| 1. Ahora |
| 2. Sonora Pal Bailador |
| 3. No Seas Asi |
| 4. Drama |
| 5. Vas Por Ahi |
| 6. Timbalero |
| 7. Night In Tunisia |
| 8. Barra Limpia |
New Heights,Sonora Poncena,Fania,Latin
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Mantras for Madmen
Harry Manx Manufacturer: Dog My Cat Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000BITT1M Release Date: 2005-11-08 |
Tracks:
- Where Fools Die
- San Diego-Tijuana
- The Point Of Purchase
- Never The Twain
- A Single Spark
- You Sweet Name
- Afghani Raga
- It Makes No Difference
- Don't Take His Name Away
- It Takes A Tear
- Nothing Fails Like Success
- Talkin' Turban
Customer Reviews:
Wise words and cool tunes.......2007-03-28
For all the exoticism of the instrumentation, Harry's songs are actually pretty accessible, and like the best songs are a bit mysterious in their actual meaning but give you a feeling that he's really saying something. Don't Take His Name Away is a terrific song about life and death and memory. I wonder who it's about.
Another standout song is A Single Spark, which has the trademark Indian sound mixed with an emotive blues sound and an intriguing, memorable lyric.
There's not a bad song on the album, though It Takes a Tear, a duet with a singer who's not really interesting enough, comes closest to being one you might want to skip past.
I like the production, even though it sounds at times almost too clean and bright for Blues. The production favours the sound of the Indian instruments, and the couple of instrumentals using those instruments sound fantastic.
On the whole, one of the best albums I've heard for some time. I can see I'll be enjoying this one for years to come.
Love it and Love Harry Manx.......2007-01-10
exotic, yet strangely timeless.......2006-05-17
another level for Harry.......2006-01-20
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Pure
Manufacturer: Decca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000TCP9A Release Date: 2003-11-10 |
Tracks:
- Across the Universe of Time
- Never Say Goodbye
- Beat of Your Heart
- Pokarekare Ana
- Who Painted the Moon Black?
- River of Dreams
- Benedictus
- Hine E Hine
- Dark Waltz
- Amazing Grace
- My Heart and I
- In Trutina
- Heaven
- Wuthering Heights
- Pokarekare Ana [*] - Russell Watson, Hayley Westenra
Tracks:
- Silent Night [*]
- Away in a Manger [*]
- Mary Did You Know? [*]
- Mummers' Dance [*]
Album Description
A major artist in her native New Zealand, with a performance portfolio that includes the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra & Russell Watson. Hayley's voice so inspired New Zealand opera diva Dame Malvina Major she offered to tutor her. The first edition of this album was one of the fastest selling records in the classical genre of all time, surpassing even Charlotte Church! This limited edition includes one bonus track on disc one, 'Pokareare Ana' (duet with Russell Watson), & a bonus four track Christmas CD featuring, 'Away In A Manger', 'The Mummers' Dance', 'Mary Did You Know?', & 'Silent Night'. 19 tracks in all. Decca. 2003.Album Details
Limited Edition Version of the Debut Album from New Zealand Singer Hayley Westenra Comes with a Bonus Disc featuring Four Christmas Songs, Including a Version of the Loreena Mckennitt Song "The Mummer's Dance". Also Includes "my Heart and I" which Does Not Appear on the USA Version.Customer Reviews:
Pure beauty.......2005-09-06
The result: "Pure," an album that is reminiscent of early Sarah Brightman, back when she did folk songs and showtunes. Westenra sticks close to her classical sound with songs like the delicate "In Trutina" and the traditional New Zealand song "Pokarekare Ana," which is rendered with the backing of a a rather muddled male chorus and some swelling strings.
However, Westenra doesn't neglect more modern songs, and she does well in classical pop as well as straightforward classical. The big difference seems to be a bit of synth and a delicate guitar melody, in songs like the charming "Beat of Your Heart" and dreamy "Why Painted the Moon Black?" It's a smooth, thoroughly sweet crossover effect.
Westenra also eschews the usual round of classical-pop songs, like "Nella Fantasia." I love that song, but it's been done so many times. Instead, she opts for Maori lullabies, Vivaldi ballads, the neglected "Mummer's Dance" and the orchestral cathedral grandeur of "Benedictus." She even covers Kate Bush's "Wuthering Heights," adding a modern feel to the finale.
That is not to say that every choice is an excellent one. "Wuthering Heights" has Westenra trying to sound more Bush-ian, while "Amazing Grace" is too simple vocally. Aside from those, her choices of song are excellent -- rich, uplifting and beautiful, and backed by a wide range of orchestral musicians, especially the strings.
There is also an accompanying EP, in which Westenra covers four Christmas ballads, and does them all justice. Her vocals are well suited to the dignified lyrics of songs like "The Mummer's Dance" and "Silent Night," although a bit less for the still-lovely "Mary Did You Know" and "Away in a Manger."
Her vocals themselves are not operatic, but they are strong, clear and sweet, without pretensions or dramatic flourishes. The effect is stunning, more given to magic and sweetness than to keeping to classical standards. Since this was recorded when Westenra was only sixteen, one wonders how good she'll be in ten years.
Despite comparisons to Charlotte Church, Hayley Westenra is more like Sarah Brightman -- a sweet-voiced singer, straddling the fence between classical and pop. An enchanting experience.
WHAT A GIFT!.......2004-12-20
Incredible voice - Incredible CD.......2004-04-29
It is an absolutely incredible CD that any music lover should have in their collection. My favorite song is Wuthering Heights.
The Best.......2004-04-27
Charlotte is NO match..........2003-12-15
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An American Composer in Concert
Manufacturer: Tim Janis Ensemble ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00005Q6P0 Release Date: 2001-10-23 |
Tracks:
- Cape Elizabeth
- The Fallen Leaves of Autumn
- Ocean Mist
- Half Moon Bay
- The Edge of September
- Pacific Wind
- Menemsha Harbor
- Light on the Moon
- Sea Rose
- Music of Hope
- Twin Lights
- White Mountains
- Blue Hill Bay
- Seascape
- Cry of the Blue Whale
- Water's Edge
- Ocean Heights
- Flowers in October
- Amazing Grace
Amazon.com
Composer Tim Janis has long straddled the line between contemporary instrumental and classical music. With An American Composer in Concert, he further blurs that line. The first nine tracks of this disc were recorded by the Tim Janis Ensemble in the composer's studio. They're short, majestic, and relaxing instrumentals named after nature themes ("Cape Elizabeth," "The Fallen Leaves of Autumn," "Pacific Wind"). Things pick up slightly during the 10 live tracks that make up the second half of this disc. Recorded at Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center with the American Symphony Orchestra, these tracks feature luxuriant strings, the occasional pennywhistle solo, and one vocal track (a take on "Amazing Grace" with sweeping orchestrations). As with most Janis efforts, there's nothing groundbreaking here, just soothing music and pleasant melodies. --Jason VerlindeCustomer Reviews:
December Morning.......2004-10-17
Splendid Live Performance from Modern Composer Tim Janis.......2003-04-24
The new tracks are a little repetitive in sound, but there is some quality music within them. Where the CD really takes off, however, is in the live section, which features renditions of his favourite pieces ably supported by the American Symphony Orchestra. Stand-out tracks include "Twin Lights", "Water's Edge" and my favourite of all, "Amazing Grace", featuring the powerful voice of Gwendolyn Leathers supported by some fabulous orchestration.
"White Mountain" deserves a mention of its own for its sheer excellence and beauty. Stunning penny-whistle playing!
These live tracks are taken from Janis's previous releases, including the excellent "Water's Edge" and the now unavailable "Flowers in October".
At over 70 minutes in length, you get a lot of music for your money.
If you enjoy melodic, soothing instrumental music played by a symphony orchestra, this CD may well be the one for you.
Highly recommended.
Very good but not excellent.......2002-11-22
An outstanding CD that leaves you wanting more.......2002-03-15
Incredible music from an incredible evening..........2001-11-23
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Wuthering Heights-A Tribute To Alfred Newman
Manufacturer: Koch Int'l Classics ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000001SJM Release Date: 1997-02-18 |
Tracks:
- Wuthering Heights
- Princes Of Foxes
- David And Bathsheba
- Dragonwyck Suite
- Prisoner Of Zenda Suite
- Brigham Young March
Customer Reviews:
Vintage Newman..........2005-03-29
We are then given lesser known selections from the 1930s, 40s era
of Alfred Newmans extraordinary film score output. "Prince of Foxes" the Italian renaissance historical novel wasn't even shot in technicolor, but we are given a marvelous panoramic Newman score, complimenting the period costumes and sets. The seductive theme from "David and Bathsheba" is a bit reminicent of R Straus's "Dance of the Seven Vails" but not as beefy in orchestration nor development. "Dragonwyck" is another gothic piece of dark romanticism, with music focusing on eleagant melody with a touch of saddness. In "Prisoner of Zelda" the regal music grandly depicts the the fictional Kingdom of Ruritania. This score was used in 1937 and again in the 1952 remake. Lastly the march from "Brigham Young" ends this disc with the bold determination in music of the Mormon's trek from Illinois to Utah in 1840, and the setting of their domain.
The New Zealand forces are to be commended for their committed playing along with the cinema sonics captured by the engineers. The liner notes list every score Alfred Newman has written from 1930 to "Airport" in 1970.
Must for Wuthering Heights Fans.......2004-10-04
Wonderful recording of Newman's early music.......2003-08-07
It is, therefore, with trepidation -- and with joy -- that I highly recommend to you Koch International+s "Wuthering Heights: A Tribute to Alfred Newman," Richard Kaufman conducting the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. The program features Wuthering Heights (12:40), Prince of Foxes (13:19), David and Bathsheba (love theme -- 3:44), Dragonwyck (8:43), The Prisoner of Zenda (7:01), and Brigham Young (5:18).
This album was lovingly produced by the late Tony Thomas, and Edward B. Powell's original orchestrations were preserved throughout. The ambient sound on this disc is wonderful and could serve as a standard for other re-recording projects. Not only are the selections representative of Newman's genius as a film composer, they are performed with impassioned fervor -- and with fidelity to tempo and nuance rarely achieved by other interpreters of Newman's work.
The CD begins with a generous suite arranged by Fred Steiner for "Wuthering Heights," encompassing all the major motifs of Newman's score -- Despair - Twin Motives; Cathy's Theme; Wuthering Heights Motive - The Moors; The Children (Wuthering Heights the early days); The Playcastle; Cathy the Fine Young Lady; Isabella; and Edgar Linton - The Grange. Steiner missed nothing in this arrangement -- it is replete with Newman's trademark sounds, all beautifully performed, including ethereal strings evoking the moors and some hauntingly wonderful instrumental solos. (That haunting, almost eerie string effect made equally impressive appearances in such scores as "Song of Bernadette" and "Twelve O'Clock High"). There are passages within this suite that achieve a purity of sound I've rarely heard. As the Cathy theme is restated in the closing moments, a youth choir is used to near-stunning effect. The suite fully realizes the poignancy and staggering intensity of Newman's score and sound. The New Zealand Symphony is a magnificent body of musicians and it is expertly conducted throughout this disc's program.
The wonderful opening selection is a listening experience that, for Newman lovers, should be nearly cathartic. Because of this, it's probably best to take a breather before continuing on to the magnificent presentation of "Prince of Foxes.". This suite was edited by Tony Thomas and Kaufman leads his orchestra from the explosive opening of percussion of the Prelude through the major motifs of Newman's score for this renaissance film. Borgia's Triumphal March will be more familiar to many as the 'Rescue of Demetrius' from "The Robe" (and it was originally
written for "Hunchback of Notre Dame"), but as is true of all Newman's cross-referenced works, the piece takes on new life with gorgeously different and striking orchestrations. The sequence beginning with Theme Development and continuing through to the end is a stunning orchestral conversation, starting in the flutes, then taken up by cello and violin, interrupted by fanfare, then taken back over by the string section which engages in a wonderful counterpoint exercise. The suite ends majestically with an organ leading into a restatement of the main theme and concluding with full orchestra fortissimo.
The shortest selection in this program is a mesmerizing reading of Newman's love theme from "David and Bathsheba." There are more than 3 minutes of Newman's music here and each second is a gem. It begins with the strings shimmering through the sensual seductive phrases of both the film's main title and Bathsheba's bath scene and segues into a gorgeous reading of the love motif (known in some quarters as 'Rapture of Love') in which the NZO is so beautifully in control that it seems to caress the notes as it weaves a spell. It is contemplative, soulful and searingly heartfelt.
The "Dragonwyck" suite, edited by Tony Thomas, begins with Main Title and Opening, in which the orchestra explodes into a foreboding, gothic maelstrom of sound and then segues into a jaunty, lilting tune. The Dragonwyck theme follows and has a plaintive, yearning quality that evolves into a beautiful light waltz (The Wells Family). The music turns sinister in Miranda, with high strings in a mysterioso passage. Dr. Turner closes the suite (and possibly the film?) with a somber, plaintive restatement of the Dragonwyck theme in the strings and then a full orchestral conclusion.
"The Prisoner of Zenda" is one of the best movies ever made and Newman's score to this film is one of the finest ever written. Arranged by Christopher Palmer -- and titled "A Ruritanian Rhapsody for Orchestra" -- Kaufman and the NZO give this music a robust, rapturous reading, complete with fanfares and ariations -- from tender to majestic -- of the regal main theme which serves double duty as a theme of dynastic tradition and as a love theme. There is also swashbuckling bravado representing the rescue of the Prince, the sword fight and the escape of Rupert of Hentzau. This score, in fact, served notice that Alfred Newman not only greatly admired Erich Wolfang Korngold, but could hold his own writing in the Korngoldian style. "Zenda" is a Newman score that deserves to be recorded in its entirety, but this suite beautifully captures many of its highlights. I wanted much more, but this will do.
The final selection is the rousing "Brigham Young: A Symphonic March,." adapted and arranged by Fred Steiner "from The March, 'The Trek,' and the hymn tune by William W. Phelps 'the Spirit of Gold like a fire is burning.'" (from the booklet notes). There is a wonderful "pioneer" flavor to this robust march, and it is a rhythmic crowd-pleaser.
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New Exclusive Olympic Heights
Porn Sword Tobacco Manufacturer: City Centre Offices ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000PC0U76 Release Date: 2007-07-10 |
Tracks:
- Tools for Trains
- Den Rose Sporten
- Giftwrap Yourself, Slowly
- Copyright the Universe
- Ljus, Den Yttersta Gn
- Cubical Fever
- Comme-Il-Faut (6 )
- En Hyllning Till Cyckeln
- My Lovely Wife Becky
- Do the Astrowaltz
- Hierarkisk Symmetri Och Romantik
- Pappa! Min Kek Gravid
- U. S Saloon Props 41/59
- Vingar Av Sv
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A Beautiful Friendship
Lenore Raphael Manufacturer: Swingin' Fox Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00092FHMU Release Date: 2005-01-15 |
Tracks:
- A Beautiful Friendship
- I Love You
- Alone Together
- Like Someone in Love
- W'll Be Together Again
- Stella By Starlight
- Darn That Dream
- Jordu
- Let It Go
Product Description
A Beautiful Friendship is a wonderful, swinging mainstream/bebop piano trio album. Pianist Lenore Raphael has the ability to create new tunes out of timeless standards and make them fresh and her own. The album title reflects the relationship between the musicians. The interplay between the piano, bass and drums tells us that these are three people who have worked together often and enjoy the ride. Ballads are pure emotion; up tempo tunes are swinging and full of joy.
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Weill: From Berlin to Broadway
Manufacturer: Pearl ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000000WQ7 Release Date: 1996-01-23 |
Tracks:
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Ballade von angenehmen Legen - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Zweiter Dreigroschenfinale: Ballade uber die Frage, 'wovon lebt der Mensch?' - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Die Songs der Dreigroschenoper: Seerauber - Jenny - Kanonensong - Liebeslied - Barbarasong - Tango-Ballade - Ballade von angenehmen Leben - Lied von der Unzulanglichikeit menslichen Strebens - Moritat von Mackie Messer - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Overture - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Moritat von Mackie Messer - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Ballade von angenehmen Leben - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Liebeslied - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Kanonensong - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Seerauber - Jenny - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Ernster Dreigroschenfinale - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Barbarasong - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Eifersuchtsduett - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Abschied ... Zweiter Dreigroshenfinale - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Zuhalterballade - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Lied von der Unzullichkeit menschlichen Strebens - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Moritat - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Schlusschoral - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Moritat von Mackie Messer - K. Weill
- Die Dreigroschenoper: Lied von der Unzulanglichkeit menslichen Strebens - K. Weill
- Kleine Dreigroschenmusik: Moritat von Mackie Messer - K. Weill
- Kleine Dreigroschenmusik: Die Ballade von angenehmen Leben - K. Weill
- Kleine Dreigroschenmusik: Tango - Ballade - K. Weill
- Kleine Dreigroschenmusik: Kanonensong - K. Weill
- Happy End: Bilbao Song - K. Weill
- Aufstieg und Fall der Stadt Mahagonny: Alabama Song - K. Weill
- Mahagonny - Excerpts: Auf nach Mahagonny - Alabama Song - Ach, bedenken Sie, Herr Jakob Schmidt...Havana Song - Wunderbar ist das Heraufkommen des Abends - Ihr habt gelernt das Cocktail-Abc - Erstens, vergesst nicht, kommt das Fressen - Meine Herren, m... - K. Weill
- Der Silbersee: Das Lied von Schlaraffenland - K. Weill
- Der Silbersee: Der Backer backt ums Morgenrot - K. Weill
- Knickerbocker Holiday: September Song - K. Weill
Tracks:
- Knickerbocker Holiday: The Scars - Kurt Weill
- Lady In The Dark: Glamour Music Medley Including: Oh Fabulous One - Huxley - Girl Of The Moment - Kurt Weill
- Lady In The Dark: One Life To Live - Kurt Weill
- Lady In The Dark: This Is New - Kurt Weill
- Lady In The Dark: The Princess Of Pure Delight - Kurt Weill
- Lady In The Dark: It's Never Too Late To Mendelssohn - Kurt Weill
- Lady In The Dark: Tchaikovsky (And Other Russians) - Kurt Weill
- Lady In The Dark: The Saga Of Jenny - Kurt Weill
- Lady In The Dark: My Ship - Kurt Weill
- One Touch of Venus: I'm A Stranger Here Myself - Kurt Weill
- One Touch of Venus: Ballet: Forty Minutes For Lunch - Kurt Weill
- One Touch of Venus: Westwind - Kurt Weill
- One Touch of Venus: Foolish Heart - Kurt Weill
- One Touch of Venus: The Trouble With Women - Kurt Weill
- One Touch of Venus: Speak Low - Kurt Weill
- One Touch of Venus: That's Him - Kurt Weill
- One Touch of Venus: Wooden Wedding - Kurt Weill
- One Touch of Venus: Ballet: Venus In Ozone Heights - Kurt Weill
- One Touch of Venus: Finaletto: Speak Low - Kurt Weill
- Six Songs By Kurt Weill Interpreted By Lotte Lenya: Ulysses Africanus: Lost In The Stars - Kurt Weill
- Six Songs By Kurt Weill Interpreted By Lotte Lenya: Ulysses Africanus: Lover Man - Kurt Weill
- Six Songs By Kurt Weill Interpreted By Lotte Lenya: Marie Galante: J'attends un navire - Kurt Weill
- Six Songs By Kurt Weill Interpreted By Lotte Lenya: Complainte del a Seine - Kurt Weill
- Six Songs By Kurt Weill Interpreted By Lotte Lenya: Happy End: Surabaya Johnny - Kurt Weill
- Six Songs By Kurt Weill Interpreted By Lotte Lenya: Aufstieg und Fall der Stadt Mahagonny: Den wie man sich bettet - Kurt Weill
Customer Reviews:
Brecht sings!.......2003-02-02
Some good, some bad, all Weill........2003-01-02
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Can't Wait
Mira Manufacturer: Mira Tabasinske Recordings ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000CAFUZI Release Date: 2005-10-18 |
Tracks:
- Freedom's Will
- I Suppose
- Aim To Choose
- Work
- Too Much of You
- Watch Yourself
- Lonely
- Ball
- That's All Right
- Summertime (Remixed)
Product Description
New York-based artist, Mira infuses her debut album with inflections of soul, urban beats, and strong, emotional lyrics, reaching beyond r&b and trip-hop to achieve new and mesmerizing heights with her powerful, entrancing voice. "The delicate voice and straightforward lyricism of this Seattle-born, New York-based chanteuse pushes the downtempo, trip-hoppy production into the dreamy realm of Zero 7 and Morcheeba" - VIBE magazine, February 2006Customer Reviews:
Mira is DEFINITELY a rising star!.......2006-07-28
amazing.......2006-05-16
Music That Rocks.......2006-04-21
lovin' it!.......2006-04-18
Awesome!.......2006-04-12
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Heights
Rick Germanson Manufacturer: Fs New Talent ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00009L55H Release Date: 2004-11-16 |
Tracks:
- Game Theory
- Tune-Up
- Heights
- Lover
- Susan's Waltz
- Smokehouse Blues
- April Mambo
- Pannonica
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100% Essential New York Disco
Crown Heights Affair Manufacturer: Union ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00009Q032 Release Date: 2003-06-16 |
Tracks:
- Galaxy Of Love
- You Gave Me Love
- Dance Lady Dance
- Dreaming A Dream
- Im Gonna Love You Forever
- Foxy Lady
- Dancin
- Searching For Love
- Far Out
- Say A Prayer For Two
- Somebody Tell Me What To Do
- Every Beat Of My Heart
- Sure Shot
Album Description
2003 compilation for the 70s/80s funk disco 8-man combo. 13 classic floor-fillers all in their full-length disco versions. Includes unique foldout booklet with a history of the band & track by track commentary. Metro/Union Square.Album Details
13 track compilation.Customer Reviews:
Essential 70s Disco.......2006-01-19
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