Troubadour

Track Listings
1. Variations on an Anatolian Folk Song by Carlo Domeniconi ("Uzun ince bir yoldayim" by Asik Veysel)    
2. Gigue (from Suite for Guitar) by Anthony Newman    
3. Shenandoah by Robert Beaser    
4. Misionera by Fernando Bustamante, Arranged by Jorge Morel    
5. Fantaisie Hongroise op.65, no.1 by Johann Kaspar Mertz    
6. Sonata: Ondas do Mar de Vigo by Christopher Pratorius Introducción y Danza (Sonata 1st movement)    
7. Sonata: Ondas do Mar de Vigo by Christopher Pratorius Canto (Sonata 2nd movement)    
8. Sonata: Ondas do Mar de Vigo by Christopher Pratorius Estudio (Sonata 3rd movement)    

Editorial Reviews
Album Description
In the troubadour tradition, travelling musicians carried news and culture from one region to the other. For those of us not lucky enough to catch modern troubadour Mesut Özgen’s multi-sensory performances, his first solo release lets us in on the news. Özgen is widely known for making classical guitar accessible to a wide-range of music lovers. Troubadour is no exception, offering compositions inspired by Spanish, Turkish, American, Hungarian, Argentinean and Indian folk musics. Featuring compositions by Carlo Domeniconi, Anthony Newman, and the prolific Christopher Pratorius.

Troubadour, Music, Domeniconi, Beaser, Mertz, Pratorius, Bustamante, Newman, Mesut Ozgen, Folk Inspired Classical Guitar -- from Turkey to South America.
Troubadour: The Definitive Collection 1964-1976
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Donovan Rules!!
  • Definitive seems to be an overused word for "Epic" these days.
  • Really A Best of the Best Donovon
  • A fine introduction to the work of Donovan
  • Um... not a huge fan
Troubadour: The Definitive Collection 1964-1976
Donovan
Manufacturer: Sony
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ASIN: B0000027GB
Release Date: 1996-10-29

Tracks:

  1. London Town
  2. Codine
  3. Catch The Wind
  4. Universal Soldier
  5. Colours
  6. Sunshine Superman
  7. Season Of The Witch
  8. The Trip
  9. Guinevere
  10. Breezes Of Patchulie
  11. Museum
  12. Super Lungs
  13. Mellow Yellow
  14. Writer In The Sun
  15. Sand And Foam
  16. Sunny South Kensington
  17. Epistle To Dippy
  18. There Is A Mountain
  19. Wear Your Love Like Heaven
  20. Oh Gosh
  21. The Tinker And The Crab
  22. Poor Cow

Tracks:

  1. Hurdy Gurdy Man
  2. Jennifer Juniper
  3. Teen Angel
  4. Lalena
  5. To Susan On The West Coast Waiting
  6. Atlantis
  7. Barabajagal
  8. Happiness Runs
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  16. I Like You
  17. Yellow Star
  18. Rock And Roll Souljer
  19. The Quest
  20. Age Of Treason
  21. What The Soul Desires
  22. Dark-Eyed Blue Jean Angel

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Heaven knows, the Scotsman born Donovan Leitch was ripe for ridicule, even when he was hitting the charts with regularity. He was the ultimate flower child, and his airier pronouncements made cynics want to tighten up those love beads around his neck. Listening to Troubadour, however, it's striking how versatile, melodic, and agreeable most of his material sounds decades after "Mellow Yellow" has faded into a jaundiced yellow. Clearly under the sway of Bob Dylan early on in his career, Donovan nevertheless was capable of directing his reverence into something as enchanting as "Catch the Wind." Amping up as the '60s progressed, he assembled a series of psychedelic-pop classics, including "Season of the Witch," the "Hey Jude"-like sing-along "Atlantis," and the uncharacteristically driving "Hurdy Gurdy Man" (the latter features three-quarters of what was to become Led Zeppelin providing stellar support). This two-disc anthology may be more Donovan than some desire, but the booklet, seven previously unreleased tracks, and expansive perspective it provides makes it a more-than-worthy overview for those who take their paisley folk-rock with a beatific smile. --Steven Stolder

Album Description

Features 21 total tracks including 'Mellow Jellow', 'Jennifer Juniper', 'Colours', 'Riki Tiki Tavi', 'Hurdy Gurdy Man', 'There Is A Mountain', 'Atlantis' and more. Epic. 2005.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Donovan Rules!!.......2007-05-22

If you remember this era in time, you will love this CD by one of the greatest folk artists from the sixties. This is a classic CD of the most beautiful music of that time and it still is beautiful today. I love Donovan!!

4 out of 5 stars Definitive seems to be an overused word for "Epic" these days........2007-04-24

The compilers for this compilation didn't always pick the best non-hit tracks: Where's "Get thy Bearings" or "The River Song" from Hurdy Gurdy Man? Or, "Someone's Singing" from Wear Your Love Like Heaven? Or, amazingly not included: "Young Girl Blues" or "Hampstead Incident" from Mellow Yellow? I can probably add to this many more songs that are essential that weren't included .... "Bert's Blues" from Sunshine Superman, for example. Meanwhile, some of the songs included I've considered kind of un-definitive (e.g., "Writer In the Sun" or "Oh Gosh") -- also, although it was a hit, "Jennifer Juniper"'s kind of dull to me. Basically what I'm saying is this: Don't write off this musical Eastern mystic from the West too soon based merely on the selection choices on this compilation. He wrote and performed many good songs during these years -- not necessarily just these. Donovan deserves better than this compilation, imhumbleo -- but for the price offered, it's agreeable barter at least.

5 out of 5 stars Really A Best of the Best Donovon.......2007-01-21

DONOVON emerged from the folk scene with Sunshine Superman, one of his best recordings. His music can be divided in two basic modes: the simplicity of valued human relationships & a new interpretation of mythic themes. The selected CD TROUPADOUR is the definitive collection of his early to more current work. SUNSHINE SUPERMAN includes such classic Donovan as Legend of a Girl Child Linda, Mellow Yellow, and Season of the Witch.

Donovan's Greatest Hits
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5 out of 5 stars A fine introduction to the work of Donovan.......2006-09-20

As one who has owned copies of Greatest Hits (both the original CD release and the expanded remaster from 1999), this comp and the 3-CD Try for the Sun box, I have to admit there has yet to be a Donovan anthology that truly does justice to the man's catalogue, as each one seems to exclude one track or another that a fan would want to have there. These, however, are such minor quibbles as to be truly insignificant. Greatest Hits is perfect for the casual fan looking for Don's classic-era songs; Troubadour gives us a complete overview of his decade with Epic plus the two years preceding it in which he cemented his reputation as a Scots Woody Guthrie; while Try for the Sun is for the true completist.

I first bought this set when it was released and there were few enough Donovan CDs to be had; Sony had only seen fit to put Sunshine Superman, Hurdy Gurdy Man, Barabajagal and Greatest Hits out, and sad to say, they are still woefully deficient in their reissue of his catalogue (although Troubadour forgave a multitude of sins, as the Try for the Sun box has also done). Troubadour gives you two wonderful Donovan demos, "London Town" (Don's take on Tim Hardin's "Green Rocky Road") and "Cod'ine" (an early anti-drug song, and one of two Buffy Sainte-Marie songs Don covered, the other being the more famous "Universal Soldier," also included here), and his three hit singles for Pye/Hickory: "Catch the Wind," "Colours" and the aforementioned "Universal Soldier." From there, it launches full-on into his Epic years (1966-76); for me, this collection truly opened my eyes to all Don's music, and the rarities were often the most revealing as to his talents. "Breezes of Patchulie," an outtake from the Sunshine Superman sessions, was nothing like its title would suggest--not some hippie dream, but real folkish angst with sitar and violin to add some colour. A decent selection of songs from the Mellow Yellow LP and A Gift From a Flower to a Garden, which hadn't been available at that point, plus tracks from Open Road, Cosmic Wheels, Essence to Essence, 7-Tease and Slow Down World, all of which had been out of print at the time, were also welcome additions, and only Don's best songs (no embarrassments like the oft-cited "Intergalactic Laxative"--even the title is embarrassing) were included. Of the later rarities, "What the Soul Desires" was my favourite, and one I still play for myself on my guitar even now.

In 1992, this was a much-needed career overview of Donovan's work; even now, in 2006, it's the best set of classic Donovan tracks. For the completist or rabid Donovan fan, I would recommend the box set Try for the Sun, as it gives you loads of rarities and tracks otherwise only available on imports (e.g. the HMS Donovan album, never given a US release) and dares to cover his comebacks (a track each from the Rick Rubin-produced Sutras from 1996 and 2004's Beat Cafe, which I also recommend highly), plus adding the film There Is an Ocean on DVD. But for those wanting more than just the obvious hits, but less than a real vault-raider, Troubadour is just what the doctor ordered.

1 out of 5 stars Um... not a huge fan.......2006-09-12

I love folk music, folk rock, and any genre that is even remotely related, but I have to say that I am disappointed with this collection. There were only three songs worth noting - Catch The Wind, London Town, and What The Soul Desires - that were any good. The rest of the songs were musically well executed, but the lyrics and themes were just shy of idiotic. I ordered this set just to get Catch The Wind, so I guess I can't say I'm upset by it, but I guess I'm just thinking that perhaps Donovan may just be a bit overrated as far as this genre is concerned. He's got a good sound and a good voice, but his lyrics are a bit on the stupid side. Now, if you could give his melodic voice to Bob Dylan or Dylan's song writing ability to him, then we'll have something.
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ASIN: B00012QLSW
Release Date: 2003-12-09

Tracks:

  1. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 1 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  2. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 1 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  3. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 1 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  4. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 4 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  5. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 4 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  6. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 4 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  7. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 5 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  8. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 5 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  9. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 5 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  10. Concerto for Two Pianos, Strings and Continuo in C Major BWV 1061: ... - Julia Ganev, Konstantin Ganev, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  11. Concerto for Two Pianos, Strings and Continuo in C Major BWV 1061: ... - Julia Ganev, Konstantin Ganev, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  12. Concerto for Two Pianos, Strings and Continuo in C Major BWV 1061: ... - Julia Ganev, Konstantin Ganev, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble

Tracks:

  1. Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K.467 Elvira Madigan: Allegro - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble
  2. Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K.467 Elvira Madigan: Andante - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble
  3. Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K.467 Elvira Madigan: Andante ... - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble
  4. Piano Concerto No. 17 in G Major, K.453: Allegro - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble
  5. Piano Concerto No. 17 in G Major, K.453: Andante - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble
  6. Piano Concerto No. 17 in G Major, K.453: Allegretto - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble

Tracks:

  1. Piano Sonata in a Major K.331: Andante Grazioso: Thema/Variation 1 - Margarete Babinsky
  2. Piano Sonata in a Major K.331: Menuetto - Margarete Babinsky
  3. Piano Sonata in a Major K.331: Alla Turca (Allegretto) - Margarete Babinsky
  4. Piano Sonata in F Major K.332: Allegro - Margarete Babinsky
  5. Piano Sonata in F Major K.332: Adagio - Margarete Babinsky
  6. Piano Sonata in F Major K.332: Allegro Assai - Margarete Babinsky
  7. Piano Sonata in C Major K.330: Allegro Moderato - Margarete Babinsky
  8. Piano Sonata in C Major K.330: Andante Cantabile - Margarete Babinsky
  9. Piano Sonata in C Major K.330: Allegretto - Margarete Babinsky
  10. 12 Variations K.265: Ah, Vous Dirai-Je, Maman: Theme/Variation ... - Margarete Babinsky

Tracks:

  1. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Allegro - Capella Coloniensis, Maria Luisa Tanzini
  2. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Larghetto - Capella Coloniensis, Maria Luisa Tanzini
  3. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Rondo - Allegro - Capella Coloniensis, Maria Luisa Tanzini
  4. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Major: Allegro Moderato - Nicolai Evrov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  5. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Major: Adagio Cantabile - Nicolai Evrov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  6. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Major: Rondo - Presto - Nicolai Evrov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  7. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Allegro Con Spirito - Ivan Drenikov, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  8. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Adagio E Cantabile - Ivan Drenikov, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  9. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Presto - Ivan Drenikov, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble

Tracks:

  1. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 5 in E Flat Major Op. 73 Emperor: - Anton Dikov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  2. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 5 in E Flat Major Op. 73 Emperor: - Anton Dikov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  3. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 5 in E Flat Major Op. 73 Emperor: - Anton Dikov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  4. Overture Coriolan Op.62 - Dresdner Philharmonic
  5. Overture Leonore No.2, Op.72 - Dresdner Philharmonic

Tracks:

  1. Op.13, No. 8 in C Minor Pathetique: Grave - Allegro - Di Molto E ... - Istvan Szekely
  2. Op.13, No. 8 in C Minor Pathetique: Adagio Cantabile - Istvan Szekely
  3. Op.13, No. 8 in C Minor Pathetique: Rondo - Allegro - Istvan Szekely
  4. Op.27, No. 14 in C Sharp Minor Moonlight: Adagio Sostenuto - Istvan Szekely
  5. Op.27, No. 14 in C Sharp Minor Moonlight: Allegretto - Istvan Szekely
  6. Op.27, No. 14 in C Sharp Minor Moonlight: Presto Agitato - Istvan Szekely
  7. Op.57, No. 23 in F Minor Appassionata: Allegro Assai - Istvan Szekely
  8. Op.57, No. 23 in F Minor Appassionata: Andante Con Moto - Istvan Szekely
  9. Op.57, No. 23 in F Minor Appassionata: Allegro Ma Non Troppo - Presto - Istvan Szekely
  10. Rondo a Capriccio Op.129: Die Wut er Den Verlorenen - Jennd

Tracks:

  1. Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op.11: Allegro Maestoso - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Sandor Falvai
  2. Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op.11: Romanze. Larghetto - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Sandor Falvai
  3. Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op.11: Rondo. Vivace - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Sandor Falvai
  4. Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op.21: Maestoso - Adam Harasiewicz, Warsaw Philharmonic National Orchestra Of Poland
  5. Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op.21: Larghetto - Adam Harasiewicz, Warsaw Philharmonic National Orchestra Of Poland
  6. Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op.21: Allegro Vivace - Adam Harasiewicz, Warsaw Philharmonic National Orchestra Of Poland

Tracks:

  1. Piano Sonata No. 2 in B Flat Minor Op.35: Grave - Doppio Movimento [Liv - Ivo Pogoreuch
  2. Piano Sonata No. 2 in B Flat Minor Op.35: Scherzo [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch
  3. Piano Sonata No. 2 in B Flat Minor Op.35: Marche Fune. Lento [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch
  4. Piano Sonata No. 2 in B Flat Minor Op.35: Finale. Presto [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch
  5. Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor Op.58: Allegro Maestoso [Live] - Garrick Ohlsson
  6. Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor Op.58: Molto Vivace [Live] - Garrick Ohlsson
  7. Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor Op.58: Largo [Live] - Garrick Ohlsson
  8. Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor Op.58: Presto Ma Non Tanto [Live] - Garrick Ohlsson
  9. Mazurkas Op.59: No. 1 in a Minor [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch
  10. Mazurkas Op.59: No. 2 in a Flat [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch
  11. Mazurkas Op.59: No. 3 in F Sharp [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch

Tracks:

  1. Nocturne in B Major Op.9, No. 3 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  2. Etude in G Flat Major Op.10, No. 5 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  3. Etude in B Minor Op.25, No. 1 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  4. Scherzo No. 1 in B Minor Op. 20 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  5. Scherzo No. 2 in B Flat Minor Op. 31 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  6. Waltz No. 1 in E Flat Major Op. 18 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  7. Four Mazurkas Op.24: No. 1 in G Minor [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  8. Four Mazurkas Op.24: No. 2 in C Major [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  9. Four Mazurkas Op.24: No. 3 in a Flat Major [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  10. Four Mazurkas Op.24: No. 4 in B Flat Minor [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  11. Four Mazurkas Op.30: No. 1 in C Minor [Live] - Kemal Gekic
  12. Four Mazurkas Op.30: No. 2 in B Minor [Live] - Kemal Gekic
  13. Four Mazurkas Op.30: No. 3 in D Flat Major [Live] - Kemal Gekic
  14. Four Mazurkas Op.30: No. 4 in C Sharp Minor [Live] - Kemal Gekic

Tracks:

  1. Piano Concerto in a Minor Op.54: Allegro Affettuoso - Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Heidrun Holtman
  2. Piano Concerto in a Minor Op.54: Intermezzo. Andantino Grazioso - Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Heidrun Holtman
  3. Piano Concerto in a Minor Op.54: Allegro Vivace - Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Heidrun Holtman
  4. Introduction and Allegro Appassionato Op.92 - Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Heidrun Holtman
  5. Concerto Allegro With Introduction Op.134 - Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Heidrun Holtman

Tracks:

  1. Rustle of Spring Op.32, No.6 - Jennd
  2. Novelette in F Major Op.21, No.1 - Jennd
  3. Songs Without Words: E Major Op.19, No.1 - Jennd
  4. Songs Without Words: F Sharp Minor Op.30, No.6 - Jennd
  5. Songs Without Words: Duetto in F Major Op.38, No.6 - Jennd
  6. Songs Without Words: G Major Op.62, No.1 - Jennd
  7. Songs Without Words: Spring Song in a Major Op.62, No.6 - Jennd
  8. Intermezzo in a Major, Op.76, No.6 - Jennd
  9. Intermezzo in a Minor Op.76, No.7 - Jennd
  10. Intermezzo in a Major Op.118, No.2 - Jennd
  11. Intermezzo in E Flat Minor Op.118, No.6 - Jennd
  12. Lyric Pieces: Arietta Op.12, No.1 - Jennd
  13. Lyric Pieces: Folkevise Op.12, No.5 - Jennd
  14. Lyric Pieces: Butterfly Op.43, No.1 - Jennd
  15. Lyric Pieces: To Spring Op.43, No.6 - Jennd
  16. Lyric Pieces: Notturno Op.54, No.4 - Jennd
  17. Lyric Pieces: Bryllupsdag Pa Troldhaugen Op.65, No.6 - Jennd
  18. Saisons Op.37b, No. 6 Juin Barcarolle - Jennd
  19. Chant Sans Paroles: Souvenir de Hapsal Op.2, No.3 - Jennd
  20. Melody in F Op.3, No.1 - Jennd
  21. Humoresque in G Flat Major Op.101, No.7 - Jennd

Tracks:

  1. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Theme: Andante - Jennd
  2. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Variation 1 - Jennd
  3. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Variation 2 - Jennd
  4. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Variation 3 - Jennd
  5. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Variation 4 - Jennd
  6. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Variation 5 - Jennd
  7. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Pito - Jennd
  8. 6 Moments Musicaux D.780: No. 1 in C Major - Jennd
  9. 6 Moments Musicaux D.780: No. 2 in a Flat Major - Jennd
  10. 6 Moments Musicaux D.780: No. 6 in F Minor - Jennd
  11. 4 Impromptus D.899: No. 1 in C Minor - Jennd
  12. 4 Impromptus D.899: No. 2 in E Flat Major - Jennd
  13. 4 Impromptus D.899: No. 3 in G Flat Major - Jennd
  14. 4 Impromptus D.899: No. 4 in a Flat Major - Jennd

Tracks:

  1. Sonata in a Major D.959: Allegro - Michael Endres
  2. Sonata in a Major D.959: Andantino - Michael Endres
  3. Sonata in a Major D.959: Scherzo: Allegro Vivace - Michael Endres
  4. Sonata in a Major D.959: Rondo: Allegretto - Michael Endres
  5. Sonata in B Flat Major D.960: Molto Moderato - Michael Endres
  6. Sonata in B Flat Major D.960: Andante Sostenuto - Michael Endres
  7. Sonata in B Flat Major D.960: Scherzo: Allegro Vivace - Michael Endres
  8. Sonata in B Flat Major D.960: Allegro Ma Non Troppo - Michael Endres

Tracks:

  1. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 1 in B Flat Minor Op.23: ... - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Jennd
  2. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 1 in B Flat Minor Op.23: ... - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Jennd
  3. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 1 in B Flat Minor Op.23: ... - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Jennd
  4. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in a Minor Op.16: Allegro Molto ... - Daniel Gerard, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin
  5. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in a Minor Op.16: Adagio - Daniel Gerard, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin
  6. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in a Minor Op.16: Allegro Molto E ... - Daniel Gerard, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin

Tracks:

  1. Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Flat Major Op.83: Allegro Non Troppo - Dimitris Sgouros, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  2. Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Flat Major Op.83: Allegro Appassionato - Dimitris Sgouros, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  3. Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Flat Major Op.83: Andante - Dimitris Sgouros, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  4. Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Flat Major Op.83: Allegro Giocoso - Dimitris Sgouros, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra

Tracks:

  1. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Adagio ... - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  2. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Allegro Agitato ... - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  3. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Allegro Moderato - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  4. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Allegro Deciso - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  5. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Marziale, Un ... - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  6. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Allegro Animato - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  7. Fantasy on Hungarian Folk-Tunes - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  8. Polonaise Brillante (After Weber) - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  9. Fantasy on Weber's FreischVilmos Fischer

Tracks:

  1. Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Allegro Giusto, Nel Modo ...
  2. Pictures at an Exhibition: Gnomus. Sempre Vivo
  3. Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Moderato Commodo Assai E Con ...
  4. Pictures at an Exhibition: Il Vechhio Castello (The Old Castle) . ...
  5. Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Moderato Non Tanto, Pesamente
  6. Pictures at an Exhibition: Tuileries. Allegretto Non Troppo, ...
  7. Pictures at an Exhibition: Bydlo. Sempre Moderato, Pesante
  8. Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Tranquillo
  9. Pictures at an Exhibition: Ballet of the Chickens in Their Shells. ...
  10. Pictures at an Exhibition: Samuel Goldenberg and Schmuyle. ...
  11. Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Allegro Giusto, Nel Modo ...
  12. Pictures at an Exhibition: Limoges. Le MarchThe Market Place) . ...
  13. Pictures at an Exhibition: Catacombae. Sepulcrum Romanum. Largo
  14. Pictures at an Exhibition: Cum Mortuis in Lingua Mortua. Adante ...
  15. Pictures at an Exhibition: The Hut on Fowls' Legs - Baba-Yaga. Allegro
  16. Pictures at an Exhibition: The Great Gate of Kiev - Allegro Alla ...
  17. Three Intermezzos Op.117: Intermezzo in E Flat Major. Andante Moderato
  18. Three Intermezzos Op.117: Intermezzo in B Flat Minor. Andante Non ...
  19. Three Intermezzos Op.117: Intermezzo in C Sharp Minor. Andante Con ...
  20. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 1 Intermezzo in a Minor (Allegro Non Assai)
  21. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 2 Intermezzo in a Major (Andante Teneramente)
  22. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 3 Ballad in G Minor (Allegro Energico)
  23. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 4 Intermezzo in F Minor (Andante - Allegretto
  24. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 5 Romance in F Major (Andante - ...)
  25. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 6 Intermezzo in E Flat Minor (Andante, ...)

Tracks:

  1. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 2 in C Minor Op.18: Moderato - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov
  2. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 2 in C Minor Op.18: Adagio ... - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov
  3. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 2 in C Minor Op.18: Allegro ... - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov
  4. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Minor Op.40: Allegro ... - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov
  5. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Minor Op.40: Largo - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov
  6. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Minor Op.40: Allegro ... - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov

Tracks:

  1. Prde Op.3, No.2 - Margarete Babinsky
  2. Mdie Op.3, No.3 - Margarete Babinsky
  3. Polichinelle Op.3, No.4 - Margarete Babinsky
  4. Moment Musical Op.16, No.3 - Margarete Babinsky
  5. Moment Musical Op.16, No.5 - Margarete Babinsky
  6. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op.42 - Margarete Babinsky
  7. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  8. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  9. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  10. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  11. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  12. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  13. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  14. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  15. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  16. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  17. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  18. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  19. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  20. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  21. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  22. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  23. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  24. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  25. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  26. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  27. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  28. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  29. Prde Op.23, No.5 - Margarete Babinsky

Tracks:

  1. Rhapsody in Blue - Cle Ousset, , Radio Symphony Orchestra of Stuttgart
  2. Concerto in F for Piano and Orchestra: Allegro - Cle Ousset, , Radio Symphony Orchestra of Stuttgart
  3. Concerto in F for Piano and Orchestra: Adagio. Andante Con Moto - Cle Ousset, , Radio Symphony Orchestra of Stuttgart
  4. Concerto in F for Piano and Orchestra: Allegro Agitato - Cle Ousset, , Radio Symphony Orchestra of Stuttgart
  5. American in Paris - Cle Ousset, , Radio Symphony Orchestra of Stuttgart

Album Description

This amazing 20-CD set truly is the ultimate piano collection! With over 20 hours of the greatest piano classics, from Mozart's priceless Piano Concertos and Sonatas to Gershwin's legendary Rhapsody in Blue, this set is a must have for everyone's collection. So sit back, relax and drift away on the beautiful melodic waves of classical piano at its very best.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Ultimate music for every time of day and every mood.......2007-07-03

With 20 CDs in the collection, we have classical music for every mood and atime of day.

4 out of 5 stars Would give 5 stars if sound quality where better.......2007-06-30

This Classical collection is one of great length and breadth ,and is well worth purchasing ,if you want an abundance of music at a low price.The sound quality is decent,however it is not great.This set will not provide you with the crisp,clear sound quality of a RCA,CBS or other well known label,so some classical aficionados may not appreciate it much.It all depends on what your looking for ,I guess.

5 out of 5 stars Great collection for a great price.......2007-06-27

I did not expect much in buying this collection, but I was greatly surpeised. There were no reviews of the product at the time, and I bought the collection simply as a sampler of many great piano pieces. Most of the recordings are exquisite and of decent recording quality. This collection was well worth the price.

5 out of 5 stars 20 Fabulous Discs.......2007-06-08

I am surprised that this set has been out for 4 years and nobody reviewed it here yet. This is a lovely and occasionally amazing compilation. I was moved by many of the compositions. I really enhanced my classical music collection with this set. You have so many legends here to enjoy, from Bach to Brahms, Mozart to Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninov, Gershwin, and more. If you love classical piano music and don't already have most of these works then this is a must buy for you. The price may go up, but I was fortunate to cash in on the $17.97 price. Quite a bargain for 20 fabulous discs.
Troubadour
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • 36 minutes isn't enough
  • This album saved my life....
  • Sugar for heart
  • it dont get no better
  • desert island disc
Troubadour
J.J. Cale
Manufacturer: Fontana Island
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000001F2M
Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

  1. Hey Baby
  2. Travelin' Light
  3. You Got Something
  4. Ride Me High
  5. Hold On
  6. Cocaine
  7. I'm A Gypsy Man
  8. The Woman That Got Away
  9. Super Blue
  10. Let Me Do It To You
  11. Cherry
  12. You Got Me So Bad

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars 36 minutes isn't enough .......2007-03-09

v. good music, but this CD should have been issued as a double with another LP-length recording. as it is, 36 minutes is just too short, especially on a format that can accommodate double that volume. more and more of the early jazz recordings are being issued as doubles on a single CD, and Mercury should do the same with JJ Cale, rather than slicing the cake so thinly.

5 out of 5 stars This album saved my life...........2006-11-20

Stuck on the tarmac for fives hours in Abu Dubai. Then JJ tells me, Travelin' light- it's the only way to go. How true. How true.

5 out of 5 stars Sugar for heart.......2006-09-02

Music from heart it's need to be LOVE!Real good music!No need words just listen!Very good buy!

5 out of 5 stars it dont get no better.......2004-07-23

I have to agree with an earlier review-this is a true desert island disc.my favorite jj album.sultry guitar and terrific songs.this is an underrated masterpiece."cherry" would make the price worth it."i'm a gypsy man""let me do it to you"not a wasted note on the whole thing.dont miss it!

5 out of 5 stars desert island disc.......2004-06-16

J.J. Cale's Troubadour is a timeless recording of the highest caliber. As a music lover with an extensive portfolio of rock, blues, roots, soul, jazz, and classical, this is a CD that gets played regularly. Troubadour immediately connects with the listener and will prompt friends to inquire about the artist creating the cool, laid-back sound. This is one of those ten desert island discs to consider owning. Highly recommended.
Cosmic Troubadour
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Bass God pulls it off again!
  • This is it
  • Billy's best
  • I Admit It, I'd Listen To Anything Billy Does
  • Billy's Cosmic!
Cosmic Troubadour
Billy Sheehan
Manufacturer: Favored Nations
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0007GP6A6
Release Date: 2005-02-22

Tracks:

  1. Toss It On The Flame
  2. Back In The Day
  3. The Suspense Is Killing Me
  4. From The Backseat
  5. Don't Look Down
  6. Something She Said
  7. Dreams Of Discontent
  8. Dig A Hole
  9. Taj
  10. The Lift
  11. A Tower In The Sky
  12. Long Walk Home
  13. Indisputable Truth #1
  14. Hope
  15. A Million Tears Ago

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Bass God pulls it off again!.......2005-03-20

Need not say more... Sheehan is a bass god and cannot fail! And on this one he sings, writes and produces, plus his bass is, needless to say, flawless!
Did I mention that Sheehan rocks on the bass like no-one else? ;-)
Truly amazing work!

5 out of 5 stars This is it.......2005-03-18

This is it for Billy Sheehan fans. The long wait is over.
This is rock bass at its finest.

5 out of 5 stars Billy's best.......2005-03-10

This CD is great. Every song is fantastic and a bit different genre, but still a cohesive work. His bass playing really stands out on this CD. I think that Billy's solo stuff is really unique and does not sound like anyone else, just like his bass playing. He is true master.
I like his singing, he can sing.
I also loved Compression, but this one takes it a step further. He really cuts loose on this. If you want to hear what Billy is all about, ignore the bad review, buy this CD!
Mudbuckers rule! Praise the woofer!

4 out of 5 stars I Admit It, I'd Listen To Anything Billy Does.......2005-03-06

This rocks and in the end, that's all that matters. Bass monster Billy kicks it into high gear and pretty much keeps it there for the entire trip. His vocals aren't going to blow you away, his guitar licks don't match his employer, Steve Vai. It just doesn't matter. The bass lines are just insane and the album is made for playing loud. Never underestimate the value of a good time.

5 out of 5 stars Billy's Cosmic!.......2005-03-06

I have to disagree with the other review. I found this CD to be absolutely incredible. In fact I really prefer it to the new Steve Vai CD (even though I like that one too). But I really identify with the songwriting on this as much as his great bass playing. The songs are hot, the lyrics are hot, the playing is so hot - it's on fire!!!! (So Toss it on the Flame!) Billy's voice is his own and I think it totally fits the tunes. I loved the CD "Compression" so much I gave out copies for Christmas that year. Now he has equally matched the first CD with "Cosmic Troubadour" which is even a step broader and wider than the first CD. The intstrumentals sometimes sound like prog - which I love. A Million Tears Ago (bonus track) is a masterpiece. All in all, a great step in a great direction. I am now looking forward to a new Niacin CD!
Troubadour of the Great King
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Good stuff...
  • Troubadour worth five stars
Troubadour of the Great King
John Michael Talbot
Manufacturer: Sparrow
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000008LDP
Release Date: 1981-01-01

Tracks:

  1. Sunrise/All Creation Waits
  2. DAnce Of Creation With Alleluia
  3. How Many And Wonderful
  4. Brother Sun And Sister Moon
  5. Sing A New Song
  6. Hymn To The Praises Of God
  7. The Pleiades And Orion
  8. The Lilies Of The Field
  9. Prayer For Guidance
  10. Rebuild My Temple
  11. Without Guile
  12. The Praises Of The Virtues
  13. Let Us Adore The Lord
  14. My God And My All
  15. Troubadour
  16. Prayer Before The Cross

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Good stuff..........2006-11-07

Having heard John Michael Talbot several times in concert over the last few years without owning any of his music, I became a fan and hunted down a few of his albums. Several of the others included some of his grander works, which include huge, sweeping orchestral and choral accompaniment. Though I appreciated that music, it was a far cry from the simple, acoustic stuff that he's been touring lately. This album more closely reflected my expectation.

John Michael Talbot has a calming effect that leaks out of his mouth and his fingers. Though he is obviously a very talented singer and guitar player, I appreciate the simplicity of his songs, which don't necessarily reflect his skills. Yet, this is not surprising, as the overall tenor of his music is that of worship, not ego-boosting.

As a Catholic musician, it is not surprising, and quite fascinating, to hear his musical treatment of Saint Francis's "Brother Sun, Sister Moon" canticle. And the entire album stays very reflective and contemplative.

In fact, I have given the album only 4 stars because it is almost too similar from track to track. If you are looking for musical diversity to exhibit the talents of Talbot, this album won't do it. But if you want some quality music by a Christian artist which can't help but bring a sense of serenity into your life, then this is a great place to start. I highly recommend it.

5 out of 5 stars Troubadour worth five stars.......2005-06-15

Early on when John Michael Talbot joined the Franciscan monks I was a bit leary what might happen to his folky, coffeehouse-style music. But I was quite pleased when I heard his new "monastic" material. It was peaceful and gentle. His first releases (such as "Come to the Quiet") were more often single guitar and voice, very meditative. Quite refreshing.

"Troubadour Of The Great King" was the last Talbot album I bought. A double record at the time. Each "side" was especially beautiful as Talbot sang the Scripture verses that inspired Saint Francis of Assisi.

Gentle here (How Many And Wonderful), fun and somewhat boisterous there (Dance of Creation) it played differently from his first monastic material. Backup singers and orchestra accompany a number of the tracks.

Each side ended with a song that had a particular hook: side 1 with "Brother Sun/Sister Moon", side 2 with "Lilies of the Field", side 3 with "Let Us Adore The Lord" and side 4 with "Prayer Before The Cross" -- making a definitive statement that the side was complete.

This album is a must-have for anyone who enjoys John Michael Talbot's music.
Greatest Hits
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Could have put more songs in it
  • Greatest Hits
  • Please make more music!
  • The best A*Teens Yet!
  • One of THE best Greatest Hits Compilation Albums I Own!!!
Greatest Hits
The A-Teens
Manufacturer: Troubadour Canada
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0002BO1B6
Release Date: 2004-06-21

Tracks:

  1. Mamma Mia
  2. Upside Down
  3. Gimme Gimme Gimme (A Man After Midnight)
  4. Floorfiller
  5. Dancing Queen
  6. Perfect Match
  7. ... to the Music
  8. Halfway Around the World
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  10. Super Trouper
  11. Heartbreak Lullaby
  12. Can't Help Falling in Love
  13. Let Your Heart Do All the Talking
  14. Final Cut
  15. With or Without You
  16. I Promised Myself

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Could have put more songs in it.......2007-06-05

It has the good songs I wanted to hear in a greatest hits, some I never heard before and just lack of a couple of favourites Ive heard from ATenns before, but I'm glad I bought it because its a good album, can't say Im crazy about everything there's inside and that's why I rated it 4 stars but if you're into pop and catchy songs' mood then you should probably get it.

5 out of 5 stars Greatest Hits.......2007-04-29

1. Mamma Mia 5/5 awesome! stayed number one for many months, First #1 hit
2. Upside Down 4/5 It gets a little annoying at times, but it wasd there 1st #1 hit that was not a cover of ABBA
3. Gimme Gimme Gimme (A Man After Midnight) 5/5 DAMN!! Great vocals
4. Floorfiller 5/5 It is hard not to love this song
5. Dancing Queen 5/5 it is awesome, but overly-played
6. Perfect Match 10/5 Great song, but the pierre versionhas a little more rock in it, and would have been better
7. ... to the Music 4/5 it is okay
8. Halfway Around the World 5/5 One of the songs that you just have to get up and dance
9. Sugar Rush 5/5 good song.... great lyrics.... but the song is a bit annoying at times
10. Super Trouper 5/5 OMG!! One of their best covers
11. Heartbreak Lullaby 10/5 you HAVE to love this song.... though the pop version would have been better instead of the ballad version
12. Can't Help Falling in Love 5/5 WOW! great elvis cover
13. Let Your Heart Do All the Talking 5/5 A little mellow ; the guys should have more singing parts
14. Final Cut 4/5 just good; not great but good..... the whole r/b beginning was a wreck, but overall good song
15. With or Without You 3/5 not a fan of it, but i hear this song when i'm moody
16. I Promised Myself 10/5 A must love!!! their best cover ever!!!! You're crazy if you don't like ths song

5 out of 5 stars Please make more music!.......2007-03-18

First of all its obvious that the ateens aren't that well known but i can't get enough. I love every song... ecspecially the final cut!!! every song by them is good. Definitley worth the listen and this cd should not be ignored.

5 out of 5 stars The best A*Teens Yet!.......2006-11-03

The newst album, Greatest Hits of A*Teens, is one of the best albums of A*Teens, maybe even first, I rate all songs 100/100 (100%), they are all so nice, I own all their albums, especially the previous one's, such as, The ABBA Generation, Teen Spirit (Bonus Tracks), Pop 'Til you Drop, New Arrival, and the Greatest Hits, They also have the versions that are sold in their home country Sweden, which i also have the versions, there are some differences though, and I have all their music DVD's, like The DVD Collection, Floorfiller, and Boung off the Ceiling(Upside Down), the New arrival is so similar to Pop 'Til You Drop, but some how different! Come on this CD is worth buying, I really enjoy it and highly recommend it! - Thank You!

5 out of 5 stars One of THE best Greatest Hits Compilation Albums I Own!!!.......2006-05-04

I love each and every song on this album...."I Promised Myself" is a great song.....I recommend this for non hardcore A*Teens fans who just want to listen to their hits and a few other songs...I, myself, am a hardcore A*Teens fan =) ....I can't wait for their US Release of this compilation...I'm excited for the bonus dvd...I just wish they go and release it already!!! =)
Simple Heart
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Easy Listening
  • A simple, successful formula
  • Joyful, Peaceful Comtemplation of God the Father
  • depth and truth
  • wonderful but sad
Simple Heart
John Michael Talbot
Manufacturer: Troubadour Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00004WJ8I
Release Date: 2000-08-29

Tracks:

  1. God Alone Is Enough
  2. Commit Your Life
  3. The Simple Hearts
  4. This Befell Us
  5. I Will Hear
  6. Your Word
  7. Breathe On Me
  8. Only One Thing
  9. Apple Of Your Eye
  10. The Lord Is Kind
  11. I Abandon Myself

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Easy Listening.......2007-01-05

This was a gift for someone who heard my copy and wanted it. That's the best recommendation I can give. It's smooth and mellow to listen to early in the morning on my drive to work.

4 out of 5 stars A simple, successful formula.......2005-08-30

John Michael Talbot's music is soulful, relaxing and deeply spiritual. He is clearly a man of prayer, which gives his music resonance and depth. There is some truly beautiful music on this CD, with lyrics adapted from scripture (especially the psalms) or the writings of spiritual giants like St. Teresa of Avila. "God Alone Is Enough," with words taken from one of St. Teresa's prayer, is a simple and moving expression of the certainty of God's plenitude. "This Befell Us," with words from Psalm 44, is also quite moving, expressing confidence in God even in the midst of pain and injustice.

The CD is a bit disappointing, however. Talbot seems to have found a formula for his music: pick a verse out of sacred writings, set it to a simple melody, then repeat for 3-1/2 minutes. Talbot seemingly can do this in his sleep, giving this work a disturbing sense of predictability. Unless he gets himself out of this rut, successful though it may be, I don't predict buying more of his CDs.

Still, "Simple Heart" has many moments of simple beauty, which partly make up for its drawbacks. For sheer musical content, a 3, plus 1 for good use of scriptural sources.

5 out of 5 stars Joyful, Peaceful Comtemplation of God the Father.......2004-01-02

John Michael Talbot is at his best when writing and singing quiet, meditative guitar-based songs. Because so many of his songs are fashioned from Scripture, they are unfettered by denominational confines, and can be enjoyed ecumenically.

Some of the songs, like "God Alone is Enough," are inspired by early Christians. "God Alone..." is attributed to be based on the writing of Teresa of Avila, a Sixteenth Century Spanish nun. Largely, though, the songs are derivations and paraphrasings of Psalms.

Any who enjoyed JMT's 1989 double CD "Quiet Side" will find "Simple Heart" to be a perfect transition. After reading Scripture, or while walking, this can help facilitate meditation and focus on God. When grieving a loss in my life, I found in "Simple Heart," and in "Quiet Side" great solace and a reminder of the goodness and faithfulness of God.

It is good rest. This isn't easy listening or light new age, nor is it background music. Despite the peaceful nature of JMT's voice and style, I believe it was produced to be interactive, to provide spiritual direction.

I fully recommend "Simple Heart" by John Michael Talbot. Companion books worth reading with a similar tone are those by Henri Nouwen, Richard J Foster, Brennan Manning and Oswald Chambers.

Anthony Trendl
editor, HungarianBookstore.com

5 out of 5 stars depth and truth.......2002-04-04

I have several Talbot CDs and have listened to him for about 11 years. Besides The Hiding Place, this is the most profoundly simple and moving CD I've heard from him or anyone. Particularly the song "God Alone is Enough." The lyrics meaningfully state: "God alone is enough. Whoever has God, wants for nothing at all." These lyrics have affected me many times and the music is also very fitting. I recommend this CD without hesitation for anyone seeking a simple and true musical ministry experience.

4 out of 5 stars wonderful but sad.......2001-02-20

This is a beautiful album of song and hope. The saddest thing was the composer's despair (based on the inner cover) over the culture and the world in which he lives. I am a pastor. I have many occasions to engage the sorrows and troubles of the world, terrible suffering, endless senselessness, but there is also so much in life to celebrate and in which to rejoice! I hope that this gifted composer will also find that past his blessed sorrow and longing comes laughter and delight. It is those things that fuels power for justice and hope - for change!
Music of the Troubadours
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • It's like listening to a catfight!
  • pseudo-"medieval" jollity and little else
  • Simply outstanding
  • I TROVATORI
  • Oh wondrous Spanish early music!
Music of the Troubadours

Manufacturer: Naxos
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000IX6O
Release Date: 1999-06-01

Tracks:

  1. So Much I Love
  2. Lady, For You
  3. I Cannot Prevent With Pain/Now I Can Be Satisfied With Love
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  5. It Is Fine To Sing
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Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars It's like listening to a catfight!.......2005-12-31

Ugh! I'm a big fan of Medieval music, but this has got to be some of the worst singing I've heard on such a CD. I'm guessing the lady was thinking of how, with modern rock music, often the singers will wander from the original melody and rythm a bit. But I stress here A BIT -- that doesn't mean these should be turned into pseudo-rap, or bad poetry. She totally just starts SCREAMING certain songs -- trying maybe to communicate the emotion?
Also (and I noticed in the liner notes that the group often does Middle Easter music) there was a sort of unpleasant Turkish/Indian style to the improv that I didn't like.
My final complaint is that it is a woman singing all these songs -- these songs were meant for men to sing. I don't think the lyrics were even altered to match.

1 out of 5 stars pseudo-"medieval" jollity and little else.......2005-05-07

I'd be the first to admit that this recording of 12th and 13th century troubadour and trouvere songs is probably not aimed at listeners like myself. Yet whilst it would be difficult to deny the enthusiasm and aplomb with which these kitschy and Clemencic-inspired interpretations are delivered - with a kaleidoscopic array of instruments, including some [apparently indispensable] arabic ones - let's not overlook one VERY crucial point here: this recording does NOT EVEN ATTEMPT to present a faithful portrayal of this repertoire. In fact, it flies in the face of ALL recent musicology (see literature by Christopher Page, Elizabeth Aubrey etc...) which leaves little doubt that these songs were performed in one of only two ways: either one unaccompanied singer, or one singer accompanied by one (or two) instrument(s) - principally harp or vielle (although one wind instrument was sometimes used in lower style genres, like the dansa or pastourelle/pastorela). Additionally (!), only certain songs [Low Style - like track 2] were probably sung in a metric fashion, whereas High Style Chansons seem to have been rather more rhapsodic in delivery from start to finish, in complete contrast to how they are presented here [tracks 1, 3, 5, 7, 11, 12]...

But perhaps the performers (and listeners) don't believe this is relevant, or don't even care - after all, it's certainly rather "merrie". Just make sure you realise it's about as "medieval" as Terry Gilliam & Terry Jones's 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail', or John Milius's 1981 film 'Conan the Barbarian' [starring Arnold Schwarzennegger].

Incidentally, if you're interested in hearing some academically and aesthetically more convincing recordings of this repertory, then the following are recommended:

1. 'Dante and the Troubadours', Sequentia/Bagby [DHM 05472 77 227 2]
2. 'Le fou sur le pont' - Bernatz de Vendadorn, Camerata Mediterranea/Cohen [Erato 4509-94B25-2]
3. 'The Spirits of England and France 2 - Songs of the Trouveres', Gothic Voices/Page [Hyperion CDA66773]

5 out of 5 stars Simply outstanding.......2005-05-03

By far the best medieval music album in Naxos. This truly is a delight for senses. What I most enjoy is its wonderful attempt to recreate what a troubadour ambiance would have looked like: Maria Laffite's voice is unvaluable in that respect. Smart choice of songs and a particularly well-directed consort. It seems to me that the first feature that a troubadour album must offer, is for its scope to border on the literary value of the songs. "Music of the Troubadour" truly is a wonderful blend of medieval literature and music.

5 out of 5 stars I TROVATORI.......2004-10-22

Absolutely fascinating, and it goes without saying not much like Verdi. This is an illuminating selection of the music of the troubadours, part vocal part instrumental, dating from the 12th to the 14th centuries. The artists are two groups of specialists, representing it seems slightly different traditions in the performance of the music, but with previous experience of collaborating. Particular care was apparently given to the selection of the vocalist, the final choice being Maria Lafitte of Canso Catalana, a specialist not only in the music of the period but also in the mediaeval romance languages - Provencal and some near congeners - of the poetry we find here.

The performances have a great deal of `presence' and what sounds to me like an air of authority. Maria Lafitte puts her heart and soul into all her contributions, and it should be taken as a compliment when I say that for me there was an odd suggestion of Piaf about her. With one exception, the mildly risqué # 9, all the vocal work is solo work. In # 9 I have to suppose the instrumentalists double as the choristers, since no other credits are given. The instrumental music (comprising about half of the disc) has not advanced at this stage beyond rudimentary harmony consisting of drone basses and percussion effects, but it is strikingly well recorded, particularly as regards parts of the percussion, and the liner note details the precise instruments used. What I would have liked to find in the note is rather more about the choice of instruments - is it specified in the scores or, as I suspect, did the specialist performers prescribe it themselves? As regards the vocal side, the liner note is completely admirable, pitching to an audience of newcomers to this music and packing in a lot of the historical background in a short space. There is also a brief section on the performers, the commentary is given in German and French as well as English, and there is a full text of the poems with English translation.

5 out of 5 stars Oh wondrous Spanish early music!.......2003-09-04

This album is quite possibly my favorite of all that have been put forth by the Ensemble Unicorn. As always, they perform tight, with lots of wonderful improvisation, and the recording itself is excellent. Add in some very WONDERFUL Asturian vocals, and you've got the music that wound up being rewritten into the famed Cantigas de Santa Maria.
Live at the Troubadour 1969
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Not quite as I remember him, but close
  • avante-garde personified
  • A Wild Show.....
  • Live Album finally demonstrates the Genius of Buckley
  • I'm only thirteen and I love it all the same!
Live at the Troubadour 1969
Tim Buckley
Manufacturer: Manifesto Records
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000062XE
Release Date: 1998-05-12

Tracks:

  1. Strange Feelin'
  2. Venice Mating Call
  3. I Don't Need It To Rain
  4. I Had A Talk With My Woman
  5. Gypsy Woman
  6. Blue Melody
  7. Chase The Blues Away
  8. Driftin'
  9. Nobody Walkin'

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Live at the Troubadour 1969 is the second of a trio of well-produced live albums (alongside 1968's Dream Letter and 1973's Honeyman) to be unearthed and packaged to feed the legend surrounding one of rock's late, great singers. By the time of the Troubadour set, Tim Buckley had honed his vocal technique into a sensual, feverish, and utterly unique tool. The songs, most from the Lorca and Blue Afternoon albums, are the kind of avant-garde blues Buckley came up with on good days, but it's the twists and turns of that multioctave voice that's startling. Whether ripping up the hood of the tender "Strange Feelin'," stretching the lyric of "I Don't Need It to Rain," or prowling around the notes of "Nobody Walkin'," Buckley's vocal gymnastics spur the imagination. --Reuben Dessay

Album Description

First unearthed in 1994, this live recording is from Buckley's 'Happy/Sad' period that has been recognized as his most creative. This live album, recorded at the famous L.A. venue on September 3, 1969, captures Buckley in exceptional form. Liner notes by British writer Martin Aston of Mojo. 9 tracks.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Not quite as I remember him, but close.......2006-09-05

This is gives a pretty faithful idea of what a show of Tim Buckleys was like at the Troubadour. Yes, I saw him at least a half a dozen times - I really can't remember the number. This CD showcases many of his staple songs, leading to long vocal virtuoso singing almost with jazz scatting leanings. You can really hear the playfulness he displayed live.

The only thing I miss in this is his earlier simpler presentation. I remember the best shows as just being himself on guitar, Mr. Carter on the Congas and other percussion, and this fabulous vibraphonist. Nope, I dont remember his name. I have yet to hear this vibraphonist on any recording, but I really thought that he was an important element in making the ethereal and almost other-worldly sounds that Tim Buckley spun. The guitar and keyboards are just an approximation, and too frequently overdriven, muddy, and too intrusive.

3 out of 5 stars avante-garde personified.......2005-01-25

'Tim Buckley - Live At the Troubadour 1969' was recorded on September 3rd and 4th at this intimate folk club (capacity is only 450 seats) in Los Angeles. Buckley brings along with him a stellar group of musicians, in particular guitarist Lee Underwood and percussionist Carter C.C. Collins, to a venue revered for bringing artists nearly face-to-face with their audience since 1957. The Troubadour, in fact, remains open as of the writing of this review, and stands as the oldest music venue in Los Angeles.

You couldn't ask for a better quality recording (especially given that the year was 1969) considering that these tapes had collected dust in the vault for over two decades. You also couldn't ask for more music. A quick visual tabulation pegs the total time on this disc at around 79 minutes, which is about all any CD can handle.

The set list and performances, while perhaps good given Buckley's available catalog at the time, may disappoint some fans (such as myself) who prefer Buckley's later, perhaps more accessible work. At this point in his career Buckley was still seeking Top 40 success, an elusive goal despite his release of 10 singles. None of the songs from 'Live At the Troubadour 1969' were among those singles. All nine cuts are drawn from his 1969 'Happy Sad' album (tracks #1 and 5), and his two 1970 releases, 'Blue Afternoon' (tracks #6 and 7), and 'Lorca' (tracks #4, 8, and 9). There are two tracks that never appeared on a Buckley studio album, 'Venice Mating Call', and 'I Don't Need It To Rain', although another live version of the latter does appear on Buckleys 'Once I Was' CD. The version of 'I Don't Need It To Rain' rendered at the Troubadour is a much better recording than the 'Once I Was' version, which to me is unlistenable.

With Tim Buckley nearly every musical excursion would have to be considered to be avante-garde. With each track on 'Live At the Troubadour', one wonders where Buckley will be heading next. The songs are an eclectic mix of jazz, folk, blues and rock. He takes his voice in experimental directions few artists would dare (or even think) to venture, and at times traverses outside the boundary of what some might consider melodically tasteful. But there is no denying the range, intensity, and imagination Buckley is able to infuse into his compositions vocally.

Lee Underwood offers some smokin' solo's on guitar, and on 'I Don't Need It To Rain' and 'Nobody's Walkin' offers vibes on electric piano. His solo's on 'Strange Feelin', 'Gypsy Woman', and 'Chase the Blues Away' are especially tasty. His guitar has a smooth, rich, velvety feel to it... a fine accompaniment to Buckley's wildly exploring vocals. Carter C.C. Collins' percussion sounds are another sweet attaction, especially on 'Venice Mating Call', and 'Nobody's Walkin', which features a Collins solo on conga.

The tempo of the disc is generally slow, and the mood is dark. Only two songs step up the pace beyond mid-tempo, but 'Gypsy Woman' at fourteen and one-half minutes, and 'Nobody's Walkin', at just over sixteen minutes, are easily the longest songs in the set. The second track, the instrumental 'Venice Mating Call', is rather upbeat also. 'I Had a Talk With My Woman' and 'Blue Melody' are perhaps the prettiest songs on the album, while the dirge-like slow blues of 'Driftin' is perhaps the most depressing cut.

A rather shocking moment occurs in Buckley's introduction to 'Venice Mating Call' when the artist jokingly tells the audience, "All we are saying is give smack a chance". The off-hand comment draws laughter from the audience, but few would be laughing if they could have known that Buckley would forfeit his life to an accidental overdose of heroin about six years later. It's an unfortunate reminder of the fate that awaited this talented, but tormented artist.

Martin Aston supplies informative and insightful liner notes to complement this generous package.

4 out of 5 stars A Wild Show............2003-01-17

Only about a year passed from "DREAM LETTER-LIVE IN LONDON" to the recording of this live show. There is a huge change in line-up and Buckley's voice in another world compared to "DREAM LETTER". "LIVE AT THE TROUBADOR" marks Buckley's slide from his records "LORCA" AND "STARSAILOR"(what I would do to have this record in print again). The band is largly a jazz/blues/avant garde band. Lee Underwood is still here playing gutair, but also playing electric piano(one of the few downsides of this record). Basically few fans of Buckley, this is heaven sent.

5 out of 5 stars Live Album finally demonstrates the Genius of Buckley.......1999-12-01

Finally, Buckley's incredible vocal range is shown in all its exceptional prowess. The stand out track is the astounding "Gypsy Woman" (where Timmy wants the spell cast on him, always the ironic iconoclast) that has Buckley going from a counter tenor to a falsetto to a banshee wail. Simply astounding. If you know nothing about Tim Buckley, this is the album to purchase to get yourself duly informed. A fantastic record of a man before his time.

5 out of 5 stars I'm only thirteen and I love it all the same!.......1999-10-10

I'm 13, I grew up in a 60's music loving family, and I'll always love this C.D.! This Tim Buckley C.D. has such an assortment of rythems, lyrics and feelings in every song. Any persons would be crazy not to love this C.D at first glance, it's a master piece and I love it! (and you should too!) enjoy!
The Beautiful City
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Where have you all been??
  • Somewhat Booming for Baby Boomers
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  • "The Beautiful City" continues John Michael Talbot's fascinating foray into the electric music heard on "Monk Rock"
The Beautiful City
John Michael Talbot
Manufacturer: Troubadour Records
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Release Date: 2006-08-15

Tracks:

  1. The Beautiful City
  2. Get Ready
  3. He Is Risen
  4. Heal Me
  5. Holy Man
  6. Love One Another
  7. A God Thing
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  11. He's God Of Time
  12. There's Room Inside

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Where have you all been??.......2007-05-13

Typically excellent music from JMT, an artisit gifted enough to produce beautiful music across several genres.

For the uninitiated and the misinformed out there, this is NOT JMT's third foray into rock or folk rock. He and his brother Terry helped pioneer the country rock sound, first through Mason Profitt and then through their initial venture into Christian music, The Talbot Brothers - Reborn (they out-Eagle the early Eagles on this one, and display harmonies that rival CSN&Y...hard to find but worth it). Following that, they went their separate ways, and John produced two excellent albums of trailblazing folk rock, the self-titled John Michael Talbot and its follow-up, The New Earth (again, hard to find but worth it). To me, these are the two albums that showcase his virtuoso skills. I mean, I love his meditative stylings and quieter music, too, but...if you can find it, give a listen to the original, revved up version of He Is Risen and be prepared to have your mind blown by his blazing acoustic stylings. And if you think he can wail on the guitar, you should hear him play the banjo! I proudly stack these two albums up against any other work by any other singer-guitarist of the late 60's, early 70's...Jackson Browne, Cockburn, Fogelberg, whoever...there may be some music just as good, but nothing surpasses it. Well, except for The Beatles and an occassional vocal and guitar flourish by the master, Phil Keaggy.

The Beautiful City isn't a foray into a new musical style...it's a return to what he started out doing 30 years ago. Oh...and if you can EVER find Terry's first two solo albums (No Longer Alone and Cradle of Love), be prepared to enjoy some of the finest country/folk/rock ever recorded. Please, whoever holds the rights to these fine records, let us have them back!

2 out of 5 stars Somewhat Booming for Baby Boomers.......2006-12-15

I am among many followers of John Michael Talbot. We reflected and prayed with all of his past ""cassettes." We are part of a Small Christian Community for many years. We have attended his concerts in our area. We regret that this particular recording is too jazzie for the Post Vatican II Boomers who ran off with the Church in the modern world. We would be interested if another age group related to this recording as much as we did in the 70's and 8o's. Then it surely is worth it! Thanks for the opportunity to share honestly as an elder Baptized Boomer! Jane 1946

5 out of 5 stars Funky Monk.......2006-11-07

My title comes from keyboardist Mike Lawler, who during these sessions dubbed John Michael Talbot the "funky monk". I could have also called it Monk Rock 2, but that would be somewhat misleading since Monk Rock was actually Talbot's second rock album, the first being Cave of the Heart, but The Beautiful City is the third. As much as I liked Monk Rock, that album's lyrics come mostly from the Mass, and as much as I like the Mass, I hoped Talbot would write some original rock songs. This he has done on The Beautiful City. And there was much rejoicing.

As with Monk Rock, one of the best parts is the extremely extensive booklet with lyrics and Talbot's song by song commentary. Talbot's brother and former partner in crime--I mean music-- in the band Mason Proffit, Terry Talbot co-wrote the title song and one of the other best songs, "Holy Man". Another great song is "Heal Me", but the standout is a catchy rocker, "God Thing" which screams for airplay (and would be just the thing to revive currently anemic radio). Talbot reaches back to his first solo recording on Sparrow Records (now EMI) from--get this-- 1976-- for "He is Risen", showing the continuity of his musical and spiritual journey.

I don't have a John Michael Talbot story, but here's my Terry Talbot story. Terry Talbot had just cut a solo album on Sparrow Records when he came to play at the college I was attending. I was very excited because he had a rock song I especially liked called "Hollywood Lies" at a time when rock was quite scarce on "contemporary" albums. I had just seen Clapton's "Cocaine" tour where rabid fans naturally greeted each song with flicked lighters, stomping feet and wild screams.

I felt bad that Terry had such a staid, well-behaved audience to play for, so with the first bars of "Hollywood Lies" I began wildly screaming "Whoooooo!" Whereupon he stopped playing and said something like, "Look man, I heard that for years in the world and now I've left that world behind." My roommates offered to beat him up (it was college) and predictably I fell silent. Then he stopped the concert again and said "Now this brother isn't even getting into it!"

The moral is don't yell during a Terry Talbot concert. However, on my side all is forgiven--and forgotten--notice I don't even remember it. I'm very excited to see how involved Terry is with helping John on these projects (and rumor has it Terry may resurrect Mason Profitt, one of the best country rock bands to hit these parts since I don't know when). Maybe the Brothers Talbot will do "Hollywood Lies" on a later rock album (hint hint). Oh yeah, and my opinion of this John Michael Talbot album? Whooooooooo!

5 out of 5 stars JMT Rocks.......2006-11-04

John Michael Talbot is in the "groove" again. True fans of CCM have to be lovin' it! The songs on Beautiful City are ALL well worth the listen. I especially appreciate the re-make of his classic, "He is Risen." Now that is some wonderfully aged wine.
JMT has spent a lot of his long career concentrating on quiet music for Sunday mornings. Now he is taking another crack at the music of Saturday night. BC and his former, recent release, Monk Rock (equally as good as this one!), reconnect his art, and those of us with ears to hear, to the early explosion of spiritual energy and grace of God associated with his original conversion to Christ. But his early Christian rock is augmented now by the benefit of years of reflection and Christian living.
Another very bright spot on this CD is to be found in the liner notes that hint at a possible future CD by the Talbot Brothers. That would be with JMT'S brother, Terry, who co-wrote the title song on BC. I hope that the Christian music community will show enough appreciation for BC to justify this future project and more. How about a "Saturday night" version of some of JMT'S quiet music? The Talbots appear to be able, ready and willing to show us once again that the "groove" can be a very Holy place.

4 out of 5 stars "The Beautiful City" continues John Michael Talbot's fascinating foray into the electric music heard on "Monk Rock".......2006-08-17

Changes can rejuvenate an artist's career. A new producer, a different sound, and unique collaborations have revitalized the work of different artists. John Michael Talbot has always had a steady and loyal following, but his latest work could serve to expand his fan base beyond those who favor his contemplative side. His desire to once again become proficient at playing the electric guitar has fueled his creative energy. Using rock and a full band sound has given birth to songs that go beyond acoustic boundaries.

This release is a little more sophisticated than Monk Rock. Some of the songs on Monk Rock consisted of chants or short songs lyrically. The lyrics and the production are more fully developed here. The sound is a little fuller and more polished. Subtle synthesized elements grace the music.

As on the prior release, there are multiple guitars and a lot of John Michael's layered harmonizing, which is always great.

The title song, a reference to New Orleans and the Katrina disaster, is one of several highlights. Previously it was only available as a digital download to benefit Katrina victims. Ironically, the song has a swirling and muddy mix, but it fits in well with the others on this recording. The driving music builds to a crescendo with lyrics describing the tragedy. It ends on a hopeful note with a beautiful background chorus of "She will rise again."

This and "Holy Man" were co-written by John Michael's brother Terry. In general, The Beautiful City is a more electrified and less acoustic and folksy version of the Talbot Brothers. One exception, "Love One Another," which is similar in sound to their Reborn days, is the most acoustic song on the recording. It's a wonderful piece of folk-pop with inspirational lyrics. Note to John Michael: please give us more of this. It's absolutely beautiful.

The sweet and quieter-sounding harmonizing on the chorus and the driving, classic rock of "Heal Me" make it one of the standouts.

In what seems to be a nod to the Cream classic, "Crossroads," John Michael sings, "I went down to the crossroads to see what I could find." Blues-rock chords that are reminiscent of the Cream song punctuate the words. Who would have guessed that John Michael would be sounding like Eric Clapton? The music on the song is a great fit with lyrics that play-up the imagery of Satan being a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. This is one of the strongest songs.

There is an ample amount of celebratory classic rock sprinkled with Jerry Lee Lewis-type piano playing or layered with the sounds of an organ. A couple of songs feature some subtle banjo playing. There are a number of blues-rock tunes, but minor keys are mostly absent. You won't find brooding and haunting here.

John Michael Talbot's career has never languished, but his foray into rock has given rise to new creative expression. This will no doubt expand his audience. But for those like me, who also enjoy his quiet side, let's hope that we also see more of that in the future. He may be at this best when he sings those simple, worshipful songs with stark arrangements. How much better can one get than songs like "The Magnificant: Prelude of Faith/Holy is His Name," "The Hiding Place," "Come Worship the Lord (Psalm 95)" and "I Am the Bread of Life"? For now, those who appreciate his musical and artistic genius can revel in this new phase of a long career--this is his 49th release.

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Unit Re-Booted [Limited Edition] [Import]

Ernst Hermann Meyer: Song

Concerto for Alto Saxophone & Sting [Import]

Brubeck & Rushing [Original recording remastered]

Found Love [CD-single]

Ladder To The Soul

Gypsy Songs from Hungary

Just Another Blast

Rock Music rock-music-59

Du Temps & de L'Instant [Hybrid SACD]

Highlife-Jazz & Afro-Soul [Import]

El Taqui Taqui: The Norty Cotto Mixe [CD-single]

Grandes Exitos [Import]

Essential Blues Piano

Three Chords and the Truth