The Romantic Age of the Classics [Box set]

On this CD:

1. Symphony No. 8 in B minor ("Unfinished"), D. 759 Allegro moderato
Composed by Franz Schubert
Performed by Philharmonic Festival Orchestra
Conducted by Vladimir Petroschoff

2. Kinderszenen (Scenes from Childhood) for piano, Op. 15 Nos 1, 5, 6, 7, 9, 13
Composed by Robert Schumann
Performed by Marian Pivka

3. Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 Allegretto non troppo/Allegro molto vivace
Composed by Felix Mendelssohn
Performed by Slavonica Philharmonia, Helena Spitkova
Conducted by Alberto Lizzio

4. Symphony No. 4 in A major ("Italian"), Op. 90 Allegro vivace
Composed by Felix Mendelssohn
Performed by London Symphony Orchestra
Conducted by Alfred Scholz

5. Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54 Allegro affetuoso
Composed by Robert Schumann
Performed by Philharmonic Festival Orchestra with Magda Bergreich
Conducted by Vladimir Petroschoff

6. Scherzos (2) for piano, D. 593 No 1 in B flat major
Composed by Franz Schubert
Performed by Helene Gal

7. Song without Words for piano No. 30 in A major ("Frühlingslied"), Op. 62/6
Composed by Felix Mendelssohn
Performed by Helene Gal

8. Fantasy-Impromptu for piano in C sharp minor, Op. 66, CT 46
Composed by Fryderyk Chopin
Performed by Dubravka Tomsic

9. Piano Concerto No. 1, for piano & orchestra in E-flat major, S. 124 (LW H4)
Composed by Franz Liszt
Performed by Luxembourg Radio and Television Symphony Orchestra with Josef Bulva
Conducted by Daniel Nazareth

10. Peer Gynt Suites for orchestra Nos. 1 & 2, Opp. 46 & 55 Excerpts (In the Hall of the Mountain King; Ingrid's Plaint; & Solveig's Song)
Composed by Edvard Grieg
Performed by London Festival Orchestra
Conducted by Sven Bengtson

11. Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 16 Allegro molto moderato
Composed by Edvard Grieg
Performed by Ljubljana Radio Orchestra with Dubravka Tomsic
Conducted by Anton Nanut

12. Liebesträume, notturno for piano in A-flat major No. 3 (O Lieb, so lang du lieben kannst), S. 541/3 (LW A103/3)
Composed by Franz Liszt
Performed by Helene Gal

13. Concerto for piano & orchestra No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21, CT 48 Maestoso
Composed by Fryderyk Chopin
Performed by Philharmonic Orchestra with Helene Gal
Conducted by Wolfgang Patzek

14. Romeo and Juliet, fantasy-overture for orchestra in B minor (3 versions)
Composed by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Performed by London New Philharmonia Orchestra
Conducted by Laurence Gordon Siegel

15. Nutcracker, suite from the ballet, Op. 71a
Composed by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Performed by Tokyo Festival Orchestra
Conducted by Takao Matsumo

16. Piano Concerto No. 1, for piano & orchestra (or 2 pianos) in B flat minor, Op. 23 Allegro con fuoco
Composed by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Performed by Slovak National Philharmonic Orchestra with Peter Toperczer
Conducted by Bystrik Rezucha

17. Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 "Pathétique", Op.74 Adagio/Allegro non troppo
Composed by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Performed by Ljubljana Radio Orchestra
Conducted by Marko Munih

18. The Swan Lake, suite, Op. 20a
Composed by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Performed by Tokyo Festival Orchestra
Conducted by Takao Matsumo

19. Dichter und Bauer (Poet and Peasant), overture to the operetta Overture
Composed by Franz von Suppe
Performed by Paris Radio Symphony Orchestra
Conducted by Loie Bertrand

20. A Midsummer Night's Dream, incidental music, Op. 61 Wedding March
Composed by Felix Mendelssohn
Performed by London Festival Orchestra
Conducted by Alfred Scholz

21. Overture to Guillaume Tell (William Tell)
Composed by Gioachino Rossini
Performed by London Philharmonia Orchestra
Conducted by Alfred Scholz

22. Overture: Russlan and Ludmilla, G. xivov
Composed by Mikhail Glinka
Performed by London Philharmonia Orchestra
Conducted by Vladimir Petroschoff

23. L' Arlésienne, Suite I for orchestra, from the incidental music Pastorale
Composed by Georges Bizet
Performed by Paris Radio Symphony Orchestra
Conducted by Loie Bertrand

24. L' Arlésienne, Suite I for orchestra, from the incidental music Intermezzo
Composed by Georges Bizet
Performed by Paris Radio Symphony Orchestra
Conducted by Loie Bertrand

25. L' Arlésienne, Suite I for orchestra, from the incidental music Farandole
Composed by Georges Bizet
Performed by Paris Radio Symphony Orchestra
Conducted by Loie Bertrand

26. Peer Gynt Suite for orchestra (or piano or piano, 4 hands) No. 1, Op. 46 Morning
Composed by Edvard Grieg
Performed by London Festival Orchestra
Conducted by Sven Bengtson

27. Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, opera Overture
Composed by Otto Nicolai
Performed by London Philharmonia Orchestra
Conducted by Vladimir Petroschoff

28. Prodaná nevesta (The Bartered Bride), opera, JB 1:100 Entry of the Comedians
Composed by Bedrich Smetana
Performed by London Festival Orchestra
Conducted by Alfred Scholz

Tracks:

Grieg's 'Morning From The Pier Gynt Suite, Opus 46
Chopin's 'Nocturne In E Flat, Opus 9, No. 2'
Debussy's 'Prelude To The Afternoon Of A Faun'
Debussy's 'Clair De Lune'
Beethoven's 'Moonlit Sonata , Opus 27, No. 2'
Bach's 'Air In C'
Debussy's 'Reverie'
Grieg's 'Piano Concerto In A Minor, Opus 16'
Pachelbel's 'Canon In D'
Ocean Surf

Album Description

Nature has always been a source of inspiration for the great composers. By blending the worlds most enduring classical works with the voices of our natural world, Solitudes has successfully merged mans and natures most beautiful music.

Customer Reviews:

Nature meets Symphony.......2006-08-24

This is one of the best couplings of nature sounds & man-made music I've ever heard. Neither overpowers the other. Very soothing and able to "take you there" when you need to be "away from here."

Excellent.......2005-03-28

I bought this CD in 1991 and have loved it and played it often over the years, so often in fact it finally scratched and I now have to replace my copy.

Gread meditation/relaxation CD!.......2003-02-26

I love most of Dan Gibson's works but I enjoy this one as background noise for my baby girl as she goes to sleep. The best thing is the the music is played on traditional instruments and not some cheesy electric synthesizer. That makes a huge difference. The last track is nothing but tranquil ocean waves which I loop for myself when I need help going to sleep. Crystal clear sounds and fantastic music. One of Dan Gibson's best.

relax.......2003-01-25

This is great for relaxation and reflection. Nearly anyone will recognize and be familiar with the music - that makes this a special presentation. The only one that is better is the Strauss version which is virtually mouth watering it's so good.

Solitudes The Classics 1.......2000-03-07

I love this recording. It combines sounds of nature (forest and meadow sounds, stream, rain and ocean background) and some of the most beautiful music ever written. I find it helpful to use it when stress and conflict interfere with sleep. After listening to this, my mood is far more relaxed and am ready to drift off. It is a masterful and beautiful CD.

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complex, not complicated
Great recording of an underated masterpiece!
Excellent recording of an underperformed work
A Brilliant Achievment

Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini
John Nelson , and Berlioz
Manufacturer: EMI Classics
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Pytor Il'ich Tchaikovsky: Pique Dame
Berlioz - Béatrice et Bénédict / S. Graham · Viala · McNair · Cachemaille · C. Robbin · Bacquier · Le Texier · Opéra de Lyon · Nelson
Gluck: Paride ed Elena
Handel: Rodelinda

ASIN: B00030FJA8
Release Date: 2005-01-11

Tracks:

Ouverture
No. I. Introduction: Teresa! Mais Ou Peut-Elle Etre?
Air: Ne Regardez Jamais La Lune
No. 2. Choeur Des Masques: Enfin Il Est Sorti
No. 3a. Recit Et Romance: Les Belles Fleurs!
Romance: Ah! Que L'amour Une Fois Dans Le Coeur
Heureuse Celle A Qui Jamais L'amour
No. 4. Trio: Cellini!
O Mon Bonheur, Vous Que J'aime
Ah! Mourir, Chere Belle
No. 5. Recitatif: Ceil! Nous Sommes Perdus
No. 6. Final: A Nous, Voisines Et Servantes!
Ah, Maitre Drole!
No. 8. Scene Et Choeur: A Boire, A Boire!
Chant Des Ciseleurs: Si La Terre Aux Beaux Jours Se Couronne
Amis, Avant Qu'on Recommence
Air (Ascanio): Cette Somme T'est Due
Ecoutez, Tout A L'heure
No. 9. Recitatif: C'est Trop Fort!
No. 10. Air: Ah! Qui Pourrait Me Resister?
No. 11. Recitatif: Viens, Le Temps Passe

Tracks:

No. 12. Final: Vous Voyez, J'espere
Venez, Venez, Peuple De Rome
Ah! Ah! Bravo!
Pantomime Du Roi Midas: Voici Maitre Arlequin
Ariette D'Arlequin: Regardons Bien Maitre Arlequin
Cavatine De Pierrot: Il Plait Fort
Soyez Surpris
Viens, Pas A Pas
Assassiner Un Capucin
Ah! Cher Canon/Maudit Canon Du Fort Saint-Ange
No. 13. Entracte & Scene
Ah! Qu'est-il Devenu?
No. 14. Priere: Rosa Purpurea
No. 15. Recit: Teresa! Ma Dague En Main
No. 16. Duo: Ah! Le Ciel, Cher Epoux
Quand Des Sommets
No. 17. Recit: Ah! Maitre!
No. 18. Quintette: Ah! Je Te Trouve Enfin
No. 19. Sextuor: Le Pape Ici!
Justice A Nous, Seigneur Et Maitre!
Dieu! Sur Ma Tete En Ce Moment
Ah! Ca Demon!
No. 20. Final: Ah! Maintenant De Sa Folle Impudence

Tracks:

No. 21. Entracte
No. 22. Air: Mais, Qu'ai-je Donc?
No. 23. Recit Et Air: Seul Pour Lutter
Sur Les Monts Les Plus Sauvages
No. 24. Choeur: Bienheureux Les Matelots
No. 25. Scene: Vite, Au Travail, Sans Plus Attendre!
Quel Contretemps! Vite, Allons, Ma Rapiere!
No. 26. Choeur: Peuple Ouvrier
No. 27. Scene Et Choeur: Ah! Ciel! Il Est Mort!
No. 28. Choeur: A L'atelier!
No. 29. Recitatif: Ah! Le Calme Renait
No. 30. Scene: Teresa! Teresa Ici!
No. 31. Final: Du Metal! Il Nous Faut Du Metal!
Seigneur, Use De Ton Pouvoir
Allons! Vivat! Faites-moi Place
Entre L'amour Et Le Devoir
Quand J'aurai Votre Age
Une Heure Encore
La Gloire Etait Ma Seule Idole

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This recording presents--almost--Berlioz's original thoughts on this very complicated opera (which went through more than a dozen versions, with additions and subtractions, in the composer's lifetime), although conductor John Nelson also adds an aria or two Berlioz later added, making it somewhat different from the version recorded by Philips under Sir Colin Davis a little over 30 years ago. If I had to choose one of these two superb performances, it would be this: the opera's odd rhythms are more strongly underlined by Nelson, the whole work seems more lively, and the comic moments are genuinely funny. And the singing is superb, with Patrizia Ciofi a simply great, light-toned Teresa, Gregory Kunde tackling the title role and singing as impressively as Gedda did for Davis, and Joyce di Donato singing Ascanio's music as well as you'll ever hear it. The darker-voiced roles are equally well taken, with Laurent Naouri's Balducci particularly vivid. The orchestral playing, choral singing, and ensemble work and sonics are first rate. This is a superb recording, presenting Berlioz's odd masterwork brilliantly. --Robert Levine

Customer Reviews:

complex, not complicated.......2007-03-04

Hector Berlioz missed the memo on the KISS Rule (Keep It Simple, Stupid).

It's a good thing, that. Even better is the presence of conductors like the supremely attentive John Nelson, who give themselves and their formidable talents to works that might otherwise languish in abandonment, too far off the beat track for markets and beancounters to pay atttention.

Gratefully, attentiveness and attention have been lavished upon this 19th-century opera, evident not least in the 173-page booklet that accompanies the nicely boxed three disks.

This is opera made to enjoy without interruption. Take it on a long car ride.

But by all means, take it. Some beautiful wild flowers grow well-hidden off the beaten track.

Great recording of an underated masterpiece!.......2005-10-22

The subtleties and complexities of this score have worked against the performance of this opera from its very conception. As a consequence, there are several versions of this score. So it is fortunate that we now have Benvenuto Cellini more or less as Berlioz himself conceived it. I think it is a very beautiful score and only one other recording has been tried in the studio, that on Philips with Colin Davis. To him is due all credit and highest honors for his pioneering effort with this opera, Nelson is the second conductor to take on this work in the studio and does so without any apologies as this performance is stunning. There have been very mixed reviews on this recording. Gregory Kunde is just about Gedda's equal. His tone is sweet, strong, full and agile. I don't hear the strain or unpleasant tone quality that some have complained about. Joyce di Donato as Ascanio sings with glorious tone and interpretation. She makes her music greater than it might be in lesser hands. She is superior to Berbie on Davis' recording. All the other roles are very well sung and equal to their predecessors on the Davis release. On hearing the orchestration played at its intended tempo, one can understand how the singers of the premiere must have been overwhelmed by its demands. They were apparently inadequate to start with. But Berlioz's demands are surmountable as Davis convincingly proved and now Nelson proves beyond any doubt. The role of Teresa seems to be a difficult role to fill. I never much cared for Eda-Pierre in the 1st recording and although Ciofi is an improvement, I would prefer a soprano with a richer timber and steadier voice. In duets and ensembles she does hold her own rather well. The sound is excellent and this belongs on the shelf next to Colin Davis. Personal taste will dictate the order on that shelf. At least listen to it. It deserves the attention of all berlioz fans.

Excellent recording of an underperformed work.......2005-01-29

Berlioz' Benvennuto Cellini was a critical and commercial failure in its day, and even the later revision was not greated with much enthusiasm. It lay unperformed for decades, until 1972. This latest version uses the original Paris Opera version, restoring lots of great music to the revised version. This opera has wonderful orchestral music as well as great arias and marvelous choruses, and conductor John Nelson brings out the best in all his artists--particularly necessary here, as this opera requires an extremely high degree of technical expertise from singers, chorus and orchestra alike.
American tenor Gregory Kunde does a first-class job with the high and ardent title role, (although his French is not as good as Nicolai Gedda's, who recorded the role in 1972). The rest of the cast is excellent, (and being French, lend an authenticity to the performance that more than makes up for any linguistic lapses by the lead character.) My only minor complaint is that the sound mix emphasizes the orchestra a little too much at the expense of the singers--however, as this is an opera in which the orchestra is as much a partner as any of the singers, that's not too great a fault. It belongs in any opera-lovers collection.

A Brilliant Achievment.......2005-01-29

This recording is an important achievement in restoring the first edition of Hector Berlioz's Benvenuto Cellini as the composer envisioned it. Prior to this recording, the best version was by Colin Davis based upon the second version of the opera (to which Berlioz had made many cuts) and the Weimer edition (staged by Liszt that had made further cuts). The recording by Colin Davis has been my favorite of any opera for the casting and charm. The new version, conducted by John Nelson, will take its place at the side of the Davis version.

Remarkably, the original score and orchestra parts had been preserved by the Paris Opera since the first performance in 1838. What makes this new recording so special are several restorations: the original, longer overture, an aria (number 1) by Balducci in the first scene, a Romanza (number 3) by Teresa that was replaced by a Cavatina that is included as a supplementary number, a Romance composed for Cellini is also included in the appendix and several other large and small changes that adds about 30 minutes to the opera. An interesting change for me was scene 11, where Fieramosca and Pompeo plot to abduct Teresa in place of Cellini. In the Davis, version (following the Opera-Comique) this is spoken dialogue but in the new version it is sung. The Davis version (with Robert Massard) has more humor in the scene with the characterization of the bumbling Fieramosca coming off better. On the other hand, scene 25, where Fieramosca threatens Cellini works well with the music as it recalls earlier themes of Fieramosca's boasting. The Nelson version is nicely sung but the characters do not come off as quite as comic. I did miss some of the sound effects that had been included in the Davis recording, like the sound of swords in the duel between Pompeo and Cellini.

The casting is superb. Gregory Kunde is a wonderful Cellini; his voice is nicely suited to this role and he brings to the part all of the heroic character that Nicolai Gedda did. Balducci is beautifully sung by Laurent Naouri with a great feel for the comic aspects of the role, as excellent as Jules Bastin from the Davis cast. Patrizia Ciofi has a voice of great sweetness that makes her a good choice for Teresa. Joyce di Donato is a great Ascanio and Renaud Delaigue is a lofty presence as Pope Clement VII. Jean-Francois Lapointe makes a good bumbling Fieramosca, Cellini's rival for Teresa and always in the wrong place at the wrong time. The Chorus of Radio France could not be better. John Nelson guides the Orchestra of Radio France through this difficult score with assurance and great feeling for Berlioz's music. The full brilliance of Benvenuto Cellini with the composer's original intentions is now revealed. This set is a must for lovers of Berlioz.

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Classics for the Heart

Manufacturer: Domo Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Tracks:

Meditations
Nocturne
Pathetique
Moonlight
Sicilienne
Claire De Lune
Song Without Words
Vocalise
Air
Prelude
Prelude
Intermezzo
Andante
Beau Soir

Album Description

Classics for the Heart is a rich collection full of poetic movements and evocative tonalities that will warm your heart and soothe your soul

Tracks:

Scenes From Foreign Lands
Etude No.5 In B Minor
Concerto No.21 Andante (Elvira Madigan)
La Carnaval Des Animaux (Le Cynge)
Panis Angelicus
Largo
Gymnopedies
Clair De Lune
Sonata No.14 (Moonlight)
Adagio
Romanza Op.37
Concerto No.23
Rondo

Album Description

The subtle strings of Keith Halligan's guitar, accompanied by the delightful touch of Shelley Beaumont on piano, ensure that these great classical tracks wash over you and transmit a tranquil sense of well being. Truly a smorgasbord of fantastic music from Europe ... bon appÃ©tit!

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FABULOUS SELECTION OF CLASSICAL MUSIC

Classics for Relaxation and Meditation

Manufacturer: Madacy Records
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Meditation: Classical Relaxation (Box Set)
Most Relaxing Classical Piano Music in the Universe
Bach for Relaxation
Rachmaninoff for Relaxation
Chopin For Relaxation

ASIN: B000000LOH
Release Date: 1995-04-16

Tracks:

BWV 992: Jeusus Is Always My Gladness
Concerto In B Flat Major: Adagio
Organ Concerto In G Major: Largo
Moonlight Sonata In C Sharp Minor Op. 27-2: Quasi Una Fantasia (Adagio Sostenuto)
Mass In E Minor: Kyre Eleyson
Piano Concerto No. 26 In D Minor K537: Larghetto
Symphony No. 8 In Minor D 759: Andante Con Moto
Fantasy Op. 73: Tender And With Expression
The Moldau: Sympohic Poem
Valse Triste: Op. 44, 1 From 'Kuolema'
Oboe Concerto In C Major K314: Adagio - Mozart
Piano Concerto No. 21 In C Major K467 'Elvira Madigan': Andante

Tracks:

Souvenir De Florence In D Minor Op. 70: Adagio Cantibile - Tchaikovsky
Raindrop Prelude In D Flat Major Op. 28 - 15
Symphony No. 4 In A Major Op. 90 'Italian': Andante con molto
Love Dream No. 3 In A Flat Major Op. 62
Lullaby - Berceuse Op. 105
Berceuse: Lullaby Op. 57 - Chopin
Wind Quartet In E Flat Major Op. 88-2: Andante grazioso
Cello Concerto In G Major: Romance
Concerto For Flute, Harp And Orchestra In C Major K299: Andantino - Mozart
Sonata In C Minor Op. 13 'Pathetique': Adagio cantabile - Beethoven
Divertimento No. 1 In B Flat Major 'Chorale St. Antoni': Andante - Haydn _

Tracks:

Stabat Mater Op.58: Virgo Virginium Praeclara - Dvorak
Divertimento No. 1 In B Flat Major: Chorale - Haydn _
Consolation In E Major - Liszt
Symphony No. 5 In D Major, Op.107 'Reformation': Finale
Execution Transcendante: Evening Harmony - Liszt
Overture In D Major: Air BWV 1068 - Bach
Orfeo ed Euridice: Dance Of The Blessed Spirits - Gluck
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major Op. 15: Largo - Beethoven
String Quartet No. 62 In C Major, Op.76, 3 'Emperor': Adagiop cantabile - Haydn _

Customer Reviews:

FABULOUS SELECTION OF CLASSICAL MUSIC.......2001-05-16

Whether or not you are a fan of classical music, the truth is that everyone enjoys a few hours of peace and relaxation. This CD provides a wide selection of music from famous composers like Mozart to lesser known classical composers, which makes it the perfect CD to play on your stereo during those rare moments of peace. Play it while reading a favorite novel, or just simply sit down and meditate with the help of this classical CD. Beethoven's widely popular "Moonlight Sonata" for the piano and Chopin's extraordinary "Raindrop" are just two examples of musical pieces that will not only calm but enrich your life. With a total of three discs included at a phenomenal value, this is one CD that you cannot afford to pass up.

The Jazz Album- A Tribute to the Jazz Age

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The Jazz Album- A Tribute to the Jazz Age

Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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ASIN: B000PGTHRQ
Release Date: 2007-06-05

Tracks:

La Creation Du Monde
Rhapsody In Blue
After You've Gone
Nobody's Sweetheart
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II. Andante
III. Moderato
Sweet Sue
Dardanella
Makin' Whoopee!
My Blue Heaven
San
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Adagio I: A Special 2 1/2 Hour Collection Of Orchestral Classics

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Excellent digital recording

Adagio I: A Special 2 1/2 Hour Collection Of Orchestral Classics

Manufacturer: Celestial Harmonies
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Adagio II - A Special 2 1/2 Hour Collection Of Orchestral Classics

ASIN: B0000007ZS
Release Date: 1992-11-03

Tracks:

Piano Concerto In G Major: Adagio
Xerxes: Largo
Suite No.3 In D Major: Air
Adagio In G Minor
Le Erinnyes: Invocation
Elegy Op .58
Peer Gynt: Solveigs Lied
Notturno Op.70, No.1
Symphony No. 9 In E Minor: Largo
Concierto De Aranjuez: Adagio
Romance No. 2 In G Major Op. 50

Tracks:

Orfeo ed Euridice: Dance Of The Blessed Spirits
La Vierge: Dernier Sommeil Da La Vierge
Letzter Fruhling Op. 34, No. 2
Fantasia On A Theme By Thomas Tallis
Symphony No. 5 In C Sharp Minor: Adagietto
Adagio For Strings
Sospiri Op. 70
Poeme Op. 25

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Classical music is hot. In fact, it is probably the biggest story of the l990s in the recording industry. Classical crossover hits like Nigel Kennedy's recording of Vivaldi's 'The Four Seasons', Henryk Gorecki's 'Symphony no. 3', the Gregorian Chant album by the monks of Silo, and Michael Nyman's score for the Jane Campion film 'The Piano' - to name just a few - have broken out of classical music's traditional bounds and hit the pop charts. Suddenly, a classical recording that sells 10,000 units is no longer pushing the envelope; today's top classical releases are reaching sales heights formerly reserved for pop icons like Madonna and the Rolling Stones. This stunning turnaround in classical music's marketing power did not come out of nowhere, though. Celestial Harmonies helped set the stage for it with its Adagio (Complete Edition) (19908-2) series. Since 1981, long before the current interest in classical music began, Celestial Harmonies' compilations have been used worldwide for relaxation, meditation and even music therapy. And in a stunning reversal of music industry rules, absolutely no advertising or promotion was needed to achieve substantial sales figures. And while the rest of the classical world scurries around looking for the next big hit, Celestial Harmonies has released an updated digital version of an already proven winner: The Adagio series, a total of seven double-CDs. With sales of over 300,000 units in the past decade, the reason for the series' success is no mystery. As modern life has become increasingly complex and stressful, listeners have turned to music as a source of relief - especially the timeless, contemplative sounds of classical music. It seems that as the pace of our lives gets progressively faster, the music that many listeners are seeking is increasingly slow. The Adagio series, presents over seventeen hours of the world's finest slow music, making it the largest such collection anywhere. Adagio I includes the famous 'Air' from

Customer Reviews:

Excellent digital recording.......2003-03-18

I realize that classical music is something were there is a range of conesuirship, and I represent perhaps the lowest tier of appreciators. In my wholly uniformed opinion, "Adagio I" is an excellent classic music collection, containing well-executed pieces ranging from a few instruments to full orchestral ensembles, representing a variety of composers. The digital recording is remarkable, and an unexpectedly full sound comes from the CD. The 2 1/2 length is nice, split onto two disks.

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Dido & Aeneas: Thy Hand, Belinda; When I Am Laid In Earth (Dido's Lament)
Canon In D
Clarinet Concerto In A, K. 622: Adagio
The Pearl Fishers: Au fond du temple saint
Symphony No. 5 in C Sharp: Adagietto
The Lark Ascending
Variations On An Original Theme, Op. 36 'Enigma': Nimrod
Adagio for Strings
Requiem: Dies irae & Tuba mirum
Tristan und Islode: Liebestod

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What a variety!.......2006-12-11

Unlike most Cd's this one focuses on variety and classics rather than one specific composer or emotion. It includes a Requiem Mass, ment for a funeral, and Canon in D, one of the most celebrated joyous pieces in history. 2 opposite worlds, on one great cd!

A favorite..........2004-08-27

I noted there was no review of this CD on your site. Since it is one of those musical collections I find myself listening to regularly and enjoying each and every track...I felt it was only fair to suggest that those who haven't tried it prior to now - do so. I'm not an educated music critic...but find this CD to be beautiful and uplifting.

Classical "New Age" music........2000-05-02

This CD contains some of the greatest music that is both ecstatic (such as Isold's Libiestod), and tranquil, such as Mahler's Symphony #5, and Barber's Adagio. Most of the works are from the truly great performers (such as the Mozart piece.) However, the Libiestod, while good, comes nowhere near the ecstacy other singers have displayed such as Jessye Norman and Brigit Nilsson. Still, for the low price of the CD, this suffices.

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Classics for a New Age

Manufacturer: Denon Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Preludes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music

Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

German | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000286S6U
Release Date: 2004-06-15

Tracks:

Opening - Doorway Through Early Mists
Transition I - Brushing The Day
Transition II - Traveling Through Our Dawn
Transition 3 - Stretching In The Morning
Transition 4 - Moment At Ten Lucidity
Transition 5 - Timeless Repast
Transition 6 - Tea With Spirits
Transition 7 - Mid Afternoon Mountains
Transition 8 - Swim In A Green Sunset
Transition 9 - Journey In Showers
Transition 10 - Dinner With Composers
Transition 11 - Gentle Wind Of Stars
Transition 12 - Wine Down
Transition 13 - Closed Eyed Flight/Closing - Exit To Silvergrey

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Romantic Classics

Manufacturer: Music Art Design
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

French | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

Russian | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

General | New Age | Styles | Music

Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music

General | Pop | Styles | Music

Easy Listening | Compilations | Pop | Styles | Music

General | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music

General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000F1HGL0
Release Date: 2006-04-11

Tracks:

Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini - Sergi Rachmaninov
Air (Orchestral Suite In D Major, BMV 1068) - Johann Sebastian Bach
Largo From Winter (The Four Seasons) - Antonio Vivaldi
Clair De Lune - Claude Debussy
Morning Mood (Peer Gynt Suite, No. 1, Op. 46) - Edvard Hagerup Crieg
Introduzione And Adantino (Polovtsian Dances) - Alexander Vivaldi
Nocturne (Op. 9) - Frederic Chopin
Largo (Mandolin Concerto In D Major, RV 93) - Antonio Vivaldi
Aria (Bachanias Brasileiras No. 5) - Heitor Villa-Lobos
Vocalise (No. 14, Op. 34) - Sergei Rachmaninov
Meditation From Thais - Jules Massenet
Liebestraum - Franz Liszt
The Young Prince And Princess (Sheherazade) - Nikolia Rimsky-Korsakov
Petite Suite En Bateau - Claude Debussy
Andante Molto (Mandolin Concerto In C Major, RV 558) - Antonio Vivaldi
Canon In D - Johann Palchebel

Album Description

Beautiful music from the great masters of classical music will provide the perfect atmosphere for romance. This selection of classical masterpieces moves from festive baroque orchestra sounds to a romantic piano solo, and from a tender guitar concerto to a dreamy mandolin. These sensual classics are the musical equivalent of the French impressionist painters.

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