Romances

Product Description
* Long awaited collaboration between MIKE PATTON and Norweigian artist KAADA. Two years in the making, this dreamy soundtrack sounds and looks beautiful. Kaada's soundscapees are augmented by the smooth, eerie vocal work as well as the unpredictable electronic manipulation of Mike Patton. * Packaged in a 6 panel chipboard digipak with silver printing. * You Love Mike Patton!

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Romances

Average customer rating: GREAT WEDDING MUSIC! Good Music A very complete selection of ceremony music! Comprehensive Classical Selection Just one note...

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Tracks:

1. Bach: Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring
2. Vivaldi: Largo Winter
3. Bach: Air On A G String
4. Torelli: Trumpet Concerto
5. Bach: Sheep May Safely Graze
6. Handel: Let The Bright Seraphim
7. Handel: Pastoral Symphony
8. Boccherini: String Quintet, Minuet
9. Mendelssohn: On Wings Of Song
10. Liszt: Dream Of Love
11. Rachmaninov: Vocalise
12. Debussy: Claire De Lune
13. Satie: Gymnopedie No.1
14. Gluck: Dance Of The Blessed Spirits
15. Debussy: Arabesque
16. Bizet: Intermezzo
17. Elgar: Salut D'amour
18. Debussy: Prelude A L'apres - Midi D'un Faun

Tracks:

1. Wagner: Bridal Chorus
2. Clarke: Trumpet Voluntary
3. Handel: Royal Fireworks Music, Overture
4. Gabrieli: Canzon V
5. Charpentier: Te Deum
6. Purcell: Trumpet Tune
7. Mussorgsky: Promenade
8. Pachebel: Canon In D
9. Handel: Larghetto
10. Vivaldi: Guitar Concerto In D Major, Largo
11. Handel: Water Music, Air
12. Macdowell: To A Wild Rose
13. Beethoven: Pathetique Sonata, Adagio
14. Melchior: Adagio
15. Gounod: Ave Maria
16. Schubert: Ave Maria
17. Franck: Panis Angelicus
18. Faure: Pie Jesu
19. Rachmaninov: Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini
20. Schumann: Romance For Violin And Piano
21. Massenet: Meditation

Tracks:

1. Mendelssohn: Wedding March
2. Vivaldi: Concerto For Two Trumpets In B, Allegro
3. Telemann: Trumpet Concerto In D, Allegro
4. Vivaldi: Spring, Allegro
5. Telemann: Trumpet Concerto In B, Allegro
6. Handel: Concerto Grosso, Hornpipe
7. Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No.4, Allegro
8. Handel: Arrival Of The Queen Of Sheba
9. Schumann: Piano Quintet In E Flat Major
10. Widor: Toccata
11. Dubois: Toccata
12. Walton: Crown Imperial
13. Bach: Cantata No.51. 'Jauchzet Gott In Allen Landen.' Alleluia
14. Mozart: Exsultate Jubilate, Alleluia
15. Handel: Water Music, Hornpipe
16. Chopin; Variations On A Theme From 'La Cenerentola'
17. Faure: Sicilienne
18. Offenbach: Barcarolle
19. Faure: Berceuse
20. Saint-Saens: The Swan
21. Brahms: Waltz In A Flat
22. Grieg: Wedding Day At Troldhaugen

Album Description

The process of choosing music for a wedding day can certainly be a daunting process for any couple. There are many choices and the questions can be endless. Traditional music or something off the beaten path? Will your Mom cry (and not in a good way) if you do not come down the aisle to the traditional Wedding March from Wagner, or are you eager to try something new? This collection is designed to give the bridal couple some key pointers to navigate the world of classical music for their wedding day. The package includes over 3 1/2 hours of music on 3 CDs for all portions of the wedding service, all from the Naxos classical label (known for high-quality recordings at inexpensive prices). Wedding day favorites are there, along with new discoveries and tunes you may have never considered for a wedding. All pieces are hand selected by professional wedding musicians and consultants. As a bonus, the 20 page booklet will lead you through the process of choosing music, from hiring musicians to sample programs. Everything you need to create your own unique personal wedding soundtrack.

Customer Reviews:

GREAT WEDDING MUSIC!.......2007-01-24

I used these CD's for my wedding, and I was so happy I did. You need to buy this CD if you like having a traditional wedding! :)

Good Music.......2006-07-05

I bought these CDs for my wedding, in ceremony and reception. Also, when I created my own wedding video, I used it as background music.

A very complete selection of ceremony music!.......2005-02-02

I am getting married in several months and we couldn't decide what music we wanted at our wedding ceremony. This three disk compilation reminded us of all the great ones- including new options we hadn't thought about. I really enjoyed hearing the organ and strings versions of the songs. If you're someone who hears a classical or baroque piece of music, but can't remember the name or the precise tune, this is a must-have to jog your memory and trigger the tear ducts!

Comprehensive Classical Selection.......2004-04-15

I searched all over for a CD set that had a somewhat comprehensive list of classical selections that are traditionally played at weddings. When I found this 3 CD set, I was very pleased. It contains 61 works from almost as many composers. This set might not contain the "best recording ever" of each of the selections, however it is very well done and the quality is very good. I used it primarily to choose the pieces that I wanted to have played by the church organist, and so the actual recordings were more for my consumption rather than for use in the ceremony/reception itself. However, I would not have hestitated to use the CD's in the wedding itself if needed. The book inside includes a list of suggested songs for various wedding styles (formal, outside, morning, etc.). From the classical neophyte to the seasoned classical music expert, this CD set will meet if not exceed expectations.

Just one note..........2003-06-07

I have not heard this album, so I cannot rate it as a whole. (The form made me include a rating, but disregard that.) However, I want to point out that track 36, the Pie Jesu from Gabriel Faure's Requiem is - well, from a requiem, a mass for the dead. The Pie Jesu is a lovely, gentle movement, and it has a beautiful and pure sound that does seem to fit the mood of a wedding. The Latin words, however, mean "Merciful Lord Jesus, grant them everlasting rest," where "them" refers to the dead.

Beautiful, but perhaps not so suitable for a wedding.

Average customer rating: Selection of Songs? If you are a violin lover, buy it This is "THE" Greatest Hits alum by Perlman This is a relaxing, however, somewhat disjointed collection.

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Tracks:

1. Salut D'amour, Op.12
2. Songs Without Words, Op.19: Sweet Remembrance
3. Humoresque
4. Berceuse, Op.16
5. Flight Of The Bumble-Bee
6. The Girl With The Flaxen Hair
7. The Swan
8. Cavatina, Op.85, No.3
9. The Old Folks At Home
10. Liebesfreud
11. Moto perpetuo, Op.11
12. Vocalise, Op.34, No.14
13. String Quartet Op.11, No.1: Andante cantabile
14. Songs My Mother Taught Me, Op.55, No.4
15. Guitarre, Op.45, No.2
16. Romance In A Major, Op.94, No.2
17. Nocturne In E Flat, Op.55, No.2
18. Zapateado, Op.23

Customer Reviews:

Selection of Songs?.......2006-07-02

Perlman is a man of extraordinary clarity and tonality also one of my favorite violinists. After I finish practicing a piece I usually find a recording to listen to different interpretations. Most of them are by Perlman and Heifetz. Unfortunately this album has some obscure songs and the songs itself do not do justice to Perlman what some other songs may have done. Still it is important to broaden the scope, so I would recommend this to all music connoisseurs :). btw i'm only 16 so...don't take this review too literal huh?

If you are a violin lover, buy it.......2003-01-19

It's beautiful. Simply put.

This is "THE" Greatest Hits alum by Perlman.......2000-12-03

Perlam is already a great player like the whole world knows. But the music selection couldn't better! I espacily like the piano accomplimant. Perlman pays the pieces with true style. The working realtionship between Perlman and the Pianist is truly incredible. Before geting any of Perlman's other greatest hits albums, get this one!

This is a relaxing, however, somewhat disjointed collection........1998-11-12

This collection of familiar tunes will provide a relaxing hour with one of the world's premier violinists. However, the combination of "The Old Folks at Home" and "Motto perpetuo" is somewhat difficult to assimilate. At any rate, Perlman is a listener's joy!

Average customer rating: a most relaxing and peaceful feeling Great Luis Miguel boleros and romantic songs. The Best music of It's Kind Great Compilation The Best Romantic Luis Miguel songs

Todos Los Romances Luis Miguel Manufacturer: Warner Music Latina ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Tejano | Latin Music | Styles | Music Bolero | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Latin Music | Box Sets | Stores | Music Bargain Box Sets | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music Similar Items: Grandes Exitos Mexico en la Piel Romance Romances Me Estoy Enamorando ASIN: B000009ROK Release Date: 1998-08-11

Tracks:

1. No Me Platiques Mas
2. Inolvidable
3. La Puerta
4. La Barca
5. Te Extrano
6. Usted
7. Contigo En La Distancia
8. Mucho Corazon
9. La Mentira
10. Cuando Vuelva A Tu Lado
11. No Se Tu
12. Como

Tracks:

1. El Dia Que Me Quieras
2. Sin Ti
3. Somos Novios
4. La Media Vuelta
5. Solamente Una Vez
6. Todo Y Nada
7. Historia De Un Amor
8. Como Yo Te Ame
9. Nosotros
10. Yo Se Que Volveras
11. Delirio

Tracks:

1. Voy A Apagar La Luz/Contigo Aprendi
2. Sabor A Mi
3. Por Debajo De La Mesa
4. La Gloria Eres Tu
5. Amanecer
6. Encadenados
7. Besame Mucho
8. Contigo (Estar Contigo)
9. Noche De Ronda
10. El Reloj
11. Jurame
12. De Quererte Asi (De T'Avoir Aimee)
13. Uno
14. Manana De Carnaval (Manha Do Carnival)

Customer Reviews:

a most relaxing and peaceful feeling.......2007-01-04

I FIRST HEARD THIS CD IN A RESTAURANT AND FELL IN LOVE WITH THE VOICE. ALTHOUGH I DON'T SPEAK SPANISH, THE WORDS SEEM TO STIR SUCH PEACEFUL AND LOVING FEELINGS IN ME.

Great Luis Miguel boleros and romantic songs........2006-11-07

This is the best collection of Luis Miguel's most romantic songs. Lots of boleros, very beautiful lyrics. We were looking for a great bolero for our first dance at our wedding. There were lots to choose from, so we found the perfect tempo. I highly recommend this collection to anyone who loves Luis Miguel or wants to get to know his music. Enjoy!

The Best music of It's Kind.......2006-05-31

My wife introduced me to the bolero music of the early years and then introduced me to Luis Miguels Romances cd a few years ago. This CD, his complete collection of his Romances is an unbelievable find. To think, the once child singer at the age of 20 could belt out music like this. He did this recording between the age of 20-25 and the music sounds soulfully mature and rich.

One thing you will notice is the progression in the professionalism of the recordings, the richness of the voice and the feeling for the music.

Amazingly, Luis Miguel still belts it out live. His live voice is so much like his recorded voice. I have never in my life heard such great music. If you want to share wonderful time with the one you love, get this cd set. It will be well worth the investment.

Great Compilation .......2006-04-10

Luis Miguel is one of the greatest Latin American singers of all time. His smooth boleros are so masterfully done that even if you don't understand the language you will definitely understand his talent.
Contained in this volume are all the boleros Luis Miguel has recorded since he switched from pop to the more classic boleros.
This is a great buy if you are getting interested in Luis Miguel's music for the first time. It is also a must for those who have listened to Luis Miguel's before and for those who want to take a closer look at his recording career.

The Best Romantic Luis Miguel songs.......2006-02-23

Excellent, great listening, romantic and totally Luis Miguel at his finest. If you like this one - you will also love 33.

Average customer rating: Faure Essentials music inside you An excellent compilation of Faure's work Romance good value

The Best of Fauré Gabriel Faure , Antonio de Almeida , Jeremy Summerly , John Georgiadis , Keith Clark , Oxford Camerata , Schola Cantorum of Oxford , CSR Symphony Orchestra , Czecho-Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra (Bratislava) , National Symphony Orchestra , National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland , Colm Carey , Francois-Joel Thiollier , Jean Martin , Pascal Devoyon , Pierre-Alain Volondat , Lisa Beckley , and Dong-Suk Kang Manufacturer: Naxos ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Fauré, Gabriel | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Incidental Music | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Requiems | Forms & Genres | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Piano | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Romances | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Barcarolles | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Choruses | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Requiems | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs Under $7 | Requiems | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Requiems | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music $6.99 and Under | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Fauré, Gabriel | ( F ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Best of Erik Satie Faure: Requiem and other choral music Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48; Pelléas et Mélisande, Suite, Op. 80; Pavane, Op. 50 Saint-Saëns: Greatest Hits Fauré: Requiem; Messe basse; Cantique de Jean Racine ASIN: B0000014HU Release Date: 1999-06-22

Tracks:

1. Ouverture - John Georgiadis
2. Pastorale - John Georgiadis
3. Trois Romances Sans Paroles, Op. 17, No. 1 In A Flat Major - Jean Martin
4. Romance, Op. 28 - Pascal Devoyon
5. Pavane, Op. 50 - Keith Clark
6. Requiem, Op. 48: Pie Jesu - Lisa Beckley
7. Prelude - John Georgiadis
8. Sicilienne - John Georgiadis
9. Kitty-Valse - John Georgiadis
10. Tendresse - John Georgiadis
11. Le Pas Espagnol - John Georgiadis
12. Barcarolle No. 1 In A Minor, Op. 20 - Pierre-Alain Volondat
13. Berceuse, Op. 16 - Pascal Devoyon
14. Reqiem, Op. 48 - In Paradisum - Colm Carey
15. Shylock, Musique De Sc, Op. 57: Nocturne - John Georgiadis
16. Ballade In F Sharp Major, Op. 19 - Francois-Joel Thoillier
17. Ballade - The Best Of Faure

Customer Reviews:

Faure Essentials.......2007-05-29

If you want to persuade someone to listen to Faure then this is the album to begin with. It contains the very best known melodies.

music inside you.......2005-10-01

Have you ever felt music inside you when watching the sun going down, when felling the breeze in your hair, when smelling the grass in a gentle summer night...? The music of this CD may remind you that part of yourself that we may tend to forget in our busy life, liked the words of Celibidache which I liked very much: "the music is not the notes, YOU are the music"!
You would feel in this way, when listening to this CD.

An excellent compilation of Faure's work.......2003-02-15

I bought this cd not knowing anything about Gabriel Faure's music. A local orchestra was planning to perform Masques et Bergamasques, so I picked this cd being the most inexpensive way of buying something I possibly was not going to enjoy. But nothing could be further from the truth. I love this cd! It has such a nice variation of formats: piano concerto (Ballede in F sharp major Op. 19), piano solo (Baracarolle No.1 in A minor, Op. 20), vocal (Requiem, Op. 48), and symphony (Masques et Bergamasques). The music is also well played by various artists...no complaints on the performance side. And if it is true that one becomes the thoughts and vibrations that one allows to enter his or her mind, then by listening to Faure you may find yourself becoming a bit more tender, patient, and even romantic in your ways.

Romance.......2002-11-23

Bought this CD originally because of Romance, but I like it all. This is a new composer for me and I'm glad I found Faure'.

good value.......2002-03-01

i'd recommend this to anyone who wants to get an inexpensive taste for faure's music. The recordings are decent, and the selection is interesting. After this, check out his nocturnes for piano and of course the Requiem.

Average customer rating: A must for romantics - a perennial classic! I can't speak spanish but heart does the translation. Romances Very, very savvy Very romantic!

Romances Luis Miguel Manufacturer: Warner Music Latina ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Tejano | Latin Music | Styles | Music Bolero | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Romance Segundo Romance Todos Los Romances Mis Romances Amarte Es Un Placer ASIN: B000005TN1 Release Date: 1997-08-12

Tracks:

1. Voy A Apagar La Luz/Contigo Aprendi
2. Sabor A Mi
3. Por Debajo De La Mesa
4. La Gloria Eres Tu
5. Amanecer
6. Encadenados
7. Besame Mucho
8. Contigo (Estar Contigo)
9. Noche De Ronda
10. El Reloj
11. Jurame
12. De Quererte Asi
13. Uno
14. Manana De Carnaval

Customer Reviews:

A must for romantics - a perennial classic!.......2005-10-16

I used to be a romatic guy when I was very young, but then I switched to a more upbeat type of music when I got older (age crisis?) Well, this CD really brought back the old romantic guy I was. If you claim being a romantic one, then this must be in your collection. I love to play it and dance with my wife, even in front of our boys, so they know what true romance is. Perfect for baby-making nights, it will relax you and get all the right senses ready. Yeah!!

I can't speak spanish but heart does the translation........2002-10-26

Oh how his voice gives me emotional goose bumps.I cannot speak or understand spanish,but my heart takes care of this short coming.The voice is warm,romantic,soothing to my soul with orchestration to die for.To my English speaking friends go ahead and get this classic,your heart will thank you.

Romances.......2001-10-06

What music, what an artist! My husband and I were at the Radisson in Miami, sitting at the bar and waiting for an open table for dinner. I heard this "music" coming from the speakers, it gave me goosebumps! I asked the bartender who it was singing and he said Luis Miguel. Well, I was hooked from then on. It's been 5 yrs. since that night and I've got I believe just about every CD he's made. I find myself singing along to all the songs, learning & speaking a little Spanish too! The songs he sings in Spanish sound so much more romantic than when you hear them in English, at least I think so. The bartender saw how much I loved the CD, he played it again just for me! I think Luis is wonderul and I plan to see him in concert if he ever comes my way. My husband even likes his songs. I personally would rate this 10 Stars if I could!

Very, very savvy.......2001-06-06

This is truly an exceptional piece of work. I can see why it was awarded a Grammy. A listener must understand that Luis was one of the primary arrangers of the songs, that is, these are very famous international love songs from a different, more refined time. Each one has been "covered" to relfect Luis' own musical style and interpretation. If you listen carefully or frequently enough, you will hear the subtleties behind each presentation; some are quite delicate in the use of brass or strings, woodwinds, etc. Luis' voice is a classically trained voice and very, very precise. This is an elegant, romantic, and timeless album.

Very romantic!.......2001-05-04

This "romances" album is indeed "very romantic" and always good to listen any time of the day no matter what your mood is. His voice has improved since he was a little kid and by singing those romances songs takes you back in time where things were different and of course, more romantic.

Average customer rating: Beethoven minus Romantic cobwebs

Beethoven: Violin Concerto; Violin Romances Manufacturer: Arte Nova Classics ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Beethoven | Beethoven, Ludwig van | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Tetzlaff, Christian | ( T ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music 4-for-3 Classical | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Beethoven: Triple Concerto; Septet Beethoven: Piano Concertos 3 & 4 Beethoven: Piano Concerto No 5 Beethoven: Complete Overtures Beethoven: Piano Concertos Nos. 1 & 2 ASIN: B000FII25M Release Date: 2006-06-13

Tracks:

1. Allegro Ma Non Troppo
2. Larghetto
3. Rondo
4. Adagio, Allegro Con Brio
5. Adagio Cantabile

Album Description

"One of the most brilliant and inquisitive artists of the new generation." -NEW YORK TIMES

As is generally known, Beethoven later transcribed his violin concerto as a piano concerto, for which he wrote some additional solo cadenzas. Christian Tetzlaff has in turn transcribed these original piano cadenzas for the violin. According to Tetzlaff, the cadenzas by Fritz Kreisler that are usually heard are "alien - in purely harmonic terms, but also in terms of the concept and the idea behind them. Beethoven pursues an entirely different approach in his original piano cadenzas". Voted the 2005 Instrumentalist of the Year by Musical America, Tetzlaff regularly gives guest performances as a soloist and chamber musician in all the international musical centers, such as at New York's Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, the Concertgebouw Amsterdam and Vienna's Musikverein as well as in London, Paris, Berlin, and Munich. He has been awarded several prizes for his numerous CD recordings, including two Diapason d'Ors, the Edison Prize, the Echo Prize, and nominations for the Grammy Awards. This recording offers one of today's leading soloists along with conductor David Zinman, whose Beethoven recordings are praised by critics and fans. David Zinman has risen to the pinnacle of his career in the last decade. After bringing the Baltimore Symphony to major status, he became musical director of the Aspen Music Festival and then took the helm of Zurich's beloved Tonhalle Orchestra, with which he has undertaken highly successful tours of Europe, the U.S. and Asia. Zinman's discography, which includes over 100 recordings, has won five Grammys and two Grands Prix du Disque. Zinman's complete Beethoven symphony set with this same orchestra received the Award of the German Record Critics in 1999 and has since gone from one rave review to another. Founded in 1868, the Zurich Tonhalle Orchestra is Switzerland's oldest symphony orchestra. Today it gives over 90 concerts each season, featuring more than 50 different programs with the world's leading conductors and solo artists.

Customer Reviews:

Beethoven minus Romantic cobwebs.......2006-06-25

As in his remarkable Beethoven symphony cycle, Zinman and his Zurich orchestra allow the listener to hear the concerto from a fresh perspective; the cadenzas used by Christian Tetzlaff, Germany's finest violinist at present (yes, above Mutter - just compare their Mozart concerti),derive from Beethoven's transcription of his violin concerto for the piano. When the cadenza first appears this listener REALLY took notice, and some will find the piece virtually unrecognizable at this point, but I found it fascinating and successful-far removed from the heavily romanticized accounts of the work most will be accustomed to. The finale, which at a slow tempo can be quite laborious, sparkles like no other of recent vintage. I can imagine some will abhor this recording for the first movement waywardness, but any one who has enjoyed Zinman's Beethoven symphonies will delight in this new recording and gain a refreshing view of this, arguably the greatest of all violin concerti. Excellent sound-better than that heard in the symphonies. I want to hear now the rest of the piano concerto cycle with Zinman and Bronfman.

Average customer rating: Stunning, beautiful, transformational disappointed Float on the calm... excellent purchase Loveliest Music I've Ever Heard

The Yearning: Romances For Alto Flute Michael Hoppe & Tim Wheater Manufacturer: Teldec ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Celtic New Age | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Movie Scores | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music New Age | Celtic | International | Styles | Music Fusion | Celtic | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Dreamer: Romances for Alto Flute - Volume 2 Solace The Poet: Romances for Cello Wind Songs Unforgetting Heart ASIN: B000000S9K Release Date: 1996-10-22

Tracks:

1. Lilies On The Lake (For Her Majesty Queen...)
2. Glass Idol (For Marlene Dietrich)
3. The Waltz Of Whispers (For Gladys Cooper)
4. Indigo Sunset (For Princess White Deer)
5. Memories In Dark (For Marion Davies)
6. Wing'd Slippers (For Tamara Karsavina)
7. Nocturnes And The Quarter Moon (For Lil Dagover)
8. Rendezvous (For Vita Sackville-West)
9. Black Roses, White Jade (For Rebecca West)
10. Of Mask And Shadow (For Ellen Terry)
11. Distant Moment (For Mary Pickford)
12. ...Never Forgotten (For Teddie Gerard)

Customer Reviews:

Stunning, beautiful, transformational.......2007-06-28

I don't take the time to write many reviews, but for this I will. A few times in my life I've heard music that made me stop what I was doing and pay attention, and this is one of those times. It's beautiful beyond description. This is not your typical flute music. It's wonderfully mellow, soulful, and passionate, with a deep feeling to it, a heart. Made me tear up. It also made me relax.

This is a very intimate recording, giving you the feeling of being there. If you listen closely, you can occasionally hear the breathing of the flutist. Far from detracting from the recording, it enhances it by reminding you of the humanity behind the music.

All 12 songs on the CD are excellent. It's a very consistent performance. And if you like it, a companion CD, "The Dreamer, Romances for Alto Flute, Volume 2," is ever bit as good.

disappointed.......2007-04-27

I was so excited to purchase this CD. The reviews were so glowing and enthusiastic about the music. I was sure I would love it. Well......I didn't. The music was all right, but surely not the most beautiful I'd ever heard. And, I discovered that I could hear an intake of breath after every phrase. I found this to be very distracting. I will most likely pass this CD along to my mother, and if she doesn't like it, it will probably go to Goodwill.

Float on the calm..........2007-04-09

Several years ago I was visited an "Earth Expo" in New York City. Although these Expos are supposed to be filled with airy fairy new age feel good moments, I found the experience to be phony and awful. While waiting for a friend to be finished getting a Reiki massage, my body went from tensed to relaxed; but I couldn't figure out why. I walked up the next aisle and there I found the source of my incredible calmness; it was Tim Wheater playing his Alto Flute. I was hooked.

excellent purchase.......2007-02-15

I am very satisfied with my recent purchase. Deliver very prompt and of course a very good cd. thanks

Loveliest Music I've Ever Heard.......2006-03-11

Had my first acupuncture treatment yesterday, and was pretty nervous until I walked into the room and heard this beautiful music playing softly in the background. While lying on the table, I drifted off into the most calming, relaxing state of being that I've ever experienced. I asked the therapist to write down the name of the CD, because I want to buy it. It's totally amazing! I'm glad to see that these fine artists have done other titles, which I'm anxious to explore. I have NEVER recommended anything at Amazon before, but felt I HAD to this time. I would buy this at TWICE the cost. The planet certainly can use some peace these days. Bring this home and find wonderful peace in your own little corner. Share it with your family and friends. It's THAT good.

Average customer rating: Love the soprano sax Incredibly Musical Peformance Just a small point of rectifition What am I missing? Beautiful!!

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Tracks:

1. L'Isle Joyeuse
2. Pavane
3. Arabesque No. 1
4. Vocalise
5. Pastorale
6. Emmanuel
7. Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5
8. Gymnopedie No. 3
9. Prelude
10. Piece en forme de Habanera
11. Sicilienne
12. Serenata
13. The Old Castle

Customer Reviews:

Love the soprano sax.......2007-05-18

If you don't already love the soprano sax, this should do it for you.

Incredibly Musical Peformance.......2006-03-20

In my opinion, this is one of the best Classical CDs ever produced. I listen to it often and I am amazed at what an incredibly MUSICAL performance Branford Marsalis had. If you like saxaphone, I think you will love it. If you don't, I think you will still find it valuable because the technique, the phrasing are quintissential.

Just a small point of rectifition.......2004-12-28

None of the works presented here precede the invention of the saxophone. Please look this up. You will find the saxophone invented around 1840, yes early romantic. And in addition, I believe many of the composers here used the saxophone at least once in their music. This is certainly true of Stravinsky, Debussy, Ravel and Villa-Lobos. (Villa-Lobos used the saxophone in at least 40 works!)

What am I missing?.......2003-12-19

I think it is very admirable that Marsalis has attempted to produce a classical CD, however, this is not the sublime, masterpiece that so many previous reviewers have labelled it. His tone is particularly unstable, and not very even, his soprano playing is miles better than his alto however. This is a real shame, as the primary solo instrument in the saxophone family is the alto, anyone beginning study in classical saxophone would need to get this sorted first. His tuning is barely acceptable, but only for a jazzo, he would be shot if he played so out for a real saxophone teacher. Please have a listen to some real repertoire for saxophone, played by a real player, such as Bornkamp, Rousseau, Delangle, Fourmeau, Michat, Londeix, etc. This is a good INTRODUCTION to classical music, if for the first time, but please don't accept this as being the be all and end all of classical music, and of saxophone.

Beautiful!!.......2003-03-17

I hae been a fan of Branford Marsalis for a while, but I had no idea that he had created a classical album. All of the songs are beautifully rendered. This CD is a treasure at any price.

Average customer rating: An Alchemy of Antiquity easily the most formidable instrumentalists in early music Ladino-Ensemble Accentus Love that fiddle! Can't top this one!

Sephardic Romances Manufacturer: Naxos ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Folk | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Folk Songs | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs Under $7 | Latin General | Latin Music | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Latin General | Latin Music | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Latin General | Latin Music | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music $6.99 and Under | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Similar Items: Secular Music from Christian and Jewish Spain Ladino Love Songs: Bride Unfastens Her Braids, the Groom Faints The Splendour of Al-Andalus The Black Madonna Mudejar ASIN: B0000014EE Release Date: 1997-02-04

Tracks:

1. Avrix Mi Galanica
2. La Serena
3. Sa'd
4. Partos Trocados
5. Yo M'enamori D'un Aire - Las Estrellas De Los Cielos
6. Si Verias
7. A La Nana
8. Omorfoula
9. El Rey Que Muncho Madruga
10. Pro D'hermozura
11. Esta Monta'enfrente
12. Kavaldulka
13. Por La Tu Puerta Yo Pas
14. Hija Mia Mi Querida
15. Nani, Nani
16. Ya Viene El Cativo
17. Rahelica Baila

Customer Reviews:

An Alchemy of Antiquity.......2005-10-11

The Sephardim were the Jews of Spain. They picked up many musical elements on their journey there. The sum is very much an alchemy of antiquity. It's got Greek modes, North African percussion, Turkish/Arabic melodies and a bit of Western European refinement. The original Jewish component is the lyrical text which was first sung by women around the house. After being steeped in the culture of Andalusian Spain for a few centuries it allowed more and more instrumental phrases. And since this was secular music, it was acknowledged and enjoyed by everyone at this place in time -- Muslims, Jews and Christians. The ensemble who performed these pieces did a great job, utilizing completely acoustic and culuturally-respective instruments. You can't beat the price either!

easily the most formidable instrumentalists in early music.......2001-08-07

Note, however, that Sephardic music is NOT verifiably medieval, having been recorded only in the 20th century. Also note that Sephardic songs are/were rarely accompanied by instruments (all the arrangements here are instrument-heavy). Nonetheless, the fact remains that Michael Posch, Marco Ambrosini, Riccardo Delfino, and Thomas Wimmer are among the very few truly brilliant early music players at large. Their names may never be trumpeted by early music critics, but that's because said critics tend to be desiccated scholars instead of impassioned musicians (rather like most of the performers they critique). This CD features lots of compelling improvisations and extended solos -- including one, "kavaldulka", that's just from another world. Purists be damned: the musicianship is too good to be missed! btw, the ensemble is also known as Unicorn and Oni Wytars.

Ladino-Ensemble Accentus.......2000-05-19

Of all the Ladino/Sephardic music I have come across, this is one of the most lovingly crafted compilations. The ensemble treats every song with respect and care, and plays them with great spirit. The songs chosen were also organized in a way that helps to reflect the beauty of the music. Absolutely enchanting!

Love that fiddle!.......2000-05-10

I agree with the other reviews here; this is an excellent CD, especially given the bargain price. I love the fiddling on this disc in particular - it's a must-listen for any fiddlers looking to expand their horizons. Great rhythm throughout, too, and the recording quality is fantastic; the music really comes alive in stereo. Highly recommended.

Can't top this one!.......1999-12-19

The above review hits the nail on the head. What I especially enjoy are the inventive and highly rhythmic arranagements that bring out the full variety, verve, spirit and beauty of this special music.

With the bargain price this is a good way to exoplore this genre of music.

Average customer rating: it IS music to fall asleep by... boardering hallucination music to fall alseep by... Simple, Fasctinating, and Weirdly Romantic Mildly romantic

Romances Patton & Kaada Manufacturer: Ipecac Recordings ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Experimental Rock | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Alternative Metal | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Experimental Music | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music Similar Items: General Patton Vs the X-Ecutioners Peeping Tom Suspended Animation Pranzo Oltranzista Mit Gas ASIN: B00068C81K Release Date: 2004-11-30

Tracks:

1. Invocation
2. Pitie pour mes larmes
3. Aubade
4. L'absent
5. Crepuscule
6. Viens, les gazons sont verts
7. Seule
8. Pensee des morts
9. Nuit silencieuse

Album Description

* Long awaited collaboration between MIKE PATTON and Norweigian artist KAADA. Two years in the making, this dreamy soundtrack sounds and looks beautiful. Kaada's soundscapees are augmented by the smooth, eerie vocal work as well as the unpredictable electronic manipulation of Mike Patton. * Packaged in a 6 panel chipboard digipak with silver printing. * You Love Mike Patton!

Customer Reviews:

it IS music to fall asleep by..........2006-12-09

But that's not necessarily a bad thing. And unlike what that other guy said, if you can fall asleep by listening to the cd then it does serve a purpose. You can listen to it when you're awake also - don't get me wrong!! This album is awesome. I play it ONLY during the months of November thru January cuz it feels Wintery. Yeah, that's what I f**king said - Wintery! It makes for some good non-denominational holiday listening. Add this cd to your rotation of Holiday Jingles while sucking on mistletoe and chugging down egg-nog.


Peace on Earth, er something.

boardering hallucination.......2006-03-16

I bought this album, because I'm a big fan of Mike Patton's work with Faith No More, Bungle, Fantomas, and Tomahawk. I know Patton is a complete nut. However, I was not familiar with John Kaada at the time of my purchase. Even though, I'm very familiar with Patton's other work, what this album had in store was very unexpected. It is possibly the creepiest, trippiest, most intriguing album I've ever heard. It is not for your average listener, by any means. This is the type of music that will take hold of one's mind, give extremely vivid hallucinations of what is going on, and wrap around the brain, squeezing it into insanity. There are abrupt dynamic and instrumentation chnages that will either confuse the hell out of you, or make you more and more curious as to what will happen next. Buy this album if you are looking for an emotional rollercoaster. It is one of the most interesting soundscapes in my collection. I personally love it. Most probably wouldn't know what to think of it.

music to fall alseep by..........2005-07-01

I was disappointed with this one. Nothing noteworthy. It's great as background music, but otherwise boring.

Simple, Fasctinating, and Weirdly Romantic.......2005-05-11

I would consider myself a semi-fan of Mike Patton's past work. I've loved albums such as Mister Bungle's California, but found much of his music to be self indulgent and clever, rather than inspired. Romances blows my mind, however. Overall, this work would probably best be described as a collection of soundscapes rather than songs; and within this context it suceeds brilliantly. Throughout this album layer after layer of shimmering instrumental and evocative vocal tracks create of mood that can only be described as dreamy, sensual and yes -- romantic! In fact, what Patton & Kaada may have produced here is the most bizzare makout album of all time! If you're looking to rock out stay away from Romances. But if you're in search of something different and could use a soundtrack for getting hot and bothered with the coolest and weirdest significant other possible, I highly recommend this album.

Mildly romantic.......2005-05-10

A few tracks into "Romances," you'll probably find yourself asking the question: What movie is this from? With all that gothic ambience and sudden ups-and-downs, it sounds like the soundtrack from a surrealist vampire flick. As a result, it's a pleasant if unexceptional listen.

To some degree, it's what you'd expect of Fantomas frontman Mike Patton, when he collaborates with Norwegian melting-pot master Kaada. The opening song is a dense, built-up colossus of ghostly vocals (either high and creepy or deep and foreboding), weird synth and over-the-top organ. It sounds like Patton and Kaada are trying to scare you with the woo-woo effects.

That flavour sticks around in lesser forms in the songs that follow, which generally pair ambient effects, bells, steel guitar, electronic wibbling and some seriously sad songwriting. Patton is more restrained here than in his main band, and he is able to croon in a suitably mournful manner.

Despite the dark tone, there is some unexpected hilarity in "L'absent," which sounds like the Polyphonic Spree misplaced their meds. I've never heard "la la la" sung with such gloom. And "Pitie Pour Mes Larmes" mixes in hymns, uplifting pop with that ambient sound and some heavy crashing drums. Just try to classify that!

"Romances" is an interesting listen while it's actually on, but with at least half of each song made of gothic ambience, it feels somehow incomplete and insubstantial. A few songs have a solid sound to tap into -- such as the opening song "Invocations" -- but most of them meander with lots of creepy sound effects.

It is a pretty listen, though, with some solid instrumentation in the form of bass, steel guitar, drums, and clarinet, with multilayered washes of sound sweeping over it all. And Patton's mournful wails are suitably creepy, just the sort of thing you'd expect in a haunted castle, abandoned palace, decrepit opera house, or something of the sort.

"Romances" is not exactly a revelation, but it is a moderately entertaining piece of gothic ambient music. Patton and Kaada could have done better, but at least they did well enough.

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