante
  6. Concerto In F For Soprano Recorder: Allegro assai
  7. Variations
  8. Sonata In E Flat, BWV 1031: Allegro moderato
  9. Sonata In E Flat, BWV 1031: Siciliano
  10. Sonata In E Flat, BWV 1031: Allegro
  11. Nele's Dances: No. 15
  12. Nele's Dances: No. 16
  13. Nele's Dances: No. 17
  14. Nele's Dances: No. 18
  15. Dance Suite, Op. 29 - V -: Molto Vivace
  16. Sonata In G Minor - Devil's Trill: II. Allegro
  17. Zion Hears The Watchmen's Voices
  18. Concerto No. 2 In G Minor: Largo
  19. Concerto No. 2 In G Minor: Presto 'Fantasmi'
  20. Concerto No. 2 In G Minor: Largo
  21. Concerto No. 2 In G Minor: Presto
  22. Concerto No. 2 In G Minor: Largo 'Il sonno'
  23. Concerto No. 2 In G Minor: Allegro
  24. Op. 54, No. 3: March Of The Trolls
  25. Op. 71, No. 1: Once Upon A Time
  26. Souvenir: An Encore For Michala

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars More than the sum of the parts........2001-02-04

I bought this as wallpaper music - and got a very pleasant surprise!

Several of the pieces stopped me in my tracks, made me sit down and forced me to listen.

Michala Petri demonstrates a masterly control of her instrument and a high level of musicianship in a wide ranging selection of material - from reconstituted Bach to specially composed 20th Century pieces.

Outstanding for me was the Sammartini Concerto: Ms Petri shows a lightness of touch combined with serious enthusiasm and an obvious delight that literally stopped me from working and made me listen. The support given by the Moscow Virtuosi also deserves mention.

Koppel's pieces are fun, as are the arrangements from Grieg and Satie.

Overall, although this could be taken as a glorified sampler... it is much more - there are complete works played intelligently and lighter, throw away pieces you'll want to chase after and listen to again.

5 out of 5 stars A Great First CD.......2000-06-22

After falling in love with the recorder, I started searching for CDs and this was the first I bought. It quickly became a favorite CD. I like the fact that it ranges over a wide period--Baroque to Modern, and showcases the instrument in different settings. The liner notes are quite comprehensive as well. In a word--enchanting.

5 out of 5 stars The sublime collection.......2000-06-18

I must confess up front to being a Michala Petri fanatic. I also play the recorder, although after listening to this album, I feel like throwing my instruments into the nearest dumpster.

Michala Petri is a national hero in Denmark, and a recognized name among classical music fans in Europe, Asia, and Canada. If you listen to this album, you will ask yourself how the music business in the USA can frantically promote "The Three Tenors" while mostly ignoring the genius of this amazing young woman.

This is not your kid's recorder. Ms Petri's complete technical and musical mastery of her instrument transforms the recorder into the equal of other familiar solo instruments, but with its own peculiar sound, penetrating but sweet, that sets it apart.

This album is made up mostly of tracks from her many earlier recordings. Some are transcriptions of well-loved piano miniatures (the Grieg numbers are perhaps more charming here than on the piano, if that is possible); of baroque works for flute, recorder, or strings; of modern recorder music written for Ms Petri by contemporary masters. Some are accompanied by small orchestra and others by Ms Petri's husband, the excellent guitarist and lutist Lars Hannibal. The combination of recorder and guitar is an intimate match made in heaven, and I recommend also this duo's complete album, 'Air'.

5 out of 5 stars Ultimate Collection is Gross Understatement.......2000-03-28

This is by far the best "sampler" I have ever heard. The playing is so superb and the recorder so perfect a vehicle that I found myself listing to too often played pieces like Satie's Gymopedie No.1 as if for the first time. Same for the Grieg. It is very hard to believe these renderings aren't the original intention of the composers. This is a guaranteed winner.
Alexa Still, Flute
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Exquisite Esoteric Flute Masterpieces
  • 100 Star Review
  • Alexa Still - Flute
Alexa Still, Flute

Manufacturer: Koch Int'l Classics
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ASIN: B000001SE0
Release Date: 1994-04-07

Tracks:

  1. Poem (for Fl and Orch)
  2. Ser Op. 35 (for Solo Fl, Hp & Str Orch) - Alexa Still/Carolyn Mills-Williams
  3. Elibris (Dawn God of Urardu), Op. 50 - Alexa Still/Vyvyan Yendoll
  4. Ste Modal (for Fl & Str Orch): I
  5. Ste Modal (for Fl & Str Orch): II
  6. Ste Modal (for Fl & Str Orch): III
  7. Ste Modal (for Fl & Str Orch): IV
  8. Night Soliloquoy (for Fl, Pno & Str)
  9. A Night Piece (Fl & Str Orch)
  10. Con for Fl & Str, Op. 45: Allegro energico
  11. Con for Fl & Str, Op. 45: Andante
  12. Con for Fl & Str, Op. 45: Con fuoco

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Exquisite Esoteric Flute Masterpieces.......2003-10-01

Alexa Still has a more pleasing tone than some of the other flutists concertizing today and this comes through on the CD. Bravo. I wonder who made her flute because she doesn't seem to have the edgy tone favored by most contemporary flutists. Ms Still's tone is lush and full and her execution flawless. The only complaint I have is her tempo in the Hanson is somewhat languid (but then I can hear every note) I bought this disc because of the Hanson Serenade and the Griffes Poeme (the 1922 version she plays here has a B natural - that she holds - instead of the Urtext's B flat in the cadenza which felt more natural to me 40 years ago). Both the Griffes and the Hanson are somewhat hard to find on CD. But I really like this disc because of the Hovhaness Elibris and the Bloch Suite Modale, both stunningly beautiful pieces of flute music that should be played more often. Two old favorites and two new friends. Also on the disc are Foote's A Night Piece and Kennan's Night Soliloquoy which are not to be sniffed at. With this disc I finally replace my vinyl LP edition of Marice Sharp's "Music for a Golden Flute" (with the exception of the Honneger on the LP). I can understand everyone's enthusiasm for her playing, it is exquisite. If New Zealand can keep her they will be very lucky.

5 out of 5 stars 100 Star Review.......2001-06-27

This is the first Alexa Still CD I ever had. Almost have them all now. My musician Mother gave me this CD. It's hard to express in words how I feel about her performance. They say action speaks louder than words. True, because I'm going all the way to Boulder from Austin to have a four hour lesson from her! So this is my 100 Star Review!

5 out of 5 stars Alexa Still - Flute.......1999-12-17

This contains very beautiful flute music by outstanding composers. The songs are contemporary. I very highly reccommend this cd. Alexa Still is a charm to listen to.
Sir Malcolm Arnold: String Quartets Nos. 1 & 2
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    Sir Malcolm Arnold: String Quartets Nos. 1 & 2

    Manufacturer: Naxos
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    Arnold For Band
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    Arnold For Band

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    ASIN: B0000015A2
    Release Date: 1995-10-09

    Tracks:

    1. Four Scottish Dances, Op. 59: Pesante
    2. Four Scottish Dances, Op. 59: Vivace
    3. Four Scottish Dances, Op. 59: Allegretto
    4. Four Scottish Dances, Op. 59: Con brio
    5. Overseas, Op. 70
    6. Little Suite #1, Op. 80: Prelude
    7. Little Suite #1, Op. 80: Siciliano
    8. Little Suite #1, Op. 80: Rondo
    9. Tam O'Shanter, Op. 51
    10. Water Music, Op. 82: Allegro maestoso
    11. Water Music, Op. 82: Andantino
    12. Water Music, Op. 82: Vivace
    13. The Padstow Lifeboat, Op. 94
    14. Little Suite #2, Op. 93: Round
    15. Little Suite #2, Op. 93: Cavatina
    16. Little Suite #2, Op. 93: Galop
    17. Fanfare For Louis, 1970
    18. English Dances, Book I, Op. 27: Andantino
    19. English Dances, Book I, Op. 27: Vivace
    20. English Dances, Book I, Op. 27: Mesto
    21. English Dances, Book I, Op. 27: Allegro
    22. H.R.H. The Duke Of Cambridge, Op. 60

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Brings back memories.......2007-06-19

    I'm proud to say I played many of these Arnold versions while a music student at Northwestern by the guy who arranged them, John P. Paynter. In fact, he finished the Tam O'Shanter Overture during my tenure and as a member of band staff, I was one of the copyists for that whimsical piece. I played the Four Scottish Dances more times than I can recall and never got tired of them. Arnold's music is one of those rare examples of orchestral music that sounds better when played by a band. Frankly, I liked Paynter's interpretations of his Arnold transcriptions better than Junkin's, but his will do.

    4 out of 5 stars Great Music for Band Fans.......2003-01-08

    This is some great music for Band fans. I have played Four Scottish Dances several times, and the Dallas Wind Symphony makes the hard stuff sound easy, especially the woodwind parts. My only complaint is the mikes were a little close to the clarinet section so you can hear the keys clicking. THis is very minor when you consider the overall excellent quality of this recording.

    4 out of 5 stars blah blah blah.......2000-07-26

    This recording is an exceptional recording. The third movement is really slow, almost too slow. But noting to be disgusted about. It is played very well and very clear. If you are curious about Malcolm Arnold this is the cd for you.
    British Horn Concertos
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      British Horn Concertos

      Manufacturer: Lyrita
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      All Works by ArnoldAll Works by Arnold | Arnold, Malcolm | ( A ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music
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      ASIN: B000N8UVSK
      Release Date: 2007-05-08

      Tracks:

      1. I. Allegro Moderato-Cadenza
      2. II. Adagio
      3. III. Allegro Con Spirito, Quasi Presto
      4. I. Con Energico
      5. II. Andantino Grazioso
      6. III. Vivace
      7. I. Allegro, Non Troppo-Poco Tranquillo
      8. II. Poco Lento E Serioso
      9. III. Finale: Allegro Molto, Con Spirito
      10. I. Con Moto-Tranquillo-Cadenza
      11. II. Scherzo: Allegretto
      12. III. Finale: Allegro Ritmico-Giocoso
      13. Allegro (With Good Humour)-Lento (Very Tenderly)-Tempo I

      Album Description

      "Few horn players produce such a luscious sound as David Pyatt." -- Gramophone

      In addition to his many radio broadcasts for the BBC, David Pyatt has recorded frequently and was named a Young Artist of the Year by Gramophone. Gordon Jacob's Horn Concerto is considered by some the best of the nineteen wind concertos of this prolific composer. Malcolm Arnold, one of Britain's most beloved composers, was a student of Jacob's, as was Ruth Gipps, both of whom are represented on this CD. York Bowen's Horn Concerto was premiered by the legendary hornist Dennis Brain in 1956.
      Les introuvables de  Jacqueline du Pré
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • Mostly valuable for the sonatas & suites
      • wonderful
      • Great record of Great cellist at Great budget price
      • A Great Compilation of Great Cello Music
      • Wonderful! Indispensable! So why only four stars..?
      Les introuvables de Jacqueline du Pré
      Edward Elgar , Frederick Delius , Camille Saint-Saens , Antonin Dvorak , Robert Schumann , Arnold Schoenberg , Franz Joseph Haydn , Fryderyk Chopin , Cesar Franck , Gabriel Faure , Max Bruch , Johann Sebastian Bach , George Frideric Handel , Ludwig van Beethoven , London Symphony Orchestra , Royal Philharmonic Orchestra , New Philharmonia Orchestra , Chicago Symphony Orchestra , Sir John Barbirolli , Malcolm Sargent , Daniel Barenboim , Jacqueline du Pré , Valda Aveling , English Chamber Orchestra , Gerald Moore , Ernest Lush , and Stephen Kovacevich
      Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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      ASIN: B000002SCC
      Release Date: 2002-08-05

      Tracks:

      1. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre en mi mineur: In E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - Moderato
      2. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre en mi mineur: In E Minor, Op. 85: II. Lento - Allegro molto
      3. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre en mi mineur: In E Minor, Op. 85: Adagio
      4. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre en mi mineur: In E Minor, Op. 85: IV. Allegro, ma non troppo
      5. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestra: Lento - Con moto tranquillo - Lento - Con moto tranquillo - Allegramente
      6. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre n 1 en la mineur: In A Minor, Op. 33: I. Allegro non troppo
      7. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre n 1 en la mineur: In A Minor, Op. 33: II. Allegretto con moto
      8. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre n 1 en la mineur: In A Minor, Op. 33: III. Allegro non troppo

      Tracks:

      1. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre en si mineur: In B Minor, Op. 104: I. Allegro
      2. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre en si mineur: In B Minor, Op. 104: II. Adagio ma no troppo
      3. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre en si mineur: In B Minor, Op. 104: III. Finale (Allegro moderato)
      4. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre en si mineur: In B Minor, Op. 104: Waldesruhe (Silence Woods.) pour violoncelle et orchestre, Op. 68
      5. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestra en la mineur: In A Minor Op. 129: I. Nicht zu schnell
      6. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestra en la mineur: In A Minor Op. 129: II Langsam - Etwas lebhafter - Schneller
      7. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestra en la mineur: In A Minor Op. 129: III Sehr lebhaft - Cadenza - Sehr lebhaft

      Tracks:

      1. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestra en sol mineur: I. Allegro
      2. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestra en sol mineur: II. Adagio
      3. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestra en sol mineur: III. Allegro non tanto
      4. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestra en re majeur, Hob. VIIb:2: I. Allegro moderato
      5. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestra en re majeur, Hob. VIIb:2: II. Adagio
      6. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestra en re majeur, Hob. VIIb:2: III. Rondo (Allegro)
      7. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre en ut majeur, Hob. VIIb: 1: I. Moderato
      8. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre en ut majeur, Hob. VIIb: 1: II. Adagio
      9. Concerto pour violoncelle et orchestre en ut majeur, Hob. VIIb: 1: III. Allegro molto

      Tracks:

      1. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en sol mineur, Op. 65: I. Allegro moderato
      2. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en sol mineur, Op. 65: II. Allegro con brio
      3. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en sol mineur, Op. 65: III. Largo
      4. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en sol mineur, Op. 65: IV. Finale (Allegro)
      5. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en la majeur: I. Allegro ben moderato
      6. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en la majeur: II. Allegro
      7. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en la majeur: III. Recitativo - Fantasia (Molto lento)
      8. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en la majeur: IV. Allegretto poco mosso
      9. Elegie en ut mineur, Op. 24
      10. Kol nidrei, Op. 47

      Tracks:

      1. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 1 en sol majeur, BWV 1007: I. Prelude
      2. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 1 en sol majeur, BWV 1007: II. Allemande
      3. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 1 en sol majeur, BWV 1007: III. Courante
      4. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 1 en sol majeur, BWV 1007: IV. Sarabande
      5. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 1 en sol majeur, BWV 1007: V. Menuetto I & II
      6. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 1 en sol majeur, BWV 1007: VI. Gigue
      7. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 2 en re mineur, BWV 1008: I. Prelude
      8. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 2 en sol majeur, BWV 1008: II. Allemande
      9. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 2 en sol majeur, BWV 1008: III. Courante
      10. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 2 en sol majeur, BWV 1008: IV. Sarabande
      11. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 2 en sol majeur, BWV 1008: V. Menuetto I & II
      12. Suite pour violoncelle seul No. 2 en sol majeur, BWV 1008: VI. Gigue
      13. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en sol mineur: I. Grave
      14. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en sol mineur: II. Allegro
      15. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en sol mineur: III. Sarabande
      16. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano en sol mineur: IV. Allegro
      17. 'Judas Maccabaeus' de Haendel, en sol majeur, woO.45: Variations sur le theme 'See, The Conqu'ring Hero Comes

      Tracks:

      1. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano No. 3 en la majeur, Op. 69: I. Allegro ma non tanto
      2. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano No. 3 en la majeur, Op. 69: II. Scherzo (Allegro molto)
      3. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano No. 3 en la majeur, Op. 69: III. Adagio cantabile
      4. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano No. 3 en la majeur, Op. 69: IV. Allegro vivace
      5. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano No. 5 en re majeur, Op. 102 No. 2: I. Allegro con brio
      6. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano No. 5 en re majeur, Op. 102 No. 2: II. Adagio con molto sentimento d'affeto
      7. Sonate pour violoncelle et piano No. 5 en re majeur, Op. 102, No. 2: III. Allegro - Allegro fugato
      8. 7 Variations sur le theme Bei Mannern, welche Liebe fuhlen': 'La Flute enchantee' de Mozart, en mi bemol majeur Es-dur, Op.66
      9. 12 Variations sur le theme 'Ein Madchen oder Weibchen': 'La Flute enchantee' de Mozart, en fa majeur, Op.66

      Amazon.com

      Although most of this set is devoted to major cello concertos (Elgar, Saint-Saëns, Dvorák, Schumann, Haydn) that Du Pré played so well, perhaps the most treasurable recording is one of two Beethoven cello sonatas with the pianist Stephen Bishop (Kovacevich). Recorded very early in her career, these show Du Pré at her most eloquent, the early promise of a great career so cruelly interrupted. This set includes most of the cellist's best recordings. Too bad it's not 10 times the size. If the cellist's passion occasionally seems excessive, at least it's the right kind of flaw to have. --Leslie Gerber

      Customer Reviews:

      4 out of 5 stars Mostly valuable for the sonatas & suites.......2002-07-02

      Although Jackie du Pre's playing in the Elgar, Delius and Schoenberg concerti was superb, I for one simply find nothing to admire in that music. Perhaps this is my fault, perhaps not, but in general there are so many superb recordings of the Haydn and Dvorak concerti that only the sentiments surrounding her decline into MS and early death recommend them.

      On the other hand, the recordings of the Chopin, Beethoven and other sonatas in the second 3 discs of this set are among the most moving recordings ever made. Jackie never had quite the golden tone or perfect technique of Feuermann or Yo-Yo Ma, and this shows itself more in the Bach unaccompanied cello suites where she plays a few scratchy-sounding turns, but the deep-down love and emotional commitment of her playing always communicated itself effectively. In short, then, I recommend this set for the sonatas & suites, but if you also enjoy these concerto recordings, you will love it all.

      5 out of 5 stars wonderful.......2001-04-22

      this is a wonderful recording of some of the best cello music played by one of the worlds best cello players, the late jacqueline du pre. jackie had magic in her fingertips and listening to these recordings is pure joy, one of the best set I had the chance to hear.

      5 out of 5 stars Great record of Great cellist at Great budget price.......2000-11-04

      The collection dosen't have Brahms's Cello Sonatas. But you picture her portrait by these 6 CDs( The cost is 7 dollars or less per one CD ). If you don't know what kind of cellist she was--yet, I want you to get it.

      You would meet extraordinary emitted passion by Du Pre in Elgar( needlees to say, it is one of her most famous performance), Saint-Saens, Dovrak( in spite of unskillful conducting of Barenboim), Schumann. The set has not only her famous performance of the Concertos in disk 1-3, but also various Sonatas( Barenboim makes excellent piano playing in good harmony with his wife more than support) in disk 4-6.

      Furthermore, the Bach's Cello Suite No.1 and No.2, as her only solo performance in this collection, are very interesting. Its passionate Bach(!!) is certainly like Du Pre.

      Thanks EMI FRANCE for the great work!!

      5 out of 5 stars A Great Compilation of Great Cello Music.......2000-07-26

      This collection, composed of the great works for the cello, is a must have in any serious classical music fan's library. It is an even better collection for the "newbie" to the genre. Jacqueline du Pre was undoubtedly one of the greatest artist of the century and her passion is well documented in this collection. Just get it...if you like classical music...you'll like this collection and the price is great too. What's to lose?

      4 out of 5 stars Wonderful! Indispensable! So why only four stars..?.......2000-03-19

      This is definitely worth getting, and Amazon's price is right. Du Pre was one of the greatest ever (Yo-Yo Ma now owns her cello, in case any of you play Classical Music Trivial Pursuit), and I cry inwardly when I think of her early death. The Elgar Concerto alone on this set is enough to justify the purchase price. After she died, several "name" conductors vowed they would never perform or record it again with anybody, so strong was their memory of her. So why only four stars here? Two reasons: some of these performances are with hubby Daniel Barenboim conducting, and they just aren't quite in the same league as the other efforts. Just compare the Barbirolli Haydn and the Barenboim Haydn to see what I mean: both are slow-tempoed, and neither would be my top-drawer choice. But Barbirolli *almost* makes it work, and has a certain perverse logic, whereas DB is just dull and colorless and square. The second defect is the remastered sound, which oftentimes is not very good. Sure these are "historic" recordings, but they're not that old, most are stereo. Still, the sound is flat and clipped at the high end. This should not dissade anyone from getting this set, however. Just don't expect a sonic demo disc. You will get thrilling cello playing across a broad selection of repertoire.
      Brass for the Masters, Vol. 2
      Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
      • Typical excellence
      • who are these guys??
      Brass for the Masters, Vol. 2

      Manufacturer: Chandos
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      ASIN: B00000I0TC
      Release Date: 1999-02-09

      Tracks:

      1. Overture For Brass Band: Henry The Fifth
      2. Fantasy For Brass Band, Op. 114 - Malcolm Arnold
      3. Rhapsody In Brass:: Allegro giocoso
      4. Rhapsody In Brass:: Andante con moto
      5. Rhapsody In Brass:: Allegro assai e giocoso
      6. A Kensington Concerto
      7. A Moorside Suite:: Scherzo: Allegro
      8. Nocturne: Adagio
      9. March: Allegro
      10. Comedy Overture: The Frogs (of Aristophanes)
      11. Diversions On A Bass Theme - George Lloyd

      Customer Reviews:

      4 out of 5 stars Typical excellence.......2006-03-22

      If you are looking for a disc with first-rate interpretations of some of the standards in brass band literature, this recording (and its somewhat more refined Volume 1) begs your attention. All of the performances are extremely clean and precise, and the technical requirements of these works are often extensive. There are the moments of overly sentimental playing and wobbly vibrato that was so off-putting to Vaughan Williams in his Henry V, but nothing outside of the standard practice in most British Brass Bands.

      5 out of 5 stars who are these guys??.......2000-09-05

      Mining may be tough on the lungs, but it does wonders for the embouchure. Wonderful sound, musicianship and conducting. The only flaw, and it is present in their soundtrack recording of "Brassed Off" as well, is the engineer's stubborn refusal to crank up the volume on the gorgeous fleugel solos --when accompanied by the entire band, these lovely riffs (In "Brassed Off, "En Aranjuez Con Tu Amor" is a classic musical paradox-- at once stunning in both it's economy and lavishness) struggle to be heard and sound like they were phoned in from a pub across the street. Still, the band plays on, flawlessly.
      The Chamber Music of Malcolm Arnold, Vol. 1
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        The Chamber Music of Malcolm Arnold, Vol. 1

        Manufacturer: Hyperion UK
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        ASIN: B0000542GR
        Release Date: 2001-02-13
        Händel: Radamisto
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          Händel: Radamisto

          Manufacturer: Ponto [Mitridate]
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          ASIN: B000PUB3QU
          Release Date: 2007-05-29

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